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Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada
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Canadian network connecting clinicians, scientists, patients, and industry to improve neuromuscular disease outcomes.

Funded through CIHR-IMHA and Muscular Dystrophy Canada

Visit us at: https://neuromuscularnetwork.ca/
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Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada @nmd4c.ca · 25d
The #NMD4CAwards are back!
Recognizing excellence in #neuromuscular #research:
— Early Career Biomedical Researcher
— Early Career Clinical Researcher
— Publication of the Year

Open to NMD4C members. Apply by Jan 15, 2026

Learn more → zc.vg/nCAqV?m=0

#ClinicalResearch #BiomedicalResearch
Applications Now Open: NMD4C 2026 Awards
Nominate a colleague—or yourself—by January 15, 2025 for a chance to be celebrated at our 2026 Annual Meeting ahead of the 6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference in Calgary.
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✨ 💚 Discover practical “life hacks” from the #myotonicDystrophy community in our next Ask-the-Expert webinar! 🔗Register & learn new strategies with us: events.zoom.us/ev/AioUdcQWO...
November 13, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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📣 Register for the upcoming virtual AcadeMYO Winter School!
Perfect your skills in #myology, an exciting field in #neuromuscular science, with 60+ lectures and 3 live interactive sessions.
🗓 | Dates: 8–10 December, 2025

Register by 20 November, 2025
🔗 | neuromuscularnetwork.ca/event/academ...
November 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Ataxia Canada is accepting 2025-2026 grant applications, #Researchers with projects that help people with #ataxia, patients, caregivers or healthcare teams are encouraged to apply!
🔬 Learn More/Apply by Nov 30, 2025: neuromuscularnetwork.ca?p=202915
#NMD4C #NeuromuscularDisease #ResearchFunding #NMD
Ataxia Canada Research Funding (2025-2026) - Opportunities - NMD4C
Deadline: November 30, 2025 | Ataxia Canada is launching this competition to support innovative research that improves the lives of people with ataxia. Priority is given to projects with a final…
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November 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Join us tomorrow for our #CoP Knowledge Exchange Session on "Acceptance of adaptive aids and equipment".
Speaker: Krista MacMillan
Date: Thursday, Nov 13, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM ET

Learn More & Register → neuromuscularnetwork.ca/event/knowle...

#neuromuscular #physiotherapists #occupationaltherapists
Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Community of Practice - NMD4C: The Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada - NMD4C
The Community of Practice is open to all Canadian physiotherapists and occupational therapists who see neuromuscular patients.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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CIHR is hosting webinars to guide applicants & host institutions through the #REDI2025 Early Career Transition Award, covering eligibility, requirements & Q&A.

🏫 Host: EN/FR – Nov 12, 1:30 PM ET
🎓 Applicants: EN – Dec 1, 2:30 PM | FR – Dec 15, 1:30 PM ET
Register → neuromuscularnetwork.ca/REDI-2025
November 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Join us Nov 26–29 for Hope on the Horizon, a virtual series by Muscular Dystrophy Canada and #NMD4C.
Register to learn more about the latest treatments and trials for #DMD, #DM1, and #MG.
→ neuromuscularnetwork.ca/news/hope-on...

#neuromusculareducation #Duchenne #ClinicalTrial #Treatment
November 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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Join us and Muscular Dystrophy Canada at our next CPD-accredited webinar!
Neuromuscular Mystery Case Rounds - A Backpacker’s Guide to Progressive Weakness.
#letstalkNMD

Speaker: Dr. Tefani Perera | Resident, University of Calgary
Date: Tue Dec 2, 2025
Time: 5:00pm ET
🔗 bit.ly/Dec2025Round

#NMD4C
November 10, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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The November 2025 #NMD4C #Newsletter is here!
Explore the latest updates from across the neuromuscular network, including awards, webinars, research, and funding opportunities.

Read here → neuromuscularnetwork.ca/11-2025
November 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Deadline approaching! Apply for DDC’s Director of Research and Education role by Monday, 3rd November 2025.

Learn More: tinyurl.com/DDC-Research...

#NMD4C #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy #DMD #neuromusculardisease #NMD #RareDisease #ResearchLeadership #EducationStrategy #SeniorLeadership
nmd4c.ca Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada @nmd4c.ca · 27d
Are you passionate about advancing research, advocacy, and education for people affected by #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy?
Defeat Duchenne Canada, one of NMD4C’s valued collaborators, is hiring a Director of #Research and #Education to drive their strategy

Learn More ➤ tinyurl.com/DDC-Research...
October 29, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Advance your career in pediatric neuromuscular care!
Opportunities in Canada for #clinicians and #professors:
– Pediatric Neuromuscular Disorders Physician – SickKids
– Toronto & Assistant/Associate/Full Professor – University of Toronto
Learn More & Apply Here: neuromuscularnetwork.ca/Opportunities
October 27, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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Join the Myogenesis Discussion Group for an industry talk from Samar Rizvi (Aurora Scientific) on Instrumental Insights in Muscle Physiology Research!

Date: Oct 27, 2025
Time: 2–3pm ET
Learn More: neuromuscularnetwork.ca/MDG_Oct2025

#Myogenesis #MuscleResearch #MuscularDystrophy
October 24, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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The #NMD4CAwards are back!
Recognizing excellence in #neuromuscular #research:
— Early Career Biomedical Researcher
— Early Career Clinical Researcher
— Publication of the Year

Open to NMD4C members. Apply by Jan 15, 2026

Learn more → zc.vg/nCAqV?m=0

#ClinicalResearch #BiomedicalResearch
Applications Now Open: NMD4C 2026 Awards
Nominate a colleague—or yourself—by January 15, 2025 for a chance to be celebrated at our 2026 Annual Meeting ahead of the 6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference in Calgary.
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October 22, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Thinking about a career in academia? 🤔

Join us for Preparing for a Career as a #PrincipalInvestigator, a webinar and panel discussion on navigating the path to an academic position with insights from Drs. Marian Hettiaratchi, Michael Kallos, and Ian Tobias.

