
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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2nd International Conference on Clinical Research Networks (CRNs) for Rare Diseases
This second edition will convene a wide range of international experts, including researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, industry representatives, policymakers, and funders to strengthen the collaborative ecosystem that underpins clinical research […]
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Every Relapse Matters: The Evolving NMOSD & MOGAD Treatment Landscape in Canada
The Sumaira Foundation Canada is pleased to invite you to an important educational webinar on Thursday, December 11th at 7:30 PM EST. This session will explore the evolving treatment options […]
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Webinar: Lymphodepletion for CAR-T/IEC Outcomes
Achieving consistent and effective outcomes in CAR T and other immune effector cell (IEC) therapies relies heavily on getting lymphodepletion “right.” Emerging evidence shows that both under- and over-exposure can […]
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RealiseD Webinar 1: Realising Clinical trials in Ultra-Rare diseases
Join RealiseD's first webinar to learn how RealiseD is pioneering a collaborative and comprehensive approach to clinical trials in ultra-rare diseases. During the webinar, they’ll walk you through the project’s […]
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RealiseD Webinar 2: Evidence Assessment Framework. A need to change mindset from developers, regulators and HTA
The second webinar turns the spotlight on one of the most critical issues in rare disease research: the generation and assessment of evidence. François Meyer, a leading consultant in health […]
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CMT episode 3: Bioarkers and outcome measures for clinical trial readiness in CMT
Delivered by Prof. Mary Reilly (University College London, Department of Neuromuscular Diseases, UK), Thu 22 Jan 2026 at 17:00 Paris Time This is a EURO-NMD webinar in collaboration with ERN-RND […]
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CATALIS-Clinical Research 101: Webinar 1
Webinar 1 on January 22, 2026 from 6 pm to 6:30 pm
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Canada’s Drug Agency-Preconsultation Webinar: Improvements to the Drug Reimbursement Review Process
Join CDA's preconsultation webinar on proposed improvements and upcoming procedural changes to our drug reimbursement review process. You will hear from their senior leaders how these plans will advance our […]
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CATALIS-Clinical Research 101: Webinar 2
Webinar 2 on January 29, 2026 from 6 pm to 6:30 pm
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Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario (SCAGO) Learning for Life – Clinical Trials 101 What Every Patient Should Know Before Enrolling
Considering a clinical trial? Join SCAGO for an informative virtual session designed to help patients and caregivers understand the process, benefits, and important considerations before enrolling.
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RealiseD Webinar 3: Single arm, RCT or something in between – how to enrich clinical trial design and analysis in rare diseases
Single-arm trials remain a cornerstone of rare disease research, but their limitations and complexities cannot be ignored. In the third webinar, experts Yulia Dyachkova (Merck Healthcare), Jenny Devenport (Roche), Cornelia […]
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