Welcome to CATA!
The Canadian Arthritis Trainee Association (CATA; L'Association Canadienne des Étudiants(es), chercheurs(euses) dans le domaine de l'Arthrite; ACÉA) is a gathering of research students and trainees in the field of arthritis.
Please scroll down to learn about Our Vision and how to join!
We are generously sponsored by Arthritis Society Canada.
Unsure how to prepare for the next steps in your research career?
In September 2022 we hosted an online Career Transitions Panel featuring Dr. Amanda Ali and Dr. Jasmin Ma, two Arthritis Society Canada-funded researchers who’ve recently made the transition from trainee to independent investigator.
Here's the recording - enjoy!
Join us for our Trainee Meet-Up at the CRA Meeting!
Thursday Feb 27 at 6:30pm (after the poster session)
Downtown Calgary (details will be sent by Feb. 26)
All educational/trainee levels are welcome: undergraduate and graduate students, post-docs, health professional students, residents/fellows
Meet trainees engaged in arthritis research across Canada
Connect with CATA Leaders and learn about ways to expand your network and gain leadership experience by getting involved with CATA
·Snacks and (non-alcoholic) beverages provided!
Please register here
Unable to attend? Stop by our booth in the Exhibit Hall to meet the CATA Leaders, join our mailing list, and learn about ways to get involved. Questions? Email CATA.arthritis@gmail.com
Connect with us on Twitter!
Our Vision
Building the next generation of arthritis research leaders through:
Networking
Connect communities by building bridges across disciplines and perspectives.
Engagement
Gain insight from the experiences of Canadians living with arthritis.
Professional Development
Develop research leaders through hard and soft skills training.
Outreach
Empower, engage, and advocate for Canadians living with arthritis.