May 28, 2026

Our network update keeps you informed on our network projects and initiatives! Below are a few highlights. Make sure to check out the latest issue below.

In this issue:

• Celebrating 10 years of collaboration in action
• Highlights from the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting
• 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD award recipients announced
• Putting the spotlight on disaster preparedness in kidney care
• New resource from Can-SOLVE CKD supports EDI-A in research
• Highlights from CNTN’s annual research symposium
• Indigenous engagement in kidney research highlighted at forum
• Complete the ISN Global Kidney Health Atlas survey
• Upcoming nephrology events

Celebrating 10 years of collaboration in action

Can-SOLVE CKD’s 10th Annual Meeting in Québec City brought together patients, researchers, clinicians, and partners from across the country for four days of learning, connection, and shared momentum. From research symposiums and patient council sessions to the annual meeting itself, the energy throughout the week reflected a network continuing to grow stronger through collaboration and patient partnership.

The theme of this year’s gathering—Patient Partnership in Action: 10 Years of Learning, Leadership, and Change—was brought to life through co-presentations, cross-network learning, and stories of research being implemented into practice. In this edition, we share highlights from the week, including key moments from the annual meeting, award recipients, a timely joint symposium on emergency preparedness, and updates from CNTN.

As we reflect on 10 years of learning, leadership, and change, we extend our sincere gratitude to our funding partners for their ongoing support, which helps make this work possible.

Explore the 2026 Annual Meeting page
Access presentation slides, photos, and highlights from this year’s gathering in Québec City.

Highlights from the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting

During the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting in Québec City, research teams shared how patient partnership continues to shape kidney research, strengthen implementation, and support more accessible, meaningful, and impactful care.

2026 Can-SOLVE CKD award recipients announced

Congratulations to Dr. Allison Dart, recipient of the Howard Vincent Reconciliation Award, and Sue McKenzie, recipient of the Barbara Ann LeGay Award for Patient-Oriented Research. The recipients were announced and celebrated during the welcome reception at the 2026 Can-SOLVE CKD Annual Meeting.