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.
Rare disease patient advocates are taking the lead in research like never before, driven by the urgent need for new treatments. The RARE Drug Development Symposium hosted by Global Genes in partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital is designed to equip advocates with the knowledge, skills, and connections to navigate early-stage research with confidence. During this […]
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, clinical advances, and treatment strategies for Hypothalamic Hamartoma (HH)! Alexis Arzimanoglou and Helen Cross are part of the Symposium Committee.
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.
From September 10 to 12, 2025, the 37th PSCI conference will be held at the Quebec City Convention Centre under the theme: "Patient Grouping as a Driver of Value in Health: The Patient at the Heart of Our Decisions." The topics will be: Innovations in case-mix, data and technology. Advancements in coding, classification systems, and data quality. Case-mix […]
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 offer an outstanding program emphasizing recent breakthroughs in basic and translational research and clinical discoveries in neuromuscular disease.
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 ahead of the 7th Ottawa International Conference on Neuromuscular Disease & Biology.
The Manchester Dysmorphology Conference (MDC) is a biennial event that has brought together global experts in genomic syndromology since 1984. Established by Professor Dian Donnai, MDC promotes the exchange of knowledge and ideas to advance the understanding of developmental disorders and congenital malformations. Each conference offers leading-edge content and a supportive setting, encouraging discussions, building […]
Join CFC September 17 –19, 2025 for Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s first Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Conference, hosted in Calgary, Alberta. The conference will spotlight the development of Canadian consensus and national standards for CF care, explore early implementation strategies, and highlight hot topics in healthcare and research and knowledge gaps that future research and clinical trials […]
La 2e édition de la Journée québécoise sur les sarcomes rassemble la communauté médicale et scientifique québécoise œuvrant dans le domaine des sarcomes. Il offre une occasion unique pour : Assister à des conférences et présentations de pointe Favoriser des collaborations interinstitutionnelles porteuses Renforcer les liens entre chercheuses, chercheurs, cliniciennes et cliniciens pour maximiser notre impact […]
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 a diagnosis. The purpose of the Undiagnosed Hackathon is trying to find new ways and collaborations to solve the undiagnosed diseases, that can’t be solved […]
As part of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network’s long-term vision, Connected in Care are hosting their second biennial educational conference at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites in Richmond Hill on Wednesday, September 24 – Friday, September 26, 2025.
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 of neuromuscular diseases.
Orange Shirt Day is an opportunity to honour survivors and raise awareness of the lasting impacts of residential schools. It's also a time to celebrate the resilience of Indigenous Peoples and to nourish our shared commitment to reconciliation. The Indigenous Health Program will host a film screening and hold space with guest speakers and performers […]