Welcome to the Canadian Rheumatology Association Foundation (CRAF)!
Dr. Vandana Ahluwalia
Chair, CRAF
The CRAF was created to to provide necessary funding to improve health outcomes for Canadians living with rheumatic diseases. This is accomplished by providing training for the next generation of rheumatologists through programs such as the Summer Studentship and the CRA Foundation Education Bursary and funding research through CIORA.
Together, we can enable life-changing research and education that directly benefits those living with rheumatic conditions, ensuring they get the care they need. We invite you to support our mission to fund research, training and advocacy for continued excellence in rheumatology care in Canada.
We’re creating impact
The Canadian Rheumatology Association Foundation (CRAF) was established as the charitable organization working in collaboration with the Canadian Rheumatology Association (CRA) to alleviate the burden of rheumatic diseases on individuals, communities and society. Our primary goal is to provide necessary funding to improve health outcomes for Canadians living with these conditions. By building strong partnerships with aligned health and patient organizations, we aim to amplify our impact and reach.
We’re advancing rheumatology.
The CRAF exists to promote and advance the field of rheumatology by providing funding for important rheumatology research, education and training. Programs offered by the CRAF include the Canadian Initiative for Outcomes in Rheumatology Care (CIORA), which has been a unique granting division of the CRA and now under CRAF, where we will work together to grow the size of the program and its impact.
I’m a Researcher looking for a CIORA Grant
Grant programs support sustainable projects related to academic and clinical research initiatives.
I’m a Med Student looking for Summer Studentship
Gain experience and interest in the important sub-specialty of rheumatology through clinical or research studentships.
I’m a Rheumatology Resident looking for a Bursary
Hone your skills, further your career, and develop skills and knowledge to better serve future patients.