
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.
Clinical Trials
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IMPaCT Webinar – An Overview of Current and Future Clinical Trials in Children: a European Perspective
Dr. Eva Degraeuwe (MD-PhD) is a dedicated pediatric resident and researcher in pediatric nephrology and global clinical trial optimilisation. Working in many Global networks focused on rare and low prevalance […]
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6th International Hypothalamic Hamartoma Symposium
Presented by Hope for HH and Hospital Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona, this symposium will gather leading experts, patients, and caregivers from around the world to share the latest research, […]
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Rare Trials Summit
Bringing together key stakeholders in the clinical research community to accelerate the development of new rare disease therapies from average 10-12 years to under 3 years.
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IMPaCT Webinar: Lessons Learned from the Innovative Pediatric Clinical Trials (iPCT) Network
Speakers: Tannis Erickson & Naveen Poonai Title: Lessons Learned from the Innovative Pediatric Clinical Trials (iPCT) Network
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2025 NMD4C Annual Meeting
Registration is now open for the 2025 NMD4C Annual Meeting! Join NMD4C in Ottawa on Thursday, September 11, for a full day of dynamic discussions, research updates, and networking opportunities—just […]
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Ottawa NMD 2025 Conference
7th Ottawa International Conference on Neuromuscular Disease and Biology will take place at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa, Canada on September 11-13, 2025. The Ottawa NMD 2025 conference will […]
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Undiagnosed Hackathon 2025
350 million people live with an undiagnosed disease worldwide. Genome sequencing can provide answers for 40% of the People Living With Undiagnosed Disease (PLWUD) but around 60% still don’t receive […]
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6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference
The 6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference is confirmed for 2026! Don’t miss the opportunity to network with leading experts and stay at the forefront of medical advancements in the field […]
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Canadian Rare Disease Symposium: Preparing for Clinical Trials – International Regulatory Insights, and cGMP Gene Therapy Manufacturing capabilities in Canada
The Stem Cell Network (SCN) and the National Research Council Canada (NRC) are excited to contribute to the national conversation on cell and gene therapy for rare diseases. Building on […]
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CAGC & CCMG Joint Conference
The CAGC & CCMG Joint Conference will be a unique gathering of medical and laboratory geneticists and genetic counsellors with diverse expertise, all sharing a common interest in education and […]
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30th Annual International Congress of the World Muscle Society
The World Muscle Society is a dynamic community that aims to promote, disseminate, and share all aspects of neuromuscular physiology and diseases, from basic science to patient care. It encompasses […]
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