The Board of Directors of Jesse's Journey, would like to express our sympathies and profound sorrow to the Davidson family on the loss of their courageous, inspirational and beloved Jesse.

Jesse Davidson lost his battle with Duchenne muscular dystrophy November 6 at the age of 29 in London Health Sciences Centre.

Hundreds of thousands of people across Canada and many areas of the world will mourn his loss, as he became an icon for those who admire tenacity, bravery and the will to fight back.

In 1995, Jesse, with his father John pushing his wheelchair, travelled 3,300 kilometres across Ontario to raise research dollars to fight Duchenne muscular dystrophy. A million dollars was raised on the “Jesse's Journey” Ontario trek.

In 1998, a further 2 million dollars was contributed by Canadians from coast to coast when John walked over 8,000 kilometres across Canada for "Jesse's Journey, a Father's Tribute".

As a result, Jesse Davidson Laboratories have been established across North America for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research. The growing Jesse Davidson Endowment Fund has now generated more than $3 million towards research.

A remarkable life lived in service to others. His journey continues and he lives on in our hearts.

To make a donation in memory of Jesse, please click here.