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Type 1 diabetes introduces children, youth, and families to a new reality, one that can make some kids feel different from their friends. A diagnosis also brings with it a whole new set of skills to learn, including testing blood glucose (sugar) levels, priming needles for injection, and counting the daily intake of carbs. Many young people often find themselves being the only person at their school or in their community with diabetes and it can be challenging to accept a diagnosis.

D-Camps are medically supervised summer camps for kids living with type 1 diabetes that foster inclusion and create a sense of belonging for campers. The goal of D-Camps is to instill an atmosphere of inclusivity, where campers gain a new level of independence in managing their type 1 diabetes and feel empowered to continue using the healthy practices they learn. Diabetes Canada provides subsidies each year to ensure all children with type 1 diabetes can attend camp regardless of financial circumstances.

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Join us, for the 3rd annual Pump Couture Fashion Show and help us reach our goal of raising $250,000 to support sending 100 children and youth to Diabetes Canada’s D-Camps program. Enjoy the picturesque views of Lake Ontario during the outdoor cocktail reception where you can mix and mingle with friends, family, and colleagues. The Fashion Show, featuring emcee Dr. Alice Cheng, PhD, MBA, and co-emcee Gord Miller, TSN Sportscaster, will leave you inspired and cheering on the models who are living with diabetes as they bravely share their stories while wearing made in Canada Fashions from one of our featured Canadian designer’s Joseph Tassoni, unique fashion from David Dixon, and other amazing outfits!

Proceeds from the Pump Couture Fashion Show will send children from the Greater Toronto Area to Diabetes Canada's D-Camps, Camp Huronda, located on the shores of Lake Waseosa, in Ontario’s beautiful Muskoka area. It occupies 100 acres of land and includes gorgeous waterfront areas, a cool forest, and rugged hiking and mountain bike trails.

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