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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. 

RITA Patient-Centered: Social rights of a person with a rare disease and the patient perspective in advocacy, the case of Malta

The new ERN RITA Patient-Centered Webinar Series is made by the Education Working Group with patients advocates active in the ERN RITA and focuses on the unique needs and challenges faced by immunological rare disease patients and their caregivers. For this next session, they will have Raquel Castro, Social Policy and Initiatives Director at EURORDIS-Rare […]

6th Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Drug Development Forum

Elite Hotel Tower Marina Stockholm, Sweden

The Drug Development Forum (DDF) brings together biotech and pharmaceutical companies, academic researchers and clinician scientists to collaborate and advance Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) research. It's an opportunity to discuss emerging FOP data and highlight gaps in our understanding of FOP disease pathogenesis that could offer new therapeutic options. The June 2024 event offers both […]

North America Rare Diseases Summit 2024

Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, IL, United States

This event brings together leading researchers, healthcare professionals, patient advocates, policymakers, industry experts, and rare disease patients and families. The summit emphasizes the power of collaboration and solidarity in facing rare diseases.

CADTH: CDA-AMC Webinar – An Update on the Development of Newborn Screening Guidance in Canada 

Join Dr. Hilary Vallance and Whitney Ayoub-Goulstone, cochairs of the Newborn Screening Advisory Panel, provide an update on our work to develop pan-Canadian guidance for newborn screening programs across the country in support of the Government of Canada’s National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases. This update will focus on the foundational elements in scope […]

Pediatric Inclusion Roundtable – Effective Inclusion of Children Early in Clinical Trials

Join Leavitt Partners, LLC, and Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) for the Pediatric Inclusion Roundtable: Effective Inclusion of Children Early in Clinical Trials. The program will engage all stakeholders regarding the need for including children earlier in clinical development, the requirements for early inclusion, and the most effective means for meeting those requirements.

CHILD-BRIGHT Network – Applying Anti-Racism Principles in Healthcare

Join us for "Applying Anti-Racism Principles in Health Care," on July 31, 12:00-2:00 p.m. EST/10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. PST. In this interactive workshop, Anna Hossain will be exploring systemic racism in the health care and research sectors. Key highlights: Recognize and understand the impacts of unconscious bias in health care interactions and relationships Understand the foundations of anti-racism and anti-oppression Gain […]

21st BI-ANNUAL NATIONAL SCLERODERMA CONFERENCE

St John's Conference Centre St John's, Newfoundland, Canada

Held in beautiful St. John’s, NL, the 21st Bi-Annual National Scleroderma Conference offers an information-rich opportunity for people living with scleroderma, their caregivers, family members, friends, and medical professionals.  ​Research updates, panel discussions, keynotes, workshops, and other educational sessions are led by leading scleroderma researchers, healthcare professionals and other industry leading professionals. Whether you are […]

Canada’s Drug Agency 2024 Symposium: From Disruption to Opportunity: Embracing Change in Health Care

Shaw Centre Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Symposium 2024 will delve into the strategies, technologies, and best practices that can help HTA providers and health care decision-makers navigate disruption and unlock new opportunities, including appropriate use of health technology. Discover how embracing change can lead to innovative HTA methods, greater equity, enhanced patient care, and more effective use of data and analytics. […]

C-Path 2024 Global Impact Conference

Attendees of the 3-day conference, including patients, providers, researchers, clinicians, biopharmaceutical companies, regulatory reviewers and scientists, will leave with knowledge of: Accelerating drug development across neurology, rare diseases, pediatrics, and beyond. Integrating insights across therapeutic areas to advance the process for novel treatments and cures. The power of every precious data point in rare and […]

Global Alliance for Genomics and Health – 12th Plenary

Park Hyatt Melbourne Melbourne, Australia

GA4GH 12th Plenary brings together organisations and initiatives from the genomics and health community for keynotes, talks, and workshops. The conference will focus on genomic and clinical data sharing issues that pervade diverse industries, disciplines, and communities.

CANPKU+ 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Please note only those who are current members will have the availability to vote at the upcoming AGM. Please check your profile to see if your membership is current. Not current? Sign up to become a member or renew your membership at www.canpku.org/membership

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