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*Live Tue, Nov 18, 1:00–2:00 PM ET*

Join us for our upcoming webinar, 'Indigenous Responses to the Pandemic & Research on the Economics of #LongCOVID' featuring insights from Crystal N. Hardy, Dr. Chris Mushquash, & Danica Wolitski.

Register now: bit.ly/4paYryk

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November 14, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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We’re excited to announce the recipients of the 2025 LCW Seed Funding!

This year’s funded projects explore innovative approaches to #LongCOVID research, care, and community collaboration.

Learn more about the selected projects and teams: www.longcovidweb.ca/research/202...

#LongCOVIDWeb
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November 13, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Join us for our upcoming webinar, 'Indigenous Responses to the Pandemic & Research on the Economics of #LongCOVID' featuring insights from Crystal N. Hardy, Dr. Chris Mushquash, & Danica Wolitski.

Date: Tue, Nov 18, 2025
Time: 1:00–2:00 PM ET
Register: bit.ly/4paYryk

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Promotional graphic for the Long COVID Web Webinar Series titled “Indigenous Responses to the Pandemic & Research on the Economics of Long COVID,” scheduled for November 18, 2025, from 1–2 p.m. ET. Featured speakers include: Crystal N. Hardy, MHSc, INHE, PhD(c), Health Sciences, Lakehead University; Chris Mushquash, PhD, LLD(HC), CPsych, Lakehead University; and Danica Wolitski, PhD Candidate, Health Services and Policy Research, School of Public Health, University of Alberta, and Health Economist, Institute of Health Economics. Each speaker’s photo appears beside their name and affiliation. The Long COVID Web logo is at the bottom right.
November 12, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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Friendly reminder - you can still access most sessions and content from our 2025 #LCWSymposium on Whova for just over two months.
View here - bit.ly/4qLYylh

Also, take a quick look back at a few moments captured from the Symposium in St. John's, Newfoundland, Oct 2025.
November 7, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Join the Rehabilitation Science Research Network for COVID on Nov 21, 2025 (11am–1pm EST) for a free virtual Fireside Chat: Deep dive into activity, movement, PESE & PEM in Long COVID and infection-associated chronic conditions.
Register: forms.office.com/r/UtDwdFtag3
Promotional poster for the 2025 Fireside Chat hosted by the Rehabilitation Science Research Network for COVID. Event title: “Deep dive into activity, movement, PESE and PEM in the context of Long COVID and Infection-Associated Chronic Conditions.” Event date: November 21, 2025, 11am–1pm EST. Includes presentation with Todd Davenport, discussion with Jessica DeMars, Melanie Kasner, and Sammie McFarland, followed by breakout sessions on Clinical, Research, Return to Work & Physical Wellbeing, and Caregiving & Family Support. Registration link and contact email (rehab.covid@utoronto.ca ) included. Funded by the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto.
October 24, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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Missed the 3rd Canadian Symposium on #LongCOVID?
You can still catch up! Most session recordings are now available on Whova for registered participants.

Register by Friday, October 31, 2025, to access the virtual content: bit.ly/4hRoczz
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Graphic announcing access to virtual content from the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID until Friday, October 31, 2025. The image includes a photo of colorful buildings and the harbor in St. John’s, Newfoundland, with text noting that the event took place October 20–21, 2025, at the Emera Innovation Exchange Conference Centre, Memorial University of Newfoundland, both virtually and in-person. The Long COVID Web logo appears at the top left.
October 23, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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CBC journalist Adam Walsh featured the 3rd Canadian Symposium on #LongCOVID on The Signal!

His show brought together members of the #LCWSymposium — sharing vital stories, treatments, and emerging research shaping the future of Long COVID care.

Watch here: youtu.be/QrNwNUcubLs?...
The Signal | Live form the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID
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October 23, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Thank you to all speakers & attendees for making the 3rd Canadian Symposium on #LongCOVID a success! We’re excited to announce that you can *Save the Date* for the 4th #LCWSymposium, which will be held Oct 15–16, 2026, at UBC in Vancouver and online! More details coming soon!
Graphic announcing the 4th Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: “4th Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Save the Date: October 15–16, 2026. Virtual & In-Person. The Nest, The University of British Columbia.” The Long COVID Web logo appears at the top left, and on the right is a circular photo of Vancouver’s skyline with mountains in the background.
October 21, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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Thank you to all who joined us for Day 1 of 2025 #LCWSymposium! We look forward to another day of sessions, collaboration, & community tomorrow.
Register for Day 2: bit.ly/4hRoczz

Seperate registration required for the Atlantic Meetup (Oct 21, 8:30–9:30 AM NT): bit.ly/43YYF3I
October 20, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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The 2025 #LCWSymposium begins tomorrow, Mon, Oct 20, hosted in St. John's, NL, & online! Join researchers, clinicians, & community members for 2 days of evidence-based discussion and collaboration advancing #LongCOVID care and research.

