Can-SOLVE CKD Network

04/09/2026

Final call — nominations close today!

Today is the last day to submit a nomination for the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Awards.

The Barbara Ann LeGay Award for Patient-Oriented Research and the Howard Vincent Reconciliation Award recognize individuals across the Can-SOLVE CKD Network who are making meaningful contributions to patient-oriented research and Indigenous health.

Do you know someone who should be recognized?

🔗 Learn more about the awards, including past nominees and recipients, and nominate someone today: https://cansolveckd.ca/network_updates/2026-award-nominations/

Nominations close today, April 9.

04/07/2026

Today is Green Shirt Day

Across Canada, people are wearing green to raise awareness for organ donation and honour the impact of the Logan Boulet Effect.

It’s a powerful reminder that one conversation can make all the difference.
If you haven’t already, take a moment to register your decision—and talk to your loved ones about your wishes.

More than 4,000 Canadians are currently waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Your decision could help change that.

👉 Learn more at greenshirtday.ca or visit the Government of Canada page https://bit.ly/43xa0IA to register in your province or territory.

🎥 Video courtesy of Green Shirt Day

04/06/2026

Have you checked out The Two Gals and a Kidney Podcast yet? 🎙️

Created through the Transplant Ambassador Program (TAP), this podcast features meaningful conversations, real stories, and expert insights from across the kidney and transplant community.

From patients and donors to researchers and advocates, each episode shares valuable perspectives and lived experiences.

Listen for free now:
Website: https://transplantambassadors.ca/podcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

Join us, The Two Gals and a Kidney Podcast, for meaningful conversations, real stories, and expert insights on kidney transplant, donation, and patient engagement. Whether you're directly impacted or want to learn more, this podcast is for you.💚

Each episode features candid conversations with kidney patients, donors, researchers, healthcare providers, patient advocates, global experts, and more! Sharing real experiences and trusted insights.💚

Listen for free now! Links below!

Website: https://transplantambassadors.ca/podcast/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

04/05/2026

Do you have your green shirt ready?

April 7 is Green Shirt Day, raising awareness for organ donation across Canada.

One conversation can make all the difference. Talk to your family and loved ones about your wish to become an organ donor.

You can be part of the powerful "Logan Boulet Effect," which continues to inspire people to register as organ donors. It only takes a couple of minutes, but your decision could save lives.

All you need is your health card.

👉 Learn more at greenshirtday.ca or visit the Government of Canada page https://bit.ly/43xa0IA to register in your province or territory.

Wear green or a hockey jersey on April 7—and start the conversation with your family about your wishes.

04/03/2026

April is Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Month

We’re sharing this message from our partners at The Kidney Foundation of Canada La Fondation canadienne du rein to help raise awareness about the importance of organ donation.

For many people living with kidney failure, a transplant can offer more years of life and improved quality of life.

This month is an opportunity to learn more about organ donation, challenge common myths, and take action.

04/02/2026

Recognizing individuals taking meaningful action toward Reconciliation

The Howard Vincent Reconciliation Award honours a non-Indigenous individual within the Can-SOLVE CKD Network who has demonstrated a commitment to furthering Reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, or who has inspired others to continue Reconciliation efforts.

Howard believed in speaking openly, challenging perspectives, and building respectful relationships across cultures. This award continues his legacy by recognizing individuals who are taking meaningful action to support Indigenous health and strengthen connections between communities, researchers, and care providers.

Do you know someone in the Can-SOLVE CKD Network who reflects these values?

🔗 Learn more and submit a nomination: https://cansolveckd.ca/network_updates/howard-vincent-reconciliation-award/

Submit nominations by April 9, 2026.

The award will be presented at the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting in Québec City.

03/30/2026

Celebrating patient partners who are shaping kidney research

The Barbara Ann LeGay Award for Patient-Oriented Research recognizes a patient partner who demonstrates leadership, collaboration, and a strong commitment to improving care for people living with kidney disease.

Barb believed deeply in the importance of listening to patients and ensuring their voices are respected in care and research. This award continues her vision by recognizing patient partners who are helping shape research and strengthen connections across care teams.

Do you know a patient partner in the Can-SOLVE CKD Network who reflects these values?

🔗 Learn more and submit a nomination: https://cansolveckd.ca/network_updates/barbara-ann-legay-award-for-patient-oriented-research/

Submit nominations by April 9, 2026.

The award will be presented at the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting in Québec City.

03/26/2026

What’s new on KidneyLink?

KidneyLink is Canada’s hub for connecting researchers with patients, caregivers, and families who want to get involved in kidney health research. Whether you're launching a study or looking to share your lived experience, KidneyLink makes it easy to connect and collaborate.

As Kidney Health Month wraps up, it’s a great time to stay informed, get involved, and support kidney health year-round.

This month, we’re sharing:
✔️ Research studies seeking participants, including opportunities focused on kidney and heart protection, equitable pandemic communication, and disaster preparedness in kidney care
✔️ New research highlights on IgA nephropathy treatments, medication reduction in dialysis, and support needs for pediatric transplant families
✔️ Kidney health resources, including self-management tools and new national direction for kidney care in Canada

🔗 Visit KidneyLink.ca to learn more, and read the monthly newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/6f2379890268/new-opportunities-to-get-involved-in-kidney-research-march-2026

KidneyLink is a partnership between The Kidney Foundation of Canada La Fondation canadienne du rein and Can-SOLVE CKD.

03/24/2026

New research is shaping the future of kidney care in Canada

As we mark Kidney Health Month, we’re sharing some of the latest research highlights from KidneyLink.ca:

🔹 A new resource supporting emotional well-being for people on dialysis
🔹 GLP-1 medications may offer added heart health benefits for people with kidney disease
🔹 Incremental hemodialysis may help improve quality of life for some patients

Each summary helps break down what the research means for patients, families, and care teams — turning evidence into action.

👉 Explore the latest research summaries: bit.ly/KL-Research-Results

KidneyLink is a partnership between The Kidney Foundation of Canada La Fondation canadienne du rein and Can-SOLVE CKD Network.

03/23/2026

Shaping research with lived experience.

Through training, peer review, and collaboration with researchers, patient partners help make kidney research more relevant, accessible, and patient-centred across Canada.

Arlene Desjarlais and Dwight Sparkes are two patient partners contributing their lived experience to the Canadian Nephrology Trials Network (CNTN), where patient voices play an important role in shaping research.

Their experiences highlight the value of lived experience—and the important role patient partners play in strengthening studies and ensuring they reflect real-world priorities.

As this work continues to grow, CNTN is looking to engage more patient partners from across Canada.

👉 Read their story and learn more: https://cntn.ca/news/how-patient-partners-are-shaping-kidney-research-at-cntn/
Stay connected to CNTN—sign up for their newsletter: https://bit.ly/CNTNnewsletter

Can-SOLVE CKD is proud to support CNTN.

03/21/2026

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Awards

The Barbara Ann LeGay Award for Patient-Oriented Research and the Howard Vincent Reconciliation Award recognize individuals across our network who are making meaningful contributions to patient-oriented research and Indigenous health.

Do you know someone who should be recognized?

🔗 Learn more and submit a nomination: https://cansolveckd.ca/network_updates/2026-award-nominations/
📅 Deadline: April 9, 2026

Recipients will be recognized at the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting in Québec City.