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Apply Today: CIHR Seeking Members for New Standing Committee on Science
March 8, 2022
The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is seeking members for its new Standing Committee on Science. The committee will have a diverse membership made up of nationally and internationally […]
Extended: Celiac Blood Test Covered Until March 31, 2024 – Ontario
January 12, 2022
The pilot announced by the Canadian Celiac Association has been officially extended until March 31, 2024 and allows Ontario residents to be screened for celiac disease among other tests at […]
Lindy Fraser Award 2021
October 29, 2021
On behalf of Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific Advisory Consultants and Osteoporosis Canada, we would like to announce this year’s Lindy Fraser Award winner as chosen by the members of the SAC. […]
B.C. PharmaCare Patient Voice Survey For Osteoporosis Therapies
October 20, 2021
The B.C. Ministry of Health is conducting a survey of patients, caregivers, and advocacy groups to achieve input regarding osteoporosis therapies in British Columbia and B.C. PharmaCare coverage. We know […]
Brigadier-General (retired) Hilary Jaeger recognized as Honorary Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
October 13, 2021
Osteoporosis Canada is pleased to share that long-time volunteer Dr. Hilary Jaeger is one of three leaders recognized as Honorary Fellows of the Royal College for her transformative contributions to […]
Announcing New SAC Chair – Dr. Rowena Ridout
October 1, 2021
Dr. Rowena Ridout is the new chair of Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific Advisory Council. Rowena has been involved with Osteoporosis Canada since 2010 as an active member of the Scientific Advisory Council. […]
PHAC Osteoporosis Key Findings
August 18, 2021
Latest News PHAC Osteoporosis Key Findings August 18, 2021 Osteoporosis Canada has been working closely with the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) over the past few years assisting in […]
Jack Hirsh Award Recipient
June 3, 2021
Jack Hirsh Award Rick Adachi MD, FRCPC The McMaster Academic and Education Department of Medicine Awards review committee have selected an outstanding group of individuals for the 2020-2021 academic year. […]
Canadian Fracture Liaison Services Join the Capture the Fracture® Map of Best Practice
April 20, 2021
Media Release Osteoporosis Canada and the International Osteoporosis Foundation underline their shared goal of improving clinical outcomes and preventing recurrent fractures in patients who have sustained fractures due to osteoporosis. […]