Become a Member 

Are you passionate about chronic pain prevention and high quality treatment? When you become a member, you support evidence-based research and education related to the prevention and reduction of pain, pain-related suffering, impairment and diability. 

CIRPD's membership brings together dedicated individuals with an interest in improving the quality of life for those living with pain. It is open to anyone who would like to keep up with the latest research in chronic pain and disability issues.

Member Benefits & Services

As a member, you can:

• Access the latest evidence-based research, publications and information related to our mission;
• Access to evidence-based resources on disability prevention and management;
• Access video clips and audio podcasts on health topics produced by CIRPD and other credible knowledge providers;
• Participate in committees: network and connect with peers, professionals, government policy-makers and consumers;

• Receive invitations to conferences, teleconferences and other educational programs geared to your needs at member rates (usually 10 – 25% off regular rates);

• Receive member discounts on a variety of products and services;
• Receive updates on grants and awards program through CIRPD’s Woodbridge Grants and Awards Program;
• Receive updates about external research funding opportunities and then access the results of the research funded;
• Information on the latest chronic pain news, trends, and articles;
• Participate in CIRPD's Annual General Meeting.

Membership Fees

Sign up by mail for Membership:
Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability
204-916 W Broadway Ave
Vancouver, BC V5Z 1K7  

* Membership fees are processed online in Canadian and US dollars.

CIRPD members have included:

• People with chronic pain and family members
• Orthopaedic surgeons
• Family physicians
• Osteopaths
• Physiotherapists
• Chiropractors
• Psychologists
• Occupational therapists
• Massage therapists
• Acupuncturists
• Human resource professionals
• Disability management professionals
• Insurance professionals
• Occupational health and safety officers
• Lawyers
• Academic researchers