The Association looks forward to discussing important next steps with the Government of Ontario and exploring timely alternative solutions to provide an effective, accessible and secure information system for people with diabetes and the healthcare providers who work with them.

There are a number of barriers that make it difficult for people living with diabetes who also have addictions or mental health issues to manage their disease. The Canadian Diabetes Association, in partnership with service agencies in Sudbury, Ontario, has received a grant from the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport to research this unique group.

Halifax resident Daxa Popat is a volunteer with a passion to learn, educate and become more involved with the Canadian Diabetes Association. Her willingness to meet new people and share the Association’s education resources have been great assets to the Nova Scotia region office. 

With funding from the Canadian Diabetes Association, Dr. Zia A. Khan was able to study stem cells to discover new information about why blood vessel damage happens in people with diabetes, and if there could be a way to stop or reverse that damage.

Team Diabetes alumni Ann Kask from British Columbia (on the right) and Lisa Cook from Alberta (on the left) have nine and five international events under their belts, respectively. Given their dedication, it’s not surprising they have crossed paths twice already (Easter Island in 2009 and in Rio in 2010) and will be doing so again in Vienna in 2013! Read on to learn what keeps them motivated and involved year after year! 

The Second Annual Flame of Hope Golf Tournament in the Greater Toronto Area raised over $80,000 for diabetes research to help people who live with diabetes or love someone who does.

Have you ever considered volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association but weren’t sure where to start? Finding current volunteer opportunities in your community is now easier than ever. Just enter your postal code into our online search tool to learn about current opportunities that suit your interests and time commitment.  Volunteers are an integral part of the Association and provide a vital service to the more than nine million Canadians living with diabetes and prediabetes. 

Thank you to all the supporters of Edmonton’s 14th Annual Flame of Hope Golf Tournament, which raised over $99,000!  Your support continues to help us fund innovative medical research, which will bring us closer to a cure for diabetes. 

As Canadians, we have become more and more dependent on our smart phones and mobile devices to manage our day-to-day activities – and diabetes is no exception.  With the new Diabetes GPS mobile application you can look up nutritional information for 500 foods and drinks, track your carbohydrates, and create your own grocery list using the Association’s healthy recipes. 

These yummy tarts are a nice little treat when you want something sweet.