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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. 

RARE Bootcamp

The RARE Bootcamp is designed for patients and advocates who have started funding rare disease research and are looking to better coordinate and build structure around their efforts.  For more information or to register, please email bootcamp@ultragenyx.com

Webinar: Rare Barometer survey on the impact of rare diseases on everyday life

On Wednesday 10 July, Rare Barometer, the global survey initiative of EURORDIS – Rare Diseases Europe, will launch a new survey on the impact of rare diseases on everyday life. The survey will be open to all people living with any rare disease and their family members worldwide and will be available in 25 languages, from 10 […]

PRISMS Leads the Way To Support Those Living with Smith-Magenis Syndrome at 12th International Conference

Hyatt Regency Dallas Dallas, TX, United States

PRISMS 12th International Conference is the largest conference specifically focused on Smith- Magenis Syndrome (SMS) in the world. The conference goal is to educate and share information about SMS while providing opportunities for engagement and community amongst SMS families and professionals. This educational and family support multi-day event is a critical program for the SMS […]

Tell Me More: Why is Obtaining a Diagnosis Challenging?

We invite you to our next UDNF Tell Me More Lecture Series on Thursday, July 11th  at 12:00 p..m. ET for Why is Obtaining a Diagnosis Challenging? – Navigating the Uncharted Waters of an Ultra Rare Disease. Are you an undiagnosed patient who has been on a long diagnostic odyssey? Come join us for a discussion […]

Cavernous Malformation Canada – 2024 Patient Conference

SickKids Hospital Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning 170 Elizabeth St Toronto, ON M5G 1E8, Canada, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

This year our patient conference is ONE DAY ONLY, with optional activities happening Saturday. Keynote by Dr. Brent Derry, many expert presentations, and lunch with the scientists, as well as time to mingle with other patients.

4th Regional Meeting on ITP – PDSA Canada

The Courtyard Marriott Burlington Burlington, Ontario, Canada

On September 29, 2024, the 4th annual Canadian Regional Meeting will take place in Burlington, ON, for patients and families affected by ITP. The event will be held at the Courtyard Marriot. This meeting is a chance to meet other Canadian ITP patients and learn from Canadian ITP experts. If you are interested in registering […]

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