Do your joints feel stiff in the morning? Do you notice swelling, tenderness or unusual fatigue? Are you wondering if it’s more than everyday aches and pains? Inflammatory arthritis is an autoimmune condition that causes ongoing joint inflammation. Without early diagnosis and treatment, it can lead to lasting damage — but if caught early, it
Canadian research breakthroughs deliver earlier diagnoses and more effective treatments with the power to change lives January 26, 2026 (TORONTO) – Arthritis Society Canada announced its Top 10 Research Advances of 2025 today, highlighting discoveries that are advancing how arthritis is diagnosed, treated and prevented. Made possible through the generosity of donors and supporters, these
Leah Saik imagined the early months of motherhood in picture-perfect detail. During both of her pregnancies, she envisioned dressing her babies in thoughtfully chosen outfits, playing freely and, alongside her husband, sharing smiles with other new parents at the park. When Zoe and Lincoln were born with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) – a
Download presentation slides [PDF 2 MB] Duration: 1 hour In this session, physician Dr. Iliana Lega and registered dietitian Lalitha Taylor explore the connection between menopause and arthritis. They share practical strategies to manage symptoms and support joint health. In this session, you’ll learn: The difference between perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause. Guidelines and treatments, including medication
In his twenties, Demos found himself relying on his grandmother’s cane just to walk. “My arthritis was so severe that every step felt impossible,” he recalls. But a biologic medication — developed through research like that funded by Arthritis Society Canada — transformed his life. “I’m teaching, moving, and even playing soccer with my son.
When you think about tax time, you probably imagine paperwork, not people. But your year-end donation can mean something far greater: mobility, relief and hope for the 6 million people in Canada with arthritis. Tax time isn’t just about filling out forms or balancing numbers. It’s a moment to reflect on how your generosity can
For millions of Canadians, arthritis means waking up in pain, moving through the day with limits, and missing out on moments that matter. While there’s still no cure, there’s more reason for hope than ever. Across the country, researchers supported by Arthritis Society Canada are changing what’s possible — on the path to detecting arthritis
Your generosity is driving research progress and helping protect what arthritis steals This Giving Tuesday, something powerful happened. Across Canada, 3,210 people came together with one shared purpose: to help protect what arthritis steals. The response was incredible — thank you. Your generosity is powering discoveries that redefine what’s possible from early detection and prevention
Arthritis Society Canada is proud to share that we have been named a 2025 winner of the Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures Award—our third consecutive recognition following previous wins in 2019 and 2022. This national award, presented by Waterstone Human Capital, celebrates organizations across the country that build and sustain exceptional cultures rooted in performance,
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