Arthritis Society Canada

04/29/2026

Volunteer Spotlight: Michelle | 2026 Mary Pack Volunteer Award Winner

Michelle is known for her empathetic facilitation and ability to help Arthritis Connections participants feel heard and supported.

Her extensive volunteer work includes more than five years with the advocacy team, consumer review panels and events.

Arthritis Connections are volunteer-led online peer support groups that offer encouragement, knowledge, and community.

Find the right group for you: https://arthritis.ca/support-education/arthritis-connections/

04/28/2026

Start your day with a whole grain breakfast power bowl! 🥣☀️

Studies show that diets high in whole grains positively impact chronic disease. This delicious bowl will give you energy to start your day right.

Try the recipe:

Popular diets sometimes claim that restricting the intake of all carbohydrates, including those in whole grains, will eliminate inflammation or improve arthritis symptoms.

04/26/2026

Volunteer Spotlight: Matthew | 2026 Mary Pack Volunteer Award Winner

When Matthew noticed a camper struggling with the swim test, he got in the water with them every day to help them improve at their own pace.

As an aspiring rheumatologist, he embodies the compassion that defines an exceptional role model and volunteer.

Arthritis Society Canada summer camps help kids find connection, confidence, and community.

https://arthritis.ca/about-arthritis/life-stages/juvenile-arthritis/i-need-support/

04/25/2026

Does cracking your knuckles cause arthritis?

When it comes to arthritis, there are many misconceptions.

🔎 Let's take a closer look at some arthritis myths and uncover the truth behind them.

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When you live with arthritis, it can sometimes be tough to sort out facts from fiction, with plenty of myths about arthritis circulating. Let's take a closer look at some arthritis myths and uncover the truth behind them.

04/24/2026

Volunteer Spotlight: Kelsey | 2026 Mary Pack Volunteer Award Winner

Kelsey goes above and beyond on our Arthritis Line—Canada’s only toll-free arthritis support line—supporting callers with care and empathy.

Her character and dedication to people with arthritis make her an invaluable team player.

Arthritis Line volunteers are here to provide one-on-one support:

📞 1-800-321-1433 (press “2”)
📧 info@arthritis.ca

https://arthritis.ca/support-education/arthritis-resources/arthritis-line/

04/24/2026

Missed our latest Arthritis Talks webinar?

Catch up with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Amit Atrey to learn what surgical options are available when you have arthritis in the hip, how to prepare and recover successfully.

You’ll leave feeling informed, prepared, and confident in your next steps.

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Catch up with Dr. Amit Atrey, an orthopedic surgeon, to learn what you need to know about hip surgery for arthritis.

04/22/2026

Behind every breakthrough, every support call, every moment of hope—there’s a volunteer making it happen.

We’re proud to celebrate our Mary Pack Volunteer Award winners who go above and beyond for people affected by arthritis.

Named after our visionary founder, these awards honour outstanding dedication, leadership, and compassion.

From leading support groups to mentoring at camp and advocating for better care their impact is felt every day.

Join us in celebrating them. Leave a ❤️ or a comment to say thank you!

Learn more about this year's recipients: https://arthritis.ca/about-us/news-stories/celebrating-our-2026-mary-pack-volunteer-award-winners/

04/20/2026

Volunteers are the sparks that ignite lasting change in our communities. ✨

This National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the 700+ volunteers who share their time, voices, and expertise to support more than 6 million Canadians living with arthritis.

Behind every person impacted by arthritis stands a united community igniting a movement of hope.

Thank you—we couldn’t do this without you. 👏💙

04/18/2026

Considering hip surgery for arthritis?

Join orthopedic surgeon Dr. Amit Atrey for a free live webinar. Get expert answers on your surgical options, how to prepare, and how to recover well.

📅 April 22, 2026
🎤 Dr. Amit Atrey, orthopedic surgeon

Register today:

Join us for an Arthritis Talks webinar with Dr. Amit Atrey, an orthopedic surgeon, to learn what you need to know about hip surgery for arthritis.

04/17/2026

We’re proud to share that our Serein Properties Multisensory Star Chef Soirée has been named a finalist at the 2026 Canadian Special Events Magazine Awards!

The evening was a groundbreaking multisensory journey that brought together three-Michelin-star chef Bombana Umberto and immersive art by Normal Studio—raising an incredible $1.35 million to support children living with arthritis.

With the generous support of Serein Properties, we are transforming the lives of children living through innovative research and life-changing support programs.

Together, we’re building a future where every child can thrive free from the pain and limitations of arthritis.

https://arthritissocietycanada.org/site/soiree/home.html

Thank you to our committee: Leslie Diamond, Cecilia Tse, Alexandra Gill, Fred Lee, Clifton Murray, Carleen Pauliuk

04/16/2026

Canada is failing 6 million people living with arthritis.
⚠️ Not a single province scored above a C for arthritis care.

📉 Arthritis receives less than 2% of funding from Canada's largest funder of health research.

The data is damning. The solution exists.
What's missing? Political action.

📢 Tell your elected representative you refuse to accept the status quo.

Demand stronger research, prevention, and care for arthritis. It takes 30 seconds: https://donate.arthritis.ca/page/188562/action/1