CAPA news
Arthritis Action Plan Launch at the Canadian Rheumatology Association Meeting
We were proud to take part in the launch of the Arthritis Action Plan at the Canadian Rheumatology Association meeting in Halifax in mid-April. These photos capture a meaningful moment of collaboration, bringing together partners across the arthritis community to advance shared priorities and improve outcomes for people living with arthritis acro
Through the Darkness: A CAPA Community Voice at the Canadian Pain Society
CAPA is proud to share Through the Darkness, a powerful award-winning watercolour piece by CAPA community member Natalie Boivin, featured at the Canadian Pain Society exhibition as part of Shaping the Future of Pain Science. Through deeply personal symbolism, the artwork reflects the emotional and physical journey of living with pain while remindin
How are you continuing to do what you love? We’d love to hear from you.
We want to hear how you are doing the things you love — whether it’s gardening, cooking, art, movement, or something else. What helps? What have you changed? What makes it possible? This project aims to learn about people’s lived experiences, including what you do to keep enjoying life, the current strategies you’re using and any challenges
Join Us for a free Webinar on Broken Chains: Understanding Drug Shortages and Their Impact on Patients
Drug shortages continue to affect Canadians’ access to essential medications, with serious impacts on treatment, health, and daily life. Join CAPA on May 13, 2026 at 14:00 pm EDT for a webinar exploring findings from the report Broken Chains: Drug Supply Disruptions Impact Patient Lives and discussing what must change to better support patients a
CAPA newsletters
Newsletter – September 2026
This month, CAPA is focusing on all things vaccines to help people with inflammatory arthritis and other rheumatic diseases prepare for the winter respiratory virus and flu season.
Summer Newsletter 2026
Catch up on CAPA’s latest news, research, advocacy and community updates this summer. From webinar recordings and research studies to patient input, drug access and policy updates, see what we’ve been up to.
Newsletter – June 2026
Continuing its commitment to education, research and advocacy, CAPA invites you to explore this month's updates, including our upcoming July 10 webinar on menopause and bone health, new resources and opportunities to get involved.
Newsletter – May 2026
CAPA continues to amplify patient voices through national advocacy, educational initiatives and research-driven projects focused on improving the lives of people living with arthritis across Canada. This month’s newsletter highlights new patient-informed resources, national conference presentations, community engagement opportunities, and important conversations around drug shortages, health data sharing and access to care.
Newsletter – April 2026
This month at CAPA, we’re amplifying patient voices — from shaping national conversations on drug shortages to creating practical, real-world resources for people living with arthritis. Don’t miss ways to get involved, including our May 13 webinar and the final days of the Coffee for CAPA fundraiser.
Newsletter – March 2026
It’s been a busy month for CAPA, with a recent Lived Experience webinar on navigating healthcare and preparations underway for upcoming sessions on arthritis diagnosis and biologic treatments. This issue also highlights ongoing advocacy, research and engagement updates and contributions from across the community.
Newsletter – February 2026
This issue features Dawn Richards’ reflection on more than 20 years of engagement, introduces CAPA’s 2026 Strategic Plan alongside our 2025 Impact Report, and shares the full recording of our French-language webinar on navigating treatment options - now available with English captions.
Happy New Year from CAPA!
This edition features a New Year message from CAPA President Linda Wilhelm, reflecting on 2025 accomplishments and the work ahead. You’ll also find advocacy updates, an upcoming French-language lived-experience webinar and resources for people living with arthritis and chronic pain.
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