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.
Carers Canada is proud to lead the National Caregiver Day 2025 campaign, dedicated to honouring the dedication and resilience of caregivers. This year, they're focused on providing meaningful support through innovative initiatives designed to make a real difference.
In celebration of National Caregiving Day, the Canadian Home Care Association (CHCA) is hosting the National Healthcare Provider Workshop on, which will bridge insights from Hope for the Best, Plan for the Rest (McMaster University) and the CHCA eiCOMPASS Project, highlighting the transformative work of both initiatives.
The mission of the RareKids-CAN: Pediatric Rare Disease Clinical Trials and Treatment Network Strategic Planning Conference is to collaboratively shape the future of pediatric rare disease research and clinical trial capacity in Canada. By bringing together over 100 patient and family partners, researchers, sub-platform leaders, and key stakeholders, they aim to co-develop a shared vision […]
Join C-PATH on April 17, noon ET, for an insightful presentation by Dr. Karim Wahbi, Professor of Cardiology at the University of Paris and head of the Reference Center for Neuromuscular Cardiomyopathies. Dr. Wahbi specializes in the clinical management of cardiomyopathies, with a focus on neuromuscular diseases like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Join this virtual workshop on Zoom on April 24, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (EST) to develop communication skills for engaging with patient partners in research. Hosted by the HBHL EDI Trainee Committee, the session features medical librarians and a patient advocate sharing insights on plain language and patient-oriented research. Presenters: Sabrina Burr, MISt - Librarian of the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre […]
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, fostering trust, and strengthening collaboration.
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 and care. This event will spotlight innovative advancements and inspiring stories from Canada’s rare disease community. Through engaging lightning talks and networking opportunities, you’ll connect […]
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 Neurologist, Alberta Children’s Hospital; Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics and Clinical Neuroscience, University of Calgary
Patients and family members affected by FSHD are invited to attend an event hosted by the FSHD Canada Foundation and the FSHD Society! The FSHD 360 Conference Ontario is an event where patients and family can meet leaders in FSHD research and hear the latest updates, including presentations from NMD4C investigators Dr Lawrence Korngut and Dr […]