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Research Scleroderma Research Scleroderma Society of Ontario is dedicated to supporting continuous research of scleroderma diagnosis and treatment to support patients and caregivers. For over a decade, SSO has been providing funding to physicians and researchers seeking new information for the scleroderma community. Grant Application If you are interested in completing our funding request, click here to download the application form . Submit to john@scleroderma.ca Have questions? Please reach out to us at info@scleroderma.ca Grant Recipients 2021 Scleroderma Society of Ontario: Dr. Jean Luc Senecal – CHUM - $15,000.00 Dr. Maggie Larché - Hamilton Scleroderma Group - $25,000.00 Dr. Mo Osman - University of Alberta - $25,000.00 Canadian Scleroderma Research Group - $25,000.00 Scleroderma Canada: Dr. Nancy Maltez – Ottawa Hospital - $10,000.00 Dr. Mo Osman - University of Alberta - $25,000.00 Canadian Scleroderma Research Group - $25,000.00 Dr. Jean Luc Senecal – CHUM - $10,000.00 Grand total: $160,000 2020 Dr. Fei Geng - HSG - $7,500 Dr. Brett Thombs - SPIN - $16,950 Dr. Maggie Larché - HSG - $10,000 SJHC London - $35,300 St. Joseph Hospital Hamilton - $10,000 SPIN - $9,500 Grand total: $88,750 2019 Dr. Brett Thombs - SPIN Jewish General - $25,000 Dr. Brett Thombs - SPIN - $16,666 Dr. Fei Geng - HSG - $15,000 Grand total: $56,666 *Please note that no grants were awarded in 2018 2017 Dr. Brett Thombs - SPIN Jewish General - $65,000 Dr. Jean Luc-Senécal - CHUM - $20,000 Dr. Ronald Laxer - Sick Kids - $20,000 St. Joseph's Healthcare - HSG - $30,000 Dr. Janet Pope - St. Joe's London - $35,000 Grand total: $170,000 *Please note that no grants were awarded in 2018 2016 Toronto Western General - $35,000 Dr. Ronald Laxer - Sick Kids - $6,800 Dr. Murray Baron - CSRG - $25,000 Dr. Janet Pope - St. Joe's Healthcare - $35,000 St. Joseph's Healthcare - HSG - $25,000 Grand total: $126,800 2015 Dr. Murray Baron - CSRG - $50,000 Dr. Sindhu Johnson - Toronto - $100,000 Dr. Ronald Laxer - $4,500 Grand total: $154,500 2014 Dr. Murray Baron - CSRG - $2,000 Dr. Jean-Luc Senécel - CHUM - $50,000 Dr. Sindhu Johnson - Toronto - $3,000 Dr. Brett Thombs - SPIN Jewish General - $30,000 Grand total: $85,000 *Please note that no grants were awarded in 2013. 2012 Dr. Joseph's Healthcare - HSG - $152,000 Dr. Murray Baron - CSRG - $70,000 Dr. Andrew Leask - Western University - $50,000 Dr. Jean-Luc Senécal - CHUM - $50,000 Grand total: $322,000 *Please note that no grants were awarded in 2013. In partnership with Scleroderma Canada, Scleroderma Society of Ontario is thrilled to award monetary grants to physicians, researchers, organizations and more who prioritize scleroderma research, treatment and diagnose. Since 2012, Scleroderma Society of Ontario and Scleroderma Canada have provided over $1 million in grants to support scleroderma research, awareness, and advocacy. We are proud to celebrate and recognize our grant recipients and the work they do to support our mission and the scleroderma community. Below is a list of previous grant recipients.

Patient Support Peer-to-Peer Support Groups Scleroderma Society of Ontario believes that peer support can significantly improve patient's wellbeing and is an effective way to increase self-esteem and self-efficacy to achieve personal goals. For years, SSO has been offering peer-to-peer support groups to scleroderma patients and loved ones as a way to connect to the scleroderma community, learn more about the disease, and various coping mechanisms for scleroderma symptoms. Since the onset of the pandemic, SSO's peer-to-peer support groups have been hosted virtually via ZOOM and often include a guest speaker. Registration is free and the group sessions are hosted casually to ensure a comfortable environment. Participants are welcome to join with camera off or on, actively engage, or listen. How you choose to participate is up to you! Upcoming virtual support groups will be posted on our social media. Follow us to stay informed! Would you like to begin a peer-to-peer support group in your region? Scleroderma Society of Ontario is here to support you along the way. Email info@scleroderma.ca to learn how. Patient Resources Scleroderma Society of Ontario supports scleroderma patients and caregivers by sharing updated articles, webinars, and more. If we come across a helpful resource, we'll be sure to share the news on social media and link the resource here. If you're looking for peer-reviewed or academic research, please visit our Research page. Click on a category below to find resources.

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