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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This webinar kicks off a new joint EU4Health webinar series on paediatric and orphan devices! Three EU4Health projects, i4Kids4Rare, DeCODe, and OrphaDev4KIDS have joined forces to deliver a series of expert webinars on planning, regulation, and clinical pathways for paediatric and orphan devices.
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This conversation will explore how patient and clinician perspectives are integrated into HTA evidence frameworks, how these insights influence decision-making in practice, and where opportunities remain to build more responsive and inclusive systems for rare disease communities.
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Join NMD4C and Muscular Dystrophy Canada at their next CPD-accredited webinar, “Neuromuscular Mystery Case Rounds,” on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET, with their speaker, Dr. Albert Yeung, Neuromuscular Clinical Fellow at the University of Alberta. This session will be chaired by Drs. Aaron Izenberg, Shafina Sachedina and Christen Shoesmith. |
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Muscular Dystrophy Canada is excited to host a webinar on building e-learning in rare neuromuscular diseases. The objectives of this session are as follows: Recognize the key principles of knowledge co-development, including respectful partnerships between people with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), families, clinicians, researchers, and organizations. Understand the value of multidisciplinary teams that include people […] |
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Leading experts and advocates will convene to discuss the critical insights, challenges, and opportunities in advancing Canada's National Rare Disease Strategy. Drawing upon key findings from a recent national study, panelists will delve into the economic burden, the profound impact of delayed diagnosis on patient journeys, and the imperative for improved pathways, access, and research. […] |
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Designed for clinical coordinators, nurses, pharmacists, and research staff working in pediatric rare disease trials, this introductory session will provide a practical overview of: 🔹 Gene therapies, cell therapies, and antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) 🔹 How ATMPs differ from traditional therapies 🔹 Key operational considerations for clinical teams 🔹 Strategies for explaining ATMPs in clear, accessible […] |
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Scientific and medical advances in rare diseases continue to accelerate — but equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, and care remains out of reach for millions of people living with a rare disease. This webinar offers a practical look at how innovative financing models can help close these gaps. The session will explore a range of […] |
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