• The multidisciplinary research team of Arthritis Research Canada is now over 100 strong. Our world-class scientists are uniquely positioned to address the challenges of living with arthritis through the lenses of rheumatology, orthopedics, physiotherapy, kinesiology, occupational therapy, pharmaceutical sciences, rehabilitation sciences, public health, epidemiology, health psychology and behavioural change, health economics, health systems assessment, biostatistics, education, pediatrics, and knowledge mobilization.
  • Over six million Canadians are living with arthritis. That number is expected to rise to more than nine million by 2036. 1 in 4 Canadians will have arthritis.
  • Our scientific team is conducting life-changing innovative research. Our research is helping people overcome the difficulties of arthritis so that they can continue to work and go to school, take care of children, enjoy leisure time, be physically active, and so much more. Our mission is to transform the lives of people impacted by arthritis through patient-centred research and engagement. Our vision is a world where people living with arthritis can thrive. Our thanks to all of you for helping us make this possible.
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  • Arthritis Research Canada marks 25 years of conducting life-changing arthritis research. Interested to find out what that research looks like in action? Click the button below to view our 2024 research highlights.
  • Arthritis Research Canada is committed to teaching and mentoring young scientists so that they may continue to find answers and change lives for millions of Canadians, of all ages, with arthritis. Learn about our Trainees and the important research they are conducting in our Trainee Spotlights.