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Empower Your Journey

Reaching out is the first step.

Discover empowerment through Lupus Canada’s Self-Help resources, designed to support your lupus journey with essential tools and information. Our resources connect you with peer support networks and mental health assistance across Canada, enhancing your quality of life. Explore these tools to navigate the challenges of lupus, knowing you’re supported every step of the way.

Provincial Resources

British Columbia

The Self-Help Resource Association of British Columbia

Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan Self-Help Network

(306) 373-1375

Quebec

Information & Referral Centre of Greater Montreal Foundation

Quebec

Centre d’Action Benevol du Quebec

(418) 681-3501

Quebec

CAP Sante Outaouais

Nova Scotia

Self-Help Connection Nova Scotia

All Provinces

Canadian Mental Health Association

(416) 646-5557
https://www.cmha.ca

Online Support Groups

With the impact of COVID, in-person support group meetings have been transitioned to online support group meetings. Both the BC Lupus Society and Lupus Ontario offer online support groups for anyone to join. Lupus Canada is happy to share with you the links to the BC Lupus Society and Lupus Ontario support group meeting information below.

British Columbia

BC Lupus Society Online Support Group Information
Ontario
Lupus Ontario Online Support Group Information
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Student Resources

Navigating School with Lupus

School can be especially challenging for students living with lupus. Symptoms such as fatigue, pain, lupus fog, and episodic flares can affect attendance, concentration, memory, and the ability to complete assignments or exams on schedule.

Lupus Canada has developed practical tools for educators, families, and accessibility offices that outline how lupus can impact learning and highlight common recommended accommodations, including flexible deadlines, access to recordings, rest breaks, assistive technology, and attendance flexibility to support academic success.

Two students reviewing schoolwork together, illustrating the importance of academic support and accommodations for students living with lupus.

Personal Stories

These articles and information are available from the
Everything Lupus: Resource Hub.

Living with Lupus: Samantha S.’s Story

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Living with Lupus: Magdalena S.’s Story

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Living with Lupus: Shabnam Jessa’s Story

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