Last year marked the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin – a Canadian life-saving achievement in world health. Research continues here in Canada for a cure for those living with diabetes.

I’ve been living with type 1 diabetes for 46 years. I am once again motivated to raise funds for such a great cause – Diabetes Canada. I am living proof that the research dollars invested in diabetes have made a huge difference to those living with diabetes. Advancements over the years have made it much easier to manage diabetes and medical research is in need of funding. 

Diabetes Canada plays a key role in funding research, advocating for access to care, and providing programs for children & their families for self-management. One in 3 Canadians have diabetes or pre-diabetes. More funding is need to curb this trend and support the growing number of Canadians requiring support to manage the disease.

I have taken up the challenge to help raise needed funds by walking 100k this September. 100% of the funds raised will go directly to Diabetes Canada as this is a virtual event.

No amount is too small.  If diabetes is a charity you support, please consider sponsoring me for this very worthwhile cause.

Thank you for cheering me on!