Arthritis Society Canada

05/30/2026

Looking for a refreshing drink with a wellness boost? 🌺🥤

This caffeine-free hibiscus tea is infused with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves for a deliciously bold flavour and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Packed with antioxidant-rich anthocyanins to support gut health, it’s the perfect sip for warmer days.

This tea is an anti-inflammatory drink that draws inspiration from the traditional Zobo beverage, also called ‘Sobolo' in various African countries. It is a caffeine-free and refreshing drink made from dried hibiscus flowers.

05/29/2026

Every unfunded arthritis study is a missed opportunity to protect mobility, independence, and everyday moments for more than 6 million Canadians.

But there’s still time to change that.

⌛ Every donation will be DOUBLED to accelerate arthritis breakthroughs until May 31.

✨ Don’t miss your chance to give 2X the hope for a better future.
➡️ https://donate.arthritis.ca/page/190831/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=Organic_social&utm_content=DR-DIG-Research&utm_campaign=DRFY2627RESCAMPDIGAD&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_source=facebook

05/29/2026

💡 Missed our latest Arthritis Talks webinar?

Catch up with researcher Dr. Jason McDougall to learn what the current research says about medical cannabis, pain, and inflammation.

Get the facts from trusted healthcare professionals. You’ll leave feeling informed, empowered, and supported.

🎥 Watch now: https://youtu.be/9wz2ykLh2os

Thank you to our exclusive presenting partner My Medi.

When you’re managing arthritis pain, you may be searching for new ways to feel better and wondering: Are there other options to help manage my symptoms? Coul...

05/28/2026

Your voice matters in shaping chronic pain care in PEI.

Prince Edward Island Government is inviting Islanders to help shape the province's first Chronic Pain Strategy to improve care, access, and support for people living with chronic pain.

Join an upcoming focus group session:
✔️Queens County
📅Wednesday, June 3 | 4:30 pm
📍Stratford Town Hall

✔️Prince County
📅Tuesday, June 2 | 6 pm
📍Microtel Inn and Suites

✔️ Virtual Sessions
📅Monday, June 15 | 6 pm
📅Monday, June 16 | 6 pm
📍Zoom

Learn more: www.princeedwardisland.ca/ChronicPain

Islanders are invited to share input to help shape the province's first Chronic Pain Strategy.

The following community consultation sessions will be held across the province:

➡️Prince County - Wednesday, May 20, 6 pm to 8 pm, Loyalist Country Inn, 195 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside
➡️Queens County - Thursday, May 21, 6 pm to 8 pm, Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, 75 Kent Street, Charlottetown
➡️Kings County - Monday, June 1, 6 pm to 8 pm, Montague High School cafeteria, 274 Valleyfield Road, Montague
➡️French language, virtual session - Wednesday, May 27, 6 pm to 8 pm, facilitated online

In-person focus group sessions will be held for people with lived experience including patients, family members, and caregivers:

➡️Queens County - Thursday, May 28, 6 pm to 8 pm, Stratford Town Hall, 234 Shakespeare Drive, Stratford
➡️Prince County - Tuesday, June 2, 6 pm to 8 pm, Microtel Inn and Suites, 515 Notre Dame Street, Summerside

Pre-registration is preferred for both the community consultation and focus group sessions. For more information or to register, visit www.princeedwardisland.ca/ChronicPain.

Read the full release here https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/input-wanted-on-chronic-pain-strategy

05/26/2026

Warmer weather is here — the perfect time to get moving outside! ☀️

Regular physical activity can help strengthen muscles and bones, reduce stress, and support overall well-being.

Spring activities that are kinder to your joints:

🚶‍➡️ Walking
🌱 Gardening
🧘 Stretching and gentle movement

Which activity helps you manage your arthritis symptoms best?

https://arthritis.ca/healthy-living/how-stay-active-spring-arthritis/

05/25/2026

Most university students worry about exams, not calculating their every movement.

For Chantal, every day is a balance of pain, fatigue, classes, and simply keeping up.

One of the hardest parts is living with a disease most people don’t understand.

“People think you get arthritis in your 60s or 70s. It’s not just an older person’s disease.”

Arthritis Action Now is making arthritis impossible to ignore — challenging myths and raising awareness so people like Chantal are seen, understood, and supported.

https://arthritis.ca/get-involved/take-action/arthritis-action-now/

05/24/2026

How does osteoarthritis affect health beyond the joints?

Dr. Nikolas Knowles explains how osteoarthritis can affect work, physical activity, and overall health.

That’s why early intervention is critical. It helps protect quality of life, not just joints.

⌛ You can help accelerate progress in arthritis research. Donations will be MATCHED until May 31.

DOUBLE your impact today:
➡️ https://donate.arthritis.ca/page/190831/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=Organic_social&utm_content=DR-DIG-Research&utm_campaign=DRFY2627RESCAMPDIGAD&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_source=facebook

05/22/2026

Spring has sprung and it’s time to get back in the garden. 🌿

Gardening can be a great activity to support your body and your mind. If you’re living with arthritis, a few simple adjustments can help you make the most of your time in the garden:

🪴 Start slow and pace yourself
🪏 Use ergonomic tools to reduce strain
🌱 Take breaks and change positions often

Top 10 tips for gardening with arthritis: https://arthritis.ca/healthy-living/top-10-tips-for-gardening-with-arthritis/

05/21/2026

Every May, we celebrate National Physiotherapy Month and the vital work physiotherapists do to help people improve mobility and live well.

We’re proud to recognize the physiotherapists in our Arthritis Rehabilitation and Education Program (AREP), who support people living with arthritis with the care and strategies they need to improve their quality of life.

Learn more: https://arthritis.ca/support-education/local-support/arthritis-rehabilitation-education-program/

05/19/2026

What if arthritis could be detected earlier?

Dr. Nikolas Knowles explains how research is changing what’s possible for early diagnosis — before permanent damage occurs.

Early diagnosis isn’t luck — it’s innovation in action. ✨

🔬 You can help make this progress possible and support Canadian scientists like Dr. Knowles working on the next breakthrough.

⌛ Your gift will be DOUBLED until May 31.

➡️ https://donate.arthritis.ca/page/190831/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=Organic_social&utm_content=DR-DIG-Research&utm_campaign=DRFY2627RESCAMPDIGAD&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_source=facebook