Montreal nurse Josée St. Onge lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a painful genetic connective tissue disorder that went undiagnosed for decades. She has been looking for a specialized service dog who can help her regain independence and a better quality of life; but the process is proving to be very difficult. She spoke to Ken Connors.

Montreal nurse Jos&eacute;e St. Onge lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a painful genetic connective tissue disorder that went undiagnosed for decades. She has been looking for a specialized service dog who can help her regain independence and a better quality of life; but the process is proving to be very difficult. She spoke to Ken Connors.

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At 51, Josée St. Onge is living with a painful and exhausting genetic connective tissue disorder – Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome or Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder that went undiagnosed for decades. Basic tasks like cooking or picking up a phone can be agonizing. All she wants is Remi – a specialized, trained service dog who can help her regain independence, safety, and a better quality of life – but getting a service dog is proving to be very difficult. She spoke to Ken Connors.

Montreal nurse with genetic disorder laments barriers to getting specialized service dog

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Environment Canada is warning that the Montreal region could see 20 to 30 millimetres of freezing rain today, with the system potentially lasting up to 24 hours. Forecasters say the ice buildup could lead to dangerous road conditions, falling branches, transit disruptions and possible power outages across much of southern Quebec. City crews are already preparing for the storm, with public works teams ready to salt roads, monitor infrastructure and respond to emergencies if conditions deteriorate. Jim Beis, a member of the Ville de Montréal Executive Committee, where he is specifically responsible for security and prevention, spoke to Andrew Carter. 

Environment Canada is warning that the Montreal region could see 20 to 30 millimetres of freezing rain today, with the system potentially lasting up to 24 hours. Forecasters say the ice buildup could lead to dangerous road conditions, falling branches, transit disruptions and possible power outages across much of southern Quebec.&nbsp;City crews are already preparing for the storm, with public works teams ready to salt roads, monitor infrastructure and respond to emergencies if conditions deteriorate.&nbsp;Jim Beis, a member of the Ville de Montr&eacute;al Executive Committee, where he is specifically responsible for security and prevention, spoke to Andrew Carter.&nbsp;

Montreal nurse with genetic disorder laments barriers to getting specialized service dog

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