Their Story: Why They're Lacing Up

Monique Leblanc

Diabetes has deeply affected my family. I have had Type 1 diabetes since 1996, my sister was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes as an adult and I have other family members who have Type 2 Diabetes. I am also an RN and diabetes educator working with people on dialysis.

I want to bring attention to diabetes by putting a face to it. I want to help raise money for Diabetes Canada to continue the work being done and the support that is provided to health care providers and people living with diabetes. My goal is to host a successful and fun event that brings together people affected by diabetes so they feel supported and not alone.