
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.
Watch our walkthrough videos in English and French for guidance navigating the calendar HERE.
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Manchester Dysmorphology and Developmental Disorders Conference
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 […]
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Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Conference
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 […]
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RareKids-CAN-Education Session: Family Engagement in Research Fundamentals
Join RareKids-CAN on September 17, 2025, from 2-3pm ET for their next education session, led by their Patient and Family Engagement Facilitators. This session is open to everyone interested in […]
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EURORDIS Webinar: Patient Partnership 2025 – The Lupus100 Project
The Lupus100 Project, recognized as a winner of the 2025 Patient Partnership Good Practice Challenge, highlights the crucial role of patient partnership in improving communication about rare diseases such as […]
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2e Journée québécoise sur les sarcomes
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 […]
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LHON Awareness Day 2025 Webinar: “Exploring the Power of Nutrition in Mitochondrial Diseases”
This year’s theme focuses on how nutrition can support mitochondrial health. You’ll hear from experts across Australia, Italy, and Brazil, sharing practical strategies and the latest research relevant to LHON […]
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Undiagnosed Hackathon 2025
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 […]
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Advancing Rare Disease Healthcare: Spotlighting the Economic and Health System Burden of Disease
Please join this 1.5-hour live virtual meeting to hear esteemed faculty describe the global economic impact of rare diseases on patients and healthcare systems. Expert community advocates will also share […]
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Connected in Care Conference
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 […]
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La dysferlinopathie: Une dystrophie musculaire affectant le muscle strié
1st episode of the RQMO - RARE webinar series. QC presented by Camille Bouchard, PhD student in molecular medicine in the laboratory of Professor Jacques P. Tremblay, Université Laval Moderator: […]
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6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference
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 […]
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