
Events
Welcome to our Events Calendar! Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the rare disease community in Canada and beyond. From webinar and conferences to workshops and other events, our calendar is your one-stop destination for all rare disease-related happenings. Explore upcoming events, mark your calendar, and join as we work together to make a difference in the lives of those affected by rare diseases.
Watch our walkthrough videos in English and French for guidance navigating the calendar HERE.
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Child Health and Wellness Seminar: Discovery Series: Understanding Mental Health and Neurodiversity Through Systems Neuroscience
Understanding and supporting mental health and neurodiversity requires insight into the brain systems that regulate attention, motivation, mood and thought. Dr. Gruber’slab studies the brain’s role in these functions and […]
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Thinking Outside of Your In Box: Innovative Fundraising Opportunities
Leadership in rare disease advocacy requires creativity and resourcefulness. This session highlights unconventional fundraising strategies and case studies of successful campaigns. Participants will discover how to secure funding through innovative […]
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Navigating Conflict with Care: Building Stronger Patient Engagement Teams in Research
Conflict is a natural part of teamwork—but in family engagement in research, how we navigate it matters. Join them for a compassionate conversation on resolving conflicts in family engagement teams, […]
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FeaturedCanadian Rare Disease Innovation Showcase 2025
Join us on Monday, April 28, 2025, at The Westin Hotel in downtown Calgary (or virtually) for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and progress in rare disease research […]
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Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation Conference 2025
MDF invites you to attend the Professional Track at the 2025 MDF Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana from May 1st to May 4th! Sometimes called the “DM family reunion” - the […]
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Managing Anxiety in Children and Adolescents with Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs)
Presenters: Thomas Qiao, MSc, Research Coordinator, Department of Psychiatry, University of Calgary Noah Furlani, MSc, Research Coordinator, Department of Psychiatry, University of Calgary Dr. Kara Murias, MD PhD FRCPC, Pediatric […]
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FSHD 360 Conference
FSHD research and drug development is in a new era. Do you know what’s happening and how this might impact your life? Here’s your chance to hear from the research […]
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