2026 NMD4C Annual Meeting
Join NMD4C for a full day of dynamic discussions, research updates, and networking opportunities—just ahead of the 6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference (WCNMC 2026). The agenda will feature a brief […]
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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.
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6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference (WCNMC 2026)
WCNMC 2026 will continue with its proud collaboration with Muscular Dystrophy Canada and the Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada (NMD4C) to broaden reach and amplify impact. The WCNMC brings together clinicians, researchers, trainees, nurses, […]
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Rare Diseases International: Innovative Financing for Rare Diseases: From Concept to Implementation
This final webinar focuses on what it takes to move from models on paper to solutions that work in practice. It will look at feasibility, governance, stakeholder alignment, and the concrete pathways countries and funders […]
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17th International Symposium on Sjögren’s Disease
This prestigious event, which brings together researchers, physicians, patients and experts from around the world to discuss the latest advancements in Sjögren's disease.
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CORD: Webinar 1 : How Readiness Is Built: Lessons from Canadian Rare Disease Pathways
Beyond Drug Access: Building End-to-End Readiness for Phase 2 of Canada’s Rare Disease Drug Strategy As Canada moves toward Phase 2 of the Rare Disease Drug Strategy, what can we […]
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Anti-Indigenous Racism in the Emergency Department
The Indigenous Health Office invites you to attend "Anti-Indigenous Racism in the Emergency Department", a conversation with Dr. Tailfeathers (MD) and Dr. Patrick McLane (PhD).
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Defeat Duchenne Canada: Family Forum 2026
Hosted in partnership with IWK Health Centre and the Stan Cassidy Centre for Rehabilitation, this year’s Family Forum is designed to be a destination experience for the Duchenne community. Families from across Canada […]
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RareKids-CAN: Logistics of ATMP Workflows for Pharmacy Teams
This webinar will provide a practical, high-level overview of how pharmacies handle Advanced Therapeutics Medicinal Products (ATMPs). ATMPs, such as gene therapy products, significantly differ from the traditional therapies (i.e., […]
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RareKids-CAN: Navigating Advanced Therapies in Paediatric Rare Disease: An Introduction for Patients and Caregivers
This webinar is the first in the series organized under Key Initiative 1.3 of the RareKids-CAN strategic priority, ‘Strengthening Pediatric Rare Disease Clinical Trial Capacity and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product […]
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Stem Cell Network: Careers Beyond Academia: Journal Editing and Scientific Writing
The Stem Cell Network and Medicine by Design, the academic division of CCRM, have partnered to host Careers Beyond Academia, a virtual career seminar series that will profile a wide […]
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CORD: Webinar 2: When Innovation Rewrites the Pathway
From Canadian Experience to Phase 2 Readiness How can Phase 2 RDDS help Canada anticipate the pathway consequences of new rare and precision therapies - so that screening, diagnosis, eligibility, […]
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Advancing Equity in Genetics and Genomics in Canada (AEG2C) and Beyond
Join in Montréal (or online) on October 19–20, 2026 for the second AEG2C Symposium. This event will bring together researchers, trainees, community partners, and patients to advance equity in genetics […]
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