Register now: bit.ly/4hRoczz
October 19, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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The 2025 #LCWSymposium will be live this Monday, Oct 20, hosted in St. John's, NL, & online!

Join researchers, clinicians, & community members for two days of evidence-based discussion and collaboration advancing #LongCOVID care and research.

Limited seats! Register now: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: “3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Virtual and In-Person. October 20–21, 2025. Emera Innovation Exchange Conference Centre, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.” The image shows colourful row houses and a harbour view of St. John’s, Newfoundland.
October 18, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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Reminder! Join the Atlantic Meetup at the 3rd Canadian Symposium on #LongCOVID and hear the latest research and advocacy updates from Dr. Iram Anees, Stacey Alexander, & Dr. Doug Gross.

Date: Oct 21, 8:30–9:30 AM NT (Hybrid)
Register today: bit.ly/43YYF3I
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Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Session: Atlantic Meetup, October 21, 2025, 08:30–09:30 NT. Moderator: Iram Anees, MD, FRCPC, Co-chair, Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Memorial University. Speakers: Stacey Alexander, B.PE, BEd, MEd (IT), Educator, Person with Lived Experience, Admin Team for Long COVID Canada Collaborative, CAN-PCC Guideline Team Member; and Doug Gross, PhD, BScPT, Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alberta. Event: October 20–21, 2025, Virtual and In-person.
October 17, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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*Few days to go*
The 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID kicks off this Monday, October 20, both virtually and in-person at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Join us for two days of research, collaboration, and community. #LCWSymposium #LongCOVID

Limited seats! Register here: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: “3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Virtual and In-Person. October 20–21, 2025. Emera Innovation Exchange Conference Centre, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador.” The image shows colourful row houses and a harbour view of St. John’s, Newfoundland.
October 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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In-person registration closes tomorrow, Friday, October 17th, for the 2025 #LCWSymposium!

Join us in St. John’s, NL (or virtually) on Oct 20 & 21, 2025, for vital conversations shaping care, research, & policy.

Limited seats! Register here: bit.ly/4hRoczz.
3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID Registration hosted by Whova
2025-10-20, St. John's, NL
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October 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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In-person registration closes this Friday, Oct 17, for the 2025 #LCWSymposium — taking place Oct 20–21, 2025. Join us in St. John’s, NL (or virtually) for vital conversations shaping care, research, & policy.

Register here: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. The image includes the Long COVID Web logo, text that reads “Registration Closing Soon!”. The bottom shows a colorful view of St. John’s, Newfoundland, with event details: “Virtual and In-person, Emera Innovation Exchange, Memorial University of Newfoundland, October 20–21, 2025.”
October 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Attend the 2025 #LCWSymposium (Oct 20–21, 2025) to earn a Maintenance of Certification (Section 1) from @royalcollege.bsky.social & Mainpro+ Certified Activity Credits from @cfpc-cmfc.bsky.social !

Don’t miss out — limited seats available! Register now: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional image for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. The graphic features the Long COVID Web logo, text that reads “Earn a Maintenance of Certification (Section 1) & CFPC Mainpro+ Certified Activity Credits,” and event details: “Virtual and In-person, Emera Innovation Exchange Conference Centre, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, October 20–21, 2025.” The lower half shows a colorful photo of downtown St. John’s with its harbor and hillside homes.
October 15, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Less than a week left to register for the 2025 #LCWSymposium — taking place Oct 20–21, 2025.
Join us in St. John’s, NL (or virtually) for vital conversations shaping care, research, & policy.

Scan the QR code to download the Whova app and
Register here: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. The image includes the Long COVID Web logo, text that reads “Register & Download the Whova app! In-person registration ends Friday, October 17, 2025,” and a large QR code linking to the Whova app. The bottom shows a colorful view of St. John’s, Newfoundland, with event details: “Virtual and In-person, Emera Innovation Exchange, Memorial University of Newfoundland, October 20–21, 2025.”
October 14, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Register for the 2025 #LCWSymposium, Oct 20–21, 2025, & join critical discussions shaping #LongCOVID. Scan the QR code to download the Whova app - receive announcements, vote in polls, & stay connected!

Register by:
Oct 14 (In-person)
Oct 17 (Virtual)
bit.ly/4hRoczz
A promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. The top half reads “Register & Download the Whova app!” with a large QR code on the right. The bottom features a view of St. John’s, Newfoundland, and event details: “Virtual and In-person, Emera Innovation Exchange, Memorial University of Newfoundland, October 20–21, 2025.” The Whova QR code allows attendees to receive announcements, vote in polls, and access symposium updates.
October 10, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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CBC’s St. John’s Morning Show host Jen White spoke with Dr. Iram Anees & advocate Stace Alexander about their experiences with #LongCOVID and the upcoming 2025 #LCWSymposium, taking place in St. John’s and online, Oct 20–21, 2025.