🔗 stemcellnetwork.ca/training/wor...
Preparing for a Career as a Principal Investigator
October 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Are you passionate about advancing research, advocacy, and education for people affected by #DuchenneMuscularDystrophy?
Defeat Duchenne Canada, one of NMD4C’s valued collaborators, is hiring a Director of #Research and #Education to drive their strategy

Learn More ➤ tinyurl.com/DDC-Research...
October 20, 2025 at 10:36 PM
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📬 The NMD4C October 2025 #Newsletter is here!
Highlights: New Steering Committee memebrs, Annual Meeting & Summer School, AGAMREE® Approval for #DMD, #SBMA Guidelines, Funding & Grants, Events, CPD Webinars, New research & more → zc.vg/9rxWN?m=0

#NMD #RareDisease #ClinicalResearch #Grants #Events
October 10, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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On Sept 10–11, NMD4C hosted its inaugural Clinical Summer School in Ottawa with 19 neuromuscular fellows from across Canada. Led by national experts, the program included workshops, mentorship, and community-building, with waived fees and travel support.
Read recap → neuromuscularnetwork.ca?p=202130
October 9, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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📢 Reminder: The application deadline for the 2026 Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is approaching! Don’t miss a chance to join Canada’s neuromuscular research community.

Learn more here → zc.vg/VHKPO?m=0

#NMD4C #Postdoc #RareDisease #ClinicalResearch #Grants
Applications Open: NMD4C/MDC 2026 Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Applications Open: NMD4C/MDC 2026 Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
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October 8, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Applications Now Open: 2026 NMD4C/MDC Postdoctoral Fellowship
Early-career scientists can receive $40,000 for postdoctoral research in neuromuscular disease. Apply/share with trainees in your network!
Deadline: Oct 14, 2025
Learn More: zc.vg/VHKPO?m=0

#NeuromuscularResearch #PostdoctoralFellowship
September 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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On Sept 11, NMD4C’s 2025 Annual Meeting took place in Ottawa, bringing clinicians, researchers, trainees, and partners together for a day of collaboration and community-building
We’re excited to host our 2026 meeting ahead of WCNMC in Calgary on Sept 25!
Read Recap → neuromuscularnetwork.ca?p=202198
Advancing Neuromuscular Research and Care: Highlights from the 2025 NMD4C Annual Meeting - News- NMD4C
On September 11, NMD4C hosted its 2025 Annual Meeting in Ottawa, bringing together clinicians, researchers, trainees, and partners for a full day of collaboration, strategic dialogue, and…
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October 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Health Canada has approved AGAMREE® (vamorolone), the first treatment for #DMD in Canada. Our Network is proud to advance research, improve care, and support families affected by #Duchenne.
Read More → neuromuscularnetwork.ca?p=202191
A Milestone in Neuromuscular Care: AGAMREE® (vamorolone) Approved as the First Treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Canada - News - NMD4C
Health Canada has approved AGAMREE® (vamorolone), the first-ever treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) in Canada. Patient Support Program opens for enrollment on October 10, 2025.
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October 7, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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🔬 Job opportunity alert!

Lead children’s health research! CHRI at London Health Sciences Centre is seeking a #ScientificDirector to provide scientific vision, executive leadership, build partnerships, and champion equity, diversity, and inclusion. ✨

Apply here. ➡️ stemcellnetwork.ca/career-oppor...
Scientific Director
October 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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👉 🔬Join MDF's Meet the DM Drug Developer with Sanofi on October 3rd 🧬 for an update on their DM program! 📝 Register to attend! 💻https://events.zoom.us/ev/AqnDbQ6mPkdp9yGgaE1ex5c5W9lL4TkqfzhrML21JKmwduKDGLid~AufwK62MYtkD9tJAlDz-n2RnE-rQ_YgsFz0z4VQ6EiP5HdHvv6nRvJJd0w?lmt=1759419636000
October 2, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Congrats to Dr. Kerri Schellenberg, Canadian experts, and NMD4C members on Canada’s first SBMA care guidelines!
These guidelines help teams manage symptoms, support early diagnosis, and ensure timely referrals.
Listen | Read | Download & Share →
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New Best Practice Recommendations for SBMA Care in Canada - News - NMD4C
Congratulations to Dr. Kerri Schellenberg, the team of Canadian experts, NMD4C Steering Committee members and Investigators, on publishing the first Canadian SBMA care guidelines!
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October 6, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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This week on #CMAJPodcasts, we discuss spinal bulbar muscular atrophy. Dr. Kerri Schellenberg describes clinical hallmarks and non-motor symptoms, and and Richard Paul shares his lived experience with this rare condition.
➡️ www.cmaj.ca/transcript-2...
September 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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🎧 New podcast out now!
Prof Laurent Servais (joining us from a busy airport) chats with Dr Grace McMacken about the future of newborn screening for neuromuscular disorders.
👉 Listen here: buff.ly/zLMcu3B
#SMA #Neuromuscular #NewbornScreening
Newborn Screening, with Professor Laurent Servais
Journal Of Neuromuscular Diseases Podcast · Episode
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September 25, 2025 at 11:55 AM