Your gifts at work

You’re Helping Researchers Like Dr. Joan Krepinsky

With your support, Dr. Joan Krepinsky at McMaster University is advancing research to develop new treatments that prevent kidney failure in people with diabetes. Her team is studying how blocking key protein interactions, particularly those involving GRP78, may slow or improve diabetic kidney disease.

“Diabetes Canada supporters provide critical funding to advance my team’s work in the lab. I’m excited to see how we can change the trajectory of diabetic kidney disease together.”

—Dr. Joan Krepinsky

To learn more about Dr. Krepinsky's research, click here.

You’re Helping People Like Anne Live Full Lives

Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11, Anne Bunda has faced decades of challenges, such as losing her driver’s license due to hypoglycemia.

Today, breakthroughs from research made possible by donors like you, including technologies like her insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor, have transformed her health and independence.

Thank you for helping move research forward for people like Anne.

To read more about Anne's story, please click here.

Learn more about the research your gift is working to support

Dive deep into the world of diabetes research by visiting our website. You can see a full list of currently funded researchers, as well as some of the incredible breakthroughs you’ve helped make possible so far.

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A Grandmother’s Legacy Of Hope

After a lifetime of managing type 1 diabetes, Sheila is investing in tomorrow’s breakthroughs by leaving a gift in her will.

“My dream is that my grandkids will grow up and never have to worry about diabetes because a cure has been found.” —Sheila McAvity

Click here to read more.

Learn more about leaving a legacy like Sheila by going to diabetes.ca/legacy

Or contact Kate Hicks by email (kate.hicks@diabetes.ca) or phone (1-416-408-5577)