Arthritis Connections

These sessions are hosted online using a booking and online appointment program called Jane. To access programming, you will have to create an account and select the session you would like to join. Visit our Jane page.

Jane is an online booking, scheduling, and secure video system – it allows our volunteers and staff to schedule peer sessions and host our programming online – along with allowing our participants to pick and choose their own events and register with the click of a button. No applications required.

To attend a session, you go to our Jane website and sign up for an account. You can then pick and choose sessions to register for. Following registering for your first session, you will be asked via email to complete an online registration form. Then, once your session date approaches, you will receive an email reminder from Jane that will include the link to join. You click on the link, which opens an internet browser, to connect you to your peer support session. Enjoy!

We require you to register with your email, a phone number, and your mailing address (provided during completion of the online registration form). This information is confidential and only used for aggregate program reporting. View our Privacy Policy.

Currently we are piloting this new format, and we will do our best to continue to expand the themes offered. On launch we hope to deliver sessions specific to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, general arthritis, and chronic pain – with more available soon. You can book a session by volunteer or session theme.

Unfortunately, these groups are unable to provide medical advice or guidance. If you have concerns about your healthcare or treatment plans, please speak directly with your healthcare team. If you are unsure how to access care in your province, explore our Navigation Guide for further support. Please note that before you make any changes to your healthcare or treatment plan you should first discuss them with your healthcare team to ensure it is an appropriate fit for you.

If you require support, please reach out to the program team at connections@arthritis.ca and we will do our best to support you to attend one of our online sessions.

Thanks for considering volunteering with us! If you are interested in volunteering, please visit the Programs and Digital Services volunteer application page and submit an application. You can also email connections@arthritis.ca to express interest in volunteering with our program.