Arthritis Society Canada

10/16/2026

October is National Occupational Therapy Month in Canada!

This month, we celebrate the vital role of occupational therapists play in supporting people with arthritis to manage pain, build confidence, and maintain independence.

A special thank you to the occupational therapists in our Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP) in Ontario for their dedication and expert care.

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10/14/2026

All-In for Arthritis is back — and we’re celebrating 20 years of impact by raising the stakes with more excitement, more competition and more ways to make a difference for people living with arthritis. ♣️♦️

For two decades, this high-energy night has brought together business leaders, community champions and poker players for friendly competition, great company and an even greater cause.

📅 February 18, 2027
📍Arcadian Court | Toronto

Thank you to David Pauli, Polar Asset Management and SGGG for your generous support and being part of this milestone night.

Together, we’re creating a future with less pain and more possibility for 6M+ Canadians living with arthritis.

Reserve your table and get in on the action before tickets sell out!
🎟️ https://arthritis.ca/get-involved/campaigns/all-in-arthritis/

10/13/2026

More than 916,000 people in British Columbia live with arthritis.

Wait times for care, treatment and surgery are too long.

🗳️ With just 10 days until the election, tell B.C. party leaders it’s time to make arthritis a priority.

📢 Add your voice — it only takes 30 seconds: https://action.arthritis.ca/page/201170/action/1

Together, we can push for better access to care.

10/12/2026

At Arthritis Society Canada, we show up for the people we help, the stories we hear and the opportunity to make a difference every day.

Whether we are connecting people to support, offering hope, advocating for policy change or accelerating the next breakthrough, we show up to improve the lives of people living with arthritis.

We are powered by people who bring their own experiences, perspectives, and reasons for showing up.

On World Arthritis Day, we celebrate all those who show up — our staff, volunteers, supporters and community — so no one faces arthritis alone.

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10/10/2026

A father’s run for his daughter. 🏃 ❤️

Emmanuel is taking part in the Toronto Waterfront Marathon in support of his daughter, Mathilde, who was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at just 18 months old.

He watched Mathilde—usually full of energy, smiling, and ready to explore—change completely as she struggled with excruciating pain.

Today, thanks to advances in juvenile arthritis care, Mathilde can run and play like any other two-year-old.

That’s why Emmanuel is running.

Support Emmanuel’s run and help more children living with arthritis move with less pain and fewer limitations. ➡️ https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/un-marathon-pour-soutenir-la-recherche-sur-larthri

10/09/2026

Missed our latest Arthritis Talks webinar?

Catch up with Dr. Allyson Jones and Dr. Manuel Ester (University of Alberta) for practical ways to reduce your risk of falls and feel safer and more confident in your movement.

Get the facts from trusted healthcare professionals.

🎥 Watch now: arthritis.ca/support-education/arthritis-talks-webinars/fall-prevention-tips-to-stay-safe-steady-and-active

10/09/2026

It’s Make a Will Week in British Columbia — take the first step toward creating your legacy.

Not sure where to start? Our free Planning Your Will Guide helps you understand what to consider, so you can feel more confident about getting started.

And when you leave a gift in your Will, you can create lasting change for people living with arthritis today and for generations to come.

Plan for what matters most with our free Planning Your Will Guide:https://arthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FY2526-Planning-Your-Will-Guide-EN.pdf

10/08/2026

Austra Gulens and Dr. Tom Appleton joined The Social for an important conversation about arthritis — from the common misconceptions to the reality of living with a chronic illness.

These are the conversations we need to have more often. The more Canadians understand about arthritis, the better equipped we are to recognize it, talk about it and advocate for better diagnosis, treatment, care and support.

Rheumatologist Dr. Tom Appleton, and retired teacher living with ar...

10/07/2026

Meet the next generation of arthritis researchers.

Our 2026 Research Training Award recipients are advancing research to uncover new possibilities in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of arthritis.

These awards are made possible by the generous support of our donors.

Together, we’re investing in the training and development of emerging researchers who are uniquely positioned to make a real difference in the lives of people living with arthritis.

Congratulations to:
Semini Beragama, University Health Network
Megan Hutter, Western University
Chantelle Lin, University of Toronto
Maitland Martin. University of Calgary
Madeline Rao Shishis, McMaster University
Patricia Remalante-Rayco, University Health Network
Wesley Tran, Western University
Tong Yu, University of Toronto
Dr. Henrietha Adandom, University of Alberta
Dr. Cole Fleet, University of Victoria
Dr. Alyssa Howren, University of British Columbia – Arthritis Research Canada
Dr. Lisa Yamaura, University of Calgary

Learn more: https://arthritis.ca/about-us/news-stories/arthritis-society-canada-supports-next-generation-of-arthritis-researchers-with-2026-training-awards/

10/06/2026

Congratulations Paul St-Pierre Plamondon on being elected Premier of Quebec! We look forward to working together to improve access to care and treatment for Quebecers living with arthritis.