Join us for the 2026 CRA Annual Scientific Meeting, hosted IN PERSON at the Halifax Convention Centre!
Prepare to be inspired! The CRA Annual Scientific Meeting is more than just a conference—it’s a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in rheumatology. Experience a dynamic program that blends cutting-edge science, interactive learning, and unmatched networking opportunities. This premier event proudly nurtures the exceptional Canadian rheumatology community, bringing together leading minds from across the country and around the globe. Gain insights from top experts, forge meaningful connections, and leave empowered with the knowledge and relationships that will elevate your professional journey.
Shifting Tides: Embracing Change in Rheumatology. The CRA invites you to explore the evolving landscape of rheumatology at the 2026 ASM this April in Halifax, NS. With ongoing advances in research, evolving treatment strategies, and shifting models of patient care, we must navigate change with insight, agility, and innovation. Join us as we embrace new perspectives, challenge old assumptions, and shape the future of rheumatologic care—together.
| Important: Annual Scientific Meeting Updates You spoke and we’ve listened! In response to member feedback, the CRA is making significant changes to our Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) timing and programming. The ASM is springing forward to April in 2026! The conference will also shift later in the week, taking place from Thursday to Sunday, April 16 – 19, 2026, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. **SCHEDULING CHANGES** ASM educational programming will begin at 1:30 p.m. AT on Thursday April 16 and will run until 5:30 p.m. AT on Saturday April 18; the gala dinner will be hosted on Saturday evening. Residents Pre-Course will be scheduled Thursday April 16, prior to the ASM opening. Small group meetings will be scheduled late Wednesday April 15, Thursday April 16 (prior to 1:00 p.m. AT), and the morning of Sunday, April 19. |
ASM PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• State-of-the-Art & Crowd-Sourced Workshops
• Keynote Lectures
• Abstracts and Poster Tours
• Satellite Symposia
• RheumJeopardy
• The Great Debate
• Awards of Distinction
• Exhibitors’ Hall
• … and much more!
ASM KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dunlop-Dottridge Lecture:
Dr. Lisa Christopher-Stine, a distinguished rheumatologist and leading authority on inflammatory myopathies, will deliver the Dunlop-Dottridge Lecture on Myositis.
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State-of-the-Art Lecture:
Dr. Michael Ombrello will present a State-of-the-Art lecture on Still’s Disease and Adult-Onset Still’s Disease (AOSD) Across the Age Spectrum.
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Keynote Lecture:
Dr. Elizabeth Volkmann will present a keynote lecture on Holistic Approaches to Autoimmunity.
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