History
Ron Farha
The Farha Foundation was created in 1992 by Ron Farha, a Montreal businessman, following his diagnosis of AIDS, which gave him the determination to found an organization offering financial, medical and emotional support to all people living with HIV in Quebec.
The legacy of the Foundation Farha
The Foundation made a name for itself by organizing “Ça marche”, a walk in the heart of Montreal to raise funds for the fight against HIV/AIDS, as well as for prevention and public awareness.
The Foundation Farha has raised and distributed over $10 million to 76 HIV organizations in Quebec since its inception. It also means thousands of participants every year in “Ça marche” fund-raising events held in the streets of Montreal.
After more than 25 years of activity on behalf of people living with HIV/AIDS in Quebec, Evelyn Farha passed away on January 18, 2018 at the age of 92, leaving the Quebec AIDS Foundation with the responsibility of continuing the fight against HIV/AIDS on behalf of the Farha family.
In fact, since April 1, 2017, the Farha Foundation has been grouped under the Fondation Québécoise du Sida.
Evelyn Farha
From the death of her son until her passing in 2018, Evelyn Farha has never ceased to be active in the fight against HIV, notably by leading the procession during charity marches, but also by doing prevention work with younger people.
“I continued his work, I went into the schools. I think I did 300 schools.”
For her community involvement, Evelyn Farha has received numerous awards, including:
2000 |
Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award
2001 |
“Cedar and Maple” Personality of the Year Award from the Canada-Lebanon Chamber of Commerce and Industry
2002 |
Golden Jubilee Medal presented by Governor General Adrienne Clarkson
2013 |
A medal awarded by the Quebec National Assembly for its fight against HIV/AIDS
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