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The difference a cure would make
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The difference a cure would make

For Sasha and her son Brayson, who both live with diabetes, a cure would be life-changing for them and others in their community.

By Denise Barnard August 28, 2025
D-Camps: Building resilience, confidence, and skills
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D-Camps: Building resilience, confidence, and skills

Living with diabetes does not hold Ellie Fraser back. A self-described go-getter from Toronto, Ontario, Ellie has a graduate degree in neuroscience, a thriving professional career, a busy roster of volunteer work, and a deep and active passion for outdoor adventures. She credits her life-changing experiences at Diabetes Canada’s D-Camps with developing her resilience and determination.

By Marlene Oliveira August 7, 2025
A cure for diabetes: a dream worth dreaming
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A cure for diabetes: a dream worth dreaming

Although diabetes runs in Sheryl’s family, it wasn’t until her son was diagnosed that she understood how important it was to give back.

By Sheryl Poirier May 1, 2025
Addressing diabetes stigma: Amy’s story
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Addressing diabetes stigma: Amy’s story

When you live with type 2 diabetes, you’re never off the clock. As soon as Amy wakes up each morning she tests her blood sugar and also checks her overnight levels.

By Shelley Sutherland March 18, 2024
Striking out the stigma
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Striking out the stigma

Young people living with diabetes still face an attitude of “shame and blame,” but many are standing up and speaking out.

By Anne Bokma October 27, 2023
Changing their lives forever
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Changing their lives forever

Their daughter’s diabetes diagnosis gave Bonnie and Terry Jackson a single-minded focus: helping to find a cure.

By Denise Barnard May 18, 2023