Black History Month

Listen to a webinar by Ngozi Iroanyah about the first study on dementia in Black Communities in Canada

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CCNA is accelerating progress in dementia research

CCNA provides the infrastructure and support that facilitates collaboration amongst Canada’s dementia researchers and clinicians.

What is CCNA’s mission

The Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging (CCNA) provides the infrastructure and support that facilitates collaboration amongst Canada’s top dementia researchers and clinicians. CCNA is the premier hub for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia research in Canada, and a global leader in research on all aspects of neurodegenerative diseases from prevention to treatment to improving the quality of life of those living with the disease.

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Read our news

This is where we share all news, milestones, people we celebrate, and CCNA projects and activities.

  • February 20, 2026

    Black History Month

  • January 30, 2026

    Search for CCNA Themes 1 and 3 Co-Leads

  • January 30, 2026

    New Brunswick launches dementia strategy

Partner organizations

More than a financial investment, CCNA’s Partner Organizations share the vision of leading in the prevention, treatment, and management of the neurodegenerative diseases of aging. CCNA is a Government of Canada initiative, also supported by several national, provincial and nonprofit organizations.

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Get the latest news

Keep up to date with the latest research developments at CCNA. Our “News” section provides information on studies, new developments and key findings in brain health research.