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.
Join this virtual workshop on Zoom on April 24, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (EST) to develop communication skills for engaging with patient partners in research. Hosted by the HBHL EDI Trainee Committee, the session features medical librarians and a patient advocate sharing insights on plain language and patient-oriented research. Presenters: Sabrina Burr, MISt - Librarian of the Neuro-Patient Resource Centre […]
Conflict is a natural part of teamwork—but in family engagement in research, how we navigate it matters. Join them for a compassionate conversation on resolving conflicts in family engagement teams, fostering trust, and strengthening collaboration.
Join Northwell Health on April 27-29, 2025, at Hofstra University on Long Island (NY) for a unique forum for the presentation and discussion of new research developments in mitochondrial transfer and transplantation.
A first-of-its kind collaborative event for Undiagnosed, Ultra-Rare & Rare disease industry, clinical and community leaders. The diagnostic odyssey for rare diseases is a significant challenge, often leaving patients and families lost in a maze of tests, misdiagnoses, missed opportunities to participate in clinical trials, and delayed treatment. Summit 2025 brings together a diverse group […]
Join us on Monday, April 28, 2025, at The Westin Hotel in downtown Calgary (or virtually) for an inspiring afternoon dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and progress in rare disease research and care. This event will spotlight innovative advancements and inspiring stories from Canada’s rare disease community. Through engaging lightning talks and networking opportunities, you’ll connect […]
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!
Learn how to create a more inclusive workplace for neurodivergent employees with our 6 principles!
MDF invites you to attend the Professional Track at the 2025 MDF Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana from May 1st to May 4th! Sometimes called the “DM family reunion” - the MDF Conference is an event to unite the DM community in our journey towards treatments and a cure for myotonic dystrophy (DM). This year's program […]
Presenters: Thomas Qiao, MSc, Research Coordinator, Department of Psychiatry, University of Calgary Noah Furlani, MSc, Research Coordinator, Department of Psychiatry, University of Calgary Dr. Kara Murias, MD PhD FRCPC, Pediatric Neurologist, Alberta Children’s Hospital; Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics and Clinical Neuroscience, University of Calgary
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