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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This presentation will share findings from the Health Economics research lead by Dr. Marshall as part of the international UCAN CAN-DU and CURE research program on childhood arthritis.
Dr. Anagnostou will explore the intersection of transdiagnostic approaches and precision health in neurodevelopmental conditions. With significant investments in both precision medicine and needs-based care, how can learning health systems reconcile these two approaches? This talk will examine emerging data, recent innovations, and ways to integrate these frameworks to improve care for children and youth […]
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.
Understanding and supporting mental health and neurodiversity requires insight into the brain systems that regulate attention, motivation, mood and thought. Dr. Gruber’slab studies the brain’s role in these functions and how they are shaped by risk factors such as stress, inflammation and abused drugs.
Leadership in rare disease advocacy requires creativity and resourcefulness. This session highlights unconventional fundraising strategies and case studies of successful campaigns. Participants will discover how to secure funding through innovative approaches, such as partnering with non-traditional sponsors, and receive actionable tips to implement these ideas in their own organizations.
Join the conversation about key ethical, equity and privacy challenges related to AI and health!
Join HRDN conversation about key ethical, equity and privacy challenges related to AI and health!
Mark your calendar for May 8, 2025, for the TruePKU meeting – a first-of-its-kind opportunity for members of the PKU community to share their experiences, needs, and treatment priorities directly with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, life science companies with active PKU programs, researchers, and healthcare professionals.
The newly formed Canadian chapter of Wilson Disease Association is hosting a one day conference for WD patients, caregivers, friends, medical students, physicians and supporters. They are bringing together the top Canadian doctors who treat Wilson disease. Great opportunity to network and learn more about treatment options for Wilson disease. More details and registration link […]
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