The mother of an eight-year-old might hope to hear that her child excels in math or science. Perhaps she’d like to know that her child is a sports star or well-regarded by her peers. Instead, Dina Chan was told in 2019 that her daughter Jayna might only have two years left to live due to
From April 18 to 25, National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize the vital role volunteers play in communities across Canada. At Arthritis Society Canada, it’s also an opportunity to honour those who go above and beyond to support people living with arthritis. Named after Arthritis Society Canada’s founder, The Mary Pack Volunteer Awards
Arthritis Action Now unites 21 organizations, more than 100,000 patients, researchers, clinicians and advocates to transform arthritis research and care in Canada TORONTO, April 8, 2026 – Canada is failing arthritis patients, and the evidence is undeniable. For the second time in three years, The State of Arthritis in Canada Report Card has assigned low
By age 11, Josh MacDonald had already played three incredible years of basketball. He fell head-over-heels in love with the sport and his family was delighted. That’s why it was a natural fit to raise funds for a disease close to their hearts. Josh’s journey with arthritis began at a young age. Diagnosed with polyarticular
TORONTO, March 20, 2026 – Arthritis Society Canada has announced the recipients of its 2025–2026 Community Action Grants, supporting community-driven initiatives that strengthen connection, promote health equity and improve access to arthritis resources in underserved regions across the country. This year, four community-led projects have been awarded up to $5,000 each to deliver solutions that
TORONTO, March 18, 2026 - Arthritis Society Canada is investing more than $4.6 million over three years to support 16 outstanding researchers from across Canada. The recipients of the 2025 Strategic Operating Grants, Stars Career Development Awards, and Ignite Innovation Grants will help improve early diagnosis, prevention and treatment of arthritis. Dr. Sarah Manske from the University of Calgary, recipient of
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
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.
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