Listen to learn what to expect & why it matters: bit.ly/4nHKDuV
October 8, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Coming soon - our Art Gallery returns as part of the 2025 #LCWSymposium! This year’s gallery features both physical artworks and audio-visual submissions, sharing powerful perspectives on living with #LongCOVID.

Dates: Oct 20-21, 2025
Reserve your spot now: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: Coming Soon: 2025 Long COVID Art Gallery. The bottom section shows a collage of displayed artworks, including photography, drawings, written reflections, and mixed-media pieces exhibited on panels in a gallery space. The footer text reads: 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID, October 20–21, 2025, Virtual and In-person. The Long COVID Web logo appears in the top right.
October 6, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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(1/2) Join the Trainee Session at the 2025 #LCWSymposium to explore #LongCOVID diagnostic criteria, apply evidence-based management strategies, and discuss challenges faced by patients with Long COVID in care.

Date: Oct 20, 1:00–1:45 PM NT
Register: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: Day 1, Oct 20, 13:00–13:45 NT, Trainee Session. Three headshots are shown: Moderator Kieran Vasanthan, MD, GIM Fellow, Memorial University of Newfoundland; Jane McKay, BSP, MD, FRCPC, FACP, General Internal Medicine Specialist, Providence Health Care, UBC Division of General Internal Medicine; and Stephanie Jones, Patient with Lived Experience, Health Sciences Center, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Footer text: 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID, October 20–21, 2025, Virtual and In-person. The Long COVID Web logo appears in the top right.
October 3, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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(1/2) Don’t miss the Cross-pillar Discussion at the 2025 #LCWSymposium. Speakers will share research, clinical, and lived experience insights, address gaps in #LongCOVID knowledge, and explore emerging priorities for future collaboration.

Date: Oct 21, 3.45–4.45 PM NT
Register: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional poster for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Session title: Cross-pillar Discussion. Date: Day 2, October 21, 2025, 15.45–16.45 NT. Moderator: Doug Gross, PhD, BScPT, Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alberta. Speakers: Jennifer Hulme, MDCM, CCFP-EM, MPH, Emergency Physician and Health Systems Researcher, University of Toronto; Katherine Clarke, MD, Family Physician and Clinical Assistant Professor, Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador; Laura Fregeau, MSc, Occupational Therapist, ErgoFrégeau Occupational Therapy. Banner notes event dates October 20–21, 2025, Virtual and In-person.
October 2, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Join Dr. Angela Cheung at the 2025 #LCWSymposium for an 'Update on #LongCOVID: The Impact, the Science and the Trials'. Learn about the current impact of Long COVID, its key driving factors & current trials and findings.

Date: Oct 21, 2.30–3.30 PM NT
Register: bit.ly/4hRoczz
Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: Day 2, Oct 21, 14:30–15:30 NT, Update on Long COVID: The Impact, the Science and the Trials. A headshot of Dr. Angela Cheung is shown in a circular frame. Text lists her credentials: PhD, MD, FRCPC, Clinician Scientist, UHN; Senior Scientist, Toronto General Hospital Research Institute; Professor of Medicine, University of Toronto. Footer text: 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID, October 20–21, 2025, Virtual and In-person. The Long COVID Web logo appears in the top right.
October 1, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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Register to take part in the 3rd Canadian Symposium on #LongCOVID, October 20–21, 2025, & engage in critical discussions shaping care and policy.

Registration deadlines:
Oct 14, 2025 (In-person)
Oct 17, 2025 (Virtual)
Spaces are limited—reserve your spot today: bit.ly/4hRoczz

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Promotional graphic for the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Long COVID. Text reads: “Registration Deadlines: Oct 14, 2025, for In-person registrations; Oct 17, 2025, for Virtual registrations.” The event is virtual and in-person at Emera Innovation Exchange, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, October 20–21, 2025. The Long COVID Web logo appears in the top left corner, with a photo of St. John’s harbor and colorful buildings at the bottom.
September 30, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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We regret to share that today’s #LongCOVIDWeb webinar, “Long COVID and the Immune System” with Dr. Daniel Altmann, has been cancelled due to a personal emergency. We are working on rescheduling and will share the new date soon. Thank you for your understanding.
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Reminder - Join us tomorrow for our #LongCOVIDWebinar, " #LongCOVID and the Immune System," with Professor Danny Altmann & opening comments for the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation by Farwa Naqvi.

Date: Tue, Sep 30, 2025
Time: 1:00–2:00 PM ET
Register: bit.ly/4nnE7bX
Promotional graphic for the Long COVID Web Webinar Series. Title: “Long COVID and the Immune System.” Date: September 30, 2025, 1–2 pm ET. Speakers: Dr. Daniel Altmann, Department of Immunology and Inflammation, Imperial College, Faculty of Medicine, Hammersmith Hospital, London, UK; and Farwa Naqvi, MSc, BCr, Indigenous Engagement Lead, Long COVID Web. The Long COVID Web logo appears at the bottom right.
September 30, 2025 at 5:18 PM