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SUMMARY:Cavernous Malformation Canada Clinical & Scientific Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the driven team at Cavernous Malformation Canada (CMC) and their Clinical and Scientific Advisory Board\, the 2026 Cavernous Malformation Clinical and Scientific Symposium will be informative not only for the experienced but also those early in their understanding of this disease.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/cavernous-malformation-canada-clinical-scientific-symposium/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Conferences,Healthcare,In Person,Patient Focused,Policy,Provincial,Research Focused
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SUMMARY:Cavernous Malformation Canada Patient & Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Cavernous Malformation for an educational two-day patient and family conference featuring expert speakers\, interactive opportunities between patients and clinicians\, and meaningful moments of connection and sharing with others impacted by cavernous malformation. 
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/cavernous-malformation-canada-patient-family-conference/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Conferences,Healthcare,Industry,Patient Focused,Policy,Provincial,Research Focused
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SUMMARY:Regroupement Quebecois des Maladies Orphelines (RQMO) Educational Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the RQMO Educational Day will be held at the Travelodge Hotel in Quebec City (3125 Hochelaga Boulevard) and will have the theme “The impacts of rare diseases – towards better inclusion”. \nThis awareness day aims to be a space for exchange\, reflection\, and sharing about the realities experienced by people living with rare diseases. RQMO wants to highlight the daily challenges\, but also concrete ways to build a more inclusive society.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/regroupement-quebecois-des-maladies-orphelines-rqmo-educational-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Events,Healthcare,In Person,Patient Focused,Policy,Provincial,Research Focused
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T153000
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SUMMARY:Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario (SCAGO): Sickle Cell Awareness Month Community Engagement in Thunder Bay
DESCRIPTION:SCAGO is excited to bring our first-ever Sickle Cell Awareness Month Community Event to Thunder Bay in collaboration with NorWest Community Health Centres (CHC)! \nJoin SCAGO for an afternoon of connection\, education\, and community as they come together to raise awareness and celebrate the strength of individuals and families impacted by sickle cell disease.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/sickle-cell-awareness-group-of-ontario-scago-sickle-cell-awareness-month-community-engagement-in-thunder-bay/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Healthcare,In Person,Patient Focused,Provincial,Research Focused
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SUMMARY:Pulmonary Hypertension Association Canada’s PH Community Conference & Scientific Sessions
DESCRIPTION:🔬 Thursday\, September 24\nCPHPN and CaPH-Net meetings (by invitation) and the Scientific Sessions Opening Reception. Primarily for healthcare professionals\, researchers\, and invited network members. \n🩺 Friday\, September 25\nScientific Sessions — a full day dedicated to the latest PH research\, clinical advancements\, and collaboration among healthcare professionals and researchers. The day concludes with the Patient & Family Symposium Welcome Reception\, where the entire PH community comes together. \n💜 Saturday\, September 26\nPatient & Family Symposium — designed specifically for PH patients\, caregivers\, family members\, and supporters. A day of education\, inspiration\, connection\, and community.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/pulmonary-hypertension-association-canadas-ph-community-conference-scientific-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Clinical Trials,Conferences,Healthcare,In Person,Industry,Patient Focused,Provincial,Research Focused
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260927T170000
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SUMMARY:6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference (WCNMC 2026)
DESCRIPTION: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\, and allied health professionals for three days of learning\, featuring parallel basic/translational science and clinical sessions\, alongside case discussions and neuromuscular research presentations.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/6th-western-canadian-neuromuscular-conference-wcnmc-2026/
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UID:9153-1792310400-1792515600@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) is thrilled to announce the return of their Annual Conference\, happening October 18–20\, 2026\, in Calgary\, Alberta!
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/kids-brain-health-network-kbhn-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Conferences,In Person,Industry,National,Patient Focused,Provincial,Research Focused
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261102T210000
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UID:11857-1793628000-1793653200@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:SCAGO: The Sickling: Blood Drive & Community Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Toronto’s Confronting Anti-Black Racism Unit\, the Sickle Cell Awareness Group of Ontario\, and Canadian Blood Services for two connected events focused on sickle cell disease (SCD) and the inequities that continue to shape Black experiences of health care.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/scago-the-sickling-blood-drive-community-film-screening/
CATEGORIES:Healthcare,In Person,Patient Focused,Policy,Provincial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261113T170000
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UID:11885-1794470400-1794589200@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:Journées scientifiques du CARES
DESCRIPTION:La CARES vous donne rendez-vous les 12 et 13 novembre 2026\, à Québec\, pour deux journées de rencontres\, de partage et de réflexions autour de la santé en régions rurales et éloignées.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/journees-scientifiques-du-cares/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Healthcare,In Person,Policy,Provincial,Research Focused
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261123T153000
DTSTAMP:20261027T165828Z
CREATED:20261027T165828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T165828Z
UID:11888-1795431600-1795447800@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:IgAN Canada Hub Launch
DESCRIPTION:The launch of the Canadian IgA Nephropathy Reference Centre\, a new initiative bringing together patients\, families\, healthcare professionals\, and researchers from across Canada. \nCome discover the Centre\, its mission\, and its projects during a day of presentations\, discussions\, and networking\, with a convivial lunch provided on site.
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/igan-canada-hub-launch/
CATEGORIES:Events,Healthcare,In Person,Industry,Provincial,Research Focused
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261130T170000
DTSTAMP:20261027T164202Z
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UID:11863-1796025600-1796058000@canadianrdn.ca
SUMMARY:AI for Health 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Symposium on AI for Health is a one-day event that brings together researchers\, clinicians\, industry partners\, and policymakers to explore how artificial intelligence can accelerate biomedical innovation and advance RNA-based technologies. The symposium will highlight emerging research\, foster cross-sector collaboration\, and identify opportunities to translate scientific discoveries into real-world health impact. This event is co-organized by D2R-HeDS\, IVADO and the RI-MUHC (Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre).
URL:https://canadianrdn.ca/event/ai-for-health-2026/
CATEGORIES:Events,Healthcare,In Person,Patient Focused,Policy,Provincial,Research Focused
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