News and Updates
Stay up to date with news about primary immunodeficiency disorders and the ImmUnity Canada community.
Take Action for World PI Week
World Primary Immunodeficiency Week (WPIW) is a global campaign held every year between April 22-29, aimed at raising awareness for primary immunodeficiencies (PI) and increasing public understanding of these conditions. The...
Government of Canada invests $20 million to improve health outcomes of children living with rare diseases
In Canada, 14,000 children under the age of 15 die each year from a rare disease. With more than 7,000 known rare diseases, it is essential for researchers from across the country to work together to improve the health outcomes...
Our 2022 Annual Report is Here!
We are pleased to release our 2022 Annual Report! Thank you to our members and stakeholders across Canada. We hope that you will continue to support us in our work to improve the lives of people affected by immunodeficiency...
Volunteer Spotlight: Jan
Meet Jan, winner of the 2023 R. Michael Whelan Excellence Award. What motivated you to volunteer with us? To increase my own knowledge base specific to immunity challenges and current health trends and research. To connect with...
Happy Holidays from ImmUnity Canada!
We wish everyone a safe, healthy, and happy holiday and a prosperous New Year!Please note that our offices will be closed December 22, 2023 - January 9, 2024 This holiday season, please consider giving the gift of support to...
Passing of Vicki Modell, Co-founder of the Jeffrey Model Foundation and pivotal figure in the field of Primary immunodeficiencies
Immunity Canada grieves with the entire primary immunodeficiency community on the passing of Vicky Modell, co-founder of the Jeffrey Modell Foundation, and a pivotal figure in primary immunodeficiencies (PI). Vicki's dedication...
#IAmNumber12: Meet Ashley Hickey!
"There's a phoenix in each of us, ready to rise." Photographer: Alex MacAulay, Halifax NS Ashley Hickey’s life took a challenging turn during her childhood when she was diagnosed with a type of PrimaryImmunodeficiency called...
Support PI Patients Directly This Giving Tuesday
Adult patients are expected to be responsible for their education, careers and financial planning while also managing their health and sometimes a family. Many members who cannot work rely on government assistance to support...