Events
Members Only Virtual Town Halls
The Sjögren’s Society of Canada is excited to announce that our Members Only Virtual Town Halls are back for 2026!
We will welcome four Sjögren's experts this year who will give a brief presentation about topics which are informative and timely for our members. The focus of the town halls is to provide plenty of time for members to ask questions.
We are pleased to offer exclusive sessions for our members featuring guest speakers in May, June, September, and November.
Details about our speakers and registration information will be shared here. We look forward to having you join us for these informative events.
SjSC members can log in to their Member Portal on our website to watch recordings of all of our past Town Halls.
Our next Town Hall is scheduled for June 24, 2026 and will feature Ellen Wang, Physiotherapist, presenting "Moving More Mindfully: The role of physical activity in Sjögren's disease".
Ellen is a registered physical therapist and PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia who works with people living with chronic conditions and movement challenges.
Her current research centers on promoting physical activity for people living with osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis - ensuring care is grounded in the latest evidence and tailored to real-life needs.
In addition to her clinical practice, Ellen co-teaches Rheumatology in UBC's Department of Physical Therapy and contributes to the development of international osteoarthritis guidelines, helping translate research into practical care.
Ellen has over six years of experience teaching yoga and fitness. She has also completed Pelvic Floor Level 1 and Level 2 training, allowing her to take a whole-body approach to movement and rehabilitation.
Beyond the clinic, she serves as Programs Coordinator at Arthritis Consumer Experts and as a Board member of the Sjögren's Society of Canada, advocating for accessible, patient-centered care.
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National Patient Conference
The Sjögren's Society of Canada is pleased to be holding our 19th Annual Sjögren’s National Patient Conference! This year, we’re going Back to Basics with a virtual event designed to inform, connect, and empower. Whether you are searching for a diagnosis, newly diagnosed, or a long term Sjögren’s patient, you will learn from leading experts, gain the latest insights, and pick up practical tips—you’ll also have opportunities to ask questions. Save the date and join us for a day of learning and connection.
2026 Featured Expert Presenters:
“Medications on the horizon for patients with Sjögren's Disease"
“Mouth Mystique: Combating Dryness”
“Fundamentals of Dry Eye Disease Therapy in Sjögren's Disease"
Co-leads of the Women's Health Coalition of Canada
"A National Framework for Women's Health in Canada"
All Conference registrations will be entered into our draw for some great door prizes thanks to our donating sponsors!
Canadian Sjögren's Awareness Month
July is Canadian Sjögren’s Awareness Month!
The Sjögren’s Society of Canada is proud to declare that July is Canadian Sjögren’s Awareness Month! Every day during the month of July we post information about Sjögren’s on Facebook and Instagram. The focus of our campaign is to spread the word about our unknown disease to the general public, health care professionals and those people who have not yet been diagnosed. We also recognize World Sjögren’s Awareness Day on July 23rd, the birthday of Dr. Henrik Sjögren who first discovered Sjögren’s.
National Walk for Sjögren's
Our 3rd Annual National Walk for Sjögren’s was held on September 20, 2025. The event featured walks in cities and neighbourhoods across Canada. Join us in 2026 and help us to continue to Make Strides for Sjögren's!
We have several objectives for our Walks. First and foremost, we want to increase awareness about our unknown disease. We do this by talking about the Walk for Sjögren’s with our friends and family members. We are also raising funds for the Sjögren’s Society of Canada so that we can continue to strive to improve the lives of patients in Canada.
Local Walks for Sjögren’s may include expert speakers, patient testimonials, sponsor, door prizes and of course an easy stroll in a park or your neighbourhood. Set a fundraising goal, bring a team, and win prizes for the amount you raised.
If you would like to organize a Walk or help with planning the Walk in your community in 2026, contact the SjSC today!
