June 8, 2026, Hamilton, Ontario — A newly released national report is calling for urgent, coordinated action to address chronic pain among women and women Veterans, outlining a roadmap for a pan-Canadian strategy to close critical gaps in research, care, and policy.The report stems from a national roundtable convened on April 13, 2026, by the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence for Canadian Veterans (CPCoE) and the Canadian Pain Society (CPS). It brings together the voices of leading researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and individuals with lived experience to lay the foundation for a comprehensive national strategy that would improve healthcare and support for women and women Veterans living with chronic pain.

GATINEAU, Quebec, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence for Canadian Veterans, in partnership with the Canadian Pain Society, hosted a first-of-its-kind national roundtable on April 13, 2026, focused on women’s chronic pain. The event convened more than 40 leading experts, researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates from across Canada to address the disproportionate impact of chronic pain on women and the persistent gaps in research, policy, and care.

Remembrance Day Statement From the Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence for Canadian Veterans On this Remembrance Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of all who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted Police. We remember those who gave their lives in service to our country and those who continue to live with the lasting impacts of their service.

Did you know that Veterans are 2–3 times more likely to experience chronic pain than the general population? For women Veterans, they experience a higher rate of approximately 50%. For many Veterans, living with pain is not just a medical condition — it is part of daily life. The military’s mission-before-self culture often leads Veterans to push through severe pain to complete tasks that support their families, teams, or communities. While this dedication is a source of strength, it can also shape how Veterans experience and manage chronic pain.