DMRF Canada: 
December 2022 E-newsletter
 
Season’s greetings! As we come to the end of 2022, we would like to express our incredible gratitude to our wonderful volunteers, sponsors, donors and other like-minded organizations for the tremendous support they provided the dystonia community throughout the year. 
 
Despite all of their challenges, we're proud of how the dystonia community came together during this time, and we believe each individual has emerged stronger from it. It’s thanks to people like you that DMRF Canada also supported more research projects than ever before. For a full list of what you made possible in 2022, please click here. 
 
Looking forward to 2023, we have several new exciting programs planned, including new research and support projects and several in-person events across the country. 
 
On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff at DMRF Canada, thank you for your dedicated, ongoing support of our mission.
 
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Give the Gift of Research - Time is Running Out 
 
If you haven’t made your 2022 gift yet, please consider giving the gift of research by donating to DMRF Canada. Donate online by December 31, 2022 to receive your 2022 charitable tax receipt.
 
Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts this year 
 
         
 
Thank you to everyone who made contributions through Giving Tuesday and participating in our "Bid to Benefit Dystonia Research" auction. 
 
First Dystonia-Focused Scientific Journal
 
  
Exciting news! Last year, the DMRF (USA) launched the first scientific journal dedicated to dystonia. Since then, eleven articles have been published. Click here to read the articles.
We Raised Dystonia Awareness Together 
 
 
DMRF Canada would like to thank you for your support during #DystoniaAwarenessMonth. We were able to connect with over 25,000 people! Click here to learn more.
 
Applications Open: Clinical and Research Fellowship 2023 – 2025  
 
DMRF Canada is pleased to offer a two-year clinical and research fellowship to support the training of exceptionally qualified physicians in preparation for their careers in movement disorders with a focus on dystonia.
 
Interested individuals can access eligibility criteria, contact information, and application forms here.
 
Connect with DMRF Canada 
 
 
 
Stay up to date on the latest research news, upcoming patient support events and more! Visit: www.dystoniacanada.org/support-us-find-us-social
 
Available Resources for Health Professionals 
 
 
DMRF Canada is proud to offer a regularly updated resource bank for healthcare professionals on our website, accessible here.
 
Samuel Belzberg 6th International Dystonia Symposium 
1st – 3rd June 2023 Dublin, Ireland
Travel Stipend for Researchers
 
 
The Samuel Belzberg 6th International Dystonia Symposium (IDS6) is a meeting that will bring together the leading dystonia researchers from around the world to assess the current state of dystonia research and to identify the best paths forward to achieve our collective goal of a cure for dystonia.  Travel scholarship for fellows, trainees, and junior faculty is now available. Applications are due January 3, 2023. Click here to learn more and apply. Note this meeting is for researchers and medical professionals only. 
 
Recent Webinars - Recordings Available 
 
  • The DMRF recently hosted a webinar on the 25th anniversary of the discovery of the DYT1 gene. Click here to watch a recording.
  • "Dystonia and Physical Therapy" webinar was hosted by the DMRF on November 2. Click here to watch a recording.
 
Upcoming Support Group Meetings 
 

 
DMRF Canada is proud to connect patients with support groups around the country. Click here to find a support group in your area.
 

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