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The Canadian Lymphedema Framework (CLF) is an academic and patient stakeholder collaboration, which is part of an international initiative to promote research, best practices and lymphedema clinical development worldwide.

02/17/2026

This year, the CLF is celebrating World Lymphedema Day with the theme: “Amplifying Stories, Empowering Voices.” At the CLF, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire, educate, and connect. Through our magazine, Pathways—we provide a platform for personal stories: from people living with lymphedema, from loved ones supporting someone with the condition, and from health professionals who care for those affected.

Visit our website at: www.canadalymph.ca/WLD to learn about the different ways you can participate in WLD and help support our campaign to inspire, educate, and connect communities all around the country.

02/16/2026

This educational symposium will explore surgical treatment options for lymphedema and the role of robotics in supporting enhanced patient outcomes. Dr. Siba Haykal, Section Chief of Reconstructive Oncology at Yale School of Medicine and CLF Vice-Chair, will share the latest advancements in surgical lymphedema treatment, review case examples of robotic-assisted lymphatic surgery, and discuss the PRECISE trial, a new study enrolling patients to evaluate robotic surgery for the treatment of lymphedema.

Audience: This program is intended for lymphedema patients who are exploring surgical treatment options and want to learn about innovative approaches that may improve quality of life, as well as lymphedema therapists who are interested in understanding the latest technologies and research opportunities available to support their patients.

To learn more and to register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/LERN-Haykal-Surgery

02/15/2026

International Childhood Cancer Day is a global collaborative campaign to raise awareness about childhood cancer, and to express support for children and adolescents with cancer, the survivors and their families.

In Canada:
- About 1 in 5 children will not survive cancer and outcomes worsen for hard-to-cure cancers.
- It is the #1 cause of death by disease of Canadian children.
- More than 10,000 children, adolescents, and young adults in Canada are in treatment or 5-year follow-up for cancer right now.
- Only 7% of all cancer research dollars are dedicated to childhood cancer.
- 95% of survivors will live with a chronic health problem by the time they are 45 years old.

Anyone who has undergone cancer treatment is at a lifeling risk of developing lymphedema. To learn more about lymphedema, visit our website at www.canadalymph.ca. To learn more about ICCD, visit internationalchildhoodcancerday.org.

02/14/2026

💗 This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the heart of the CLF.

To our dedicated Board, compassionate staff, and incredible volunteers—thank you for the care, commitment, and passion you bring to supporting the lymphedema community every day. Your time, expertise, and advocacy make a meaningful difference in countless lives.

💌 Join us in spreading the love by taking a moment to share your gratitude—tag a volunteer, thank a colleague, or send a note of appreciation to someone who inspires you. Together, we can celebrate the people who make this community so special.

02/11/2026

This online microcredential course by the University of Alberta provides learners with a comprehensive overview of the complex aspects of lymphedema and chronic edema and presents clinical management approaches and support resources for these conditions. The course offers a medical introduction suitable for:

✅ Health professionals who may see individuals experiencing lymphedema or chronic edema in their clinical practice
✅ Industry professionals seeking insight into how their products support people living with lymphedem or chronic edema
✅ Individuals living with lymphedema who want to better understand their condition

📅 Enroll today and take the next step in your learning journey! Visit: tinyurl.com/uabmicrocourse

02/10/2026

The Canadian Lymphedema Framework is pleased to invite you to our fourth episode of Pathways LIVE: Authors in Conversation.

Pathways LIVE is an engaging livestream series that brings some of our magazine’s most compelling articles off the page and into real-time conversation. Like a “book club” for lymphedema care, each episode features the author of a selected Pathways article.

Join our Editor-in-Chief and series host, Anna Kennedy, as she sits down with Heather Ferguson to explore updates, fresh insights, and behind-the-scenes perspectives about her article: "10 steps to effective advocacy. A US citizen turned passion into progress. Tips from someone who’s been in your shoes."

📅 Thursday, March 5 at 12:00PM EST
✅ Free to attend – registration required!

Heather joined us in Niagara Falls at the 12th International Lymphoedema Framework Conference and gave a very inspiring keynote address so don't miss this opportunity to learn from her and her experience.

🔗 Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/PL-SIGNUP

02/08/2026

Sexual Health Week isn’t just about sex—it’s about our whole sense of intimacy, body image, and connection, especially after cancer and with lymphedema. In the Pathways article “Cancer and Sexuality: Are these two compatible?”, Sadra Rotholc, Marie-Eve Letellier and Dr. Anna Towers, remind us that cancer, its treatments, and lymphedema can affect sexuality in many ways, but open conversation, education, and support can help people navigate these changes with confidence and compassion.

Whether you’re living with lymphedema, supporting someone who is, or simply learning more—your experiences and questions are valid, and resources are here to help you explore sexual health as part of your overall wellbeing.

For Sexual Health Week, the Canadian Lymphedema Framework is offering complimentary digital access to read this important article and continue the conversation. Read now at: https://tinyurl.com/CancerAndSexuality

02/06/2026

Our friends at Obesity Canada's flagship scientific congress returns March 25–29 in Montréal, Québec, where researchers and healthcare professionals from across Canada and around the world come together to share the latest evidence, spark ideas, and push conversations forward.

COS 2026 bridges science, practice, and policy to transform how obesity is seen, supported, and understood across the lifespan.

🔗 To learn more and register, visit: https://obesitycanada.ca/event/canadian-obesity-summit-2026/

02/04/2026

We reflect on the millions of Canadian lives affected by cancer on . Cancer treatments, like surgery or radiation, can leave patients at a lifelong risk to develop lymphedema.

Visit: https://tinyurl.com/Cancer-Lymphedema to learn more from our Lymphedema Learning Library featuring articles on cancer-related lymphedema from Pathways magazine.

Check out: http://tinyurl.com/WCDcalltoaction to learn about ways you can take action this World Cancer Day to make affordable and accessible cancer services available to all populations, striving to reduce disparities in cancer incidence and mortality.

02/02/2026

Psychology Month celebrates the important work of psychologists and how psychology supports healthy, fulfilling lives—helping individuals thrive, strengthening communities, improving workplaces, and informing effective public policies. For those living with chronic illnesses like lymphedema, seeking external support can be especially valuable, offering tools and guidance to navigate the emotional and practical challenges that come with managing a lifelong condition.

Visit resources available on the the Canadian Psychological Association website at cpa.ca/psychologyfactsheets/

01/30/2026

Are you ready to enhance your clinical practice and make a real impact? Over 1.25 million Canadians suffer from lymphedema, with many cases going undiagnosed. Understanding the early signs and symptoms is crucial for timely treatment. Enroll in the U of A's online microcredential course on Lymphedema and Chronic Edema Management and be the difference your patients need.

Enroll in the winter course now at: tinyurl.com/uabmicrocourse

01/28/2026

Subscribe to our eNews for news, announcements and the latest on lymphedema research, education, partnerships, events, and more! Visit: tinyurl.com/CLFeNews to subscribe now!

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PO Box 35062 RPO Hartzel
Toronto, ON
L2P0C5

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+16476931083

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http://www.canadalymph.ca/

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