Breakthrough T1D Canada

Together we Walk to accelerate type 1 diabetes (T1D) breakthroughs

Help make every day better for the estimated 300,000 Canadians living with T1D, as we drive toward curing this disease.

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As we drive toward curing type 1 diabetes (T1D), we help to make every day better for the people who live with it.

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Learn more about the latest in T1D research and developments and the T1D community

June 23, 2025

Cell therapy first: transplanted islets working without immunosuppressives

June 19, 2025

Kendra Fisher: being open about the emotional challenges of caregiving for a child with type 1 diabetes

June 16, 2025

Accelerating Cures: Four New Grants from the Breakthrough T1D – SCN Partnership

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Our impact

$10

million to T1D research in Canada in 2024

~67

active research grants in Canada

∼12

active clinical trials in Canada

23

countries with active grants 

450+

active research grants globally

Latest news + events

T1D news, important advocacy updates, events and more.

May 29, 2025

Together we Walk at Breakthrough T1D Walk

May 22, 2025

Newfoundland and Labrador expands access to continuous glucose monitoring program

May 5, 2025

Health Canada approves Tzield – the first ever disease modifying therapy for type 1 diabetes

“My first question after my diagnosis was, “Can I still play hockey?” I was scared it might be off the table for me.

With Breakthrough T1D funded research, I’m incredibly hopeful for the future. That’s why Breakthrough T1D’s mission to advance T1D research is so important to me. I want to do whatever I can to make life better for Canadians with this disease.”

Max Domi, NHL Player, Breakthrough T1D Spokesperson
Diagnosed at age 12

“What if my child with T1D didn’t have to worry about health complications? It would be a life full of happiness and peace, without any fear.

Today is better than yesterday, and tomorrow will be better than today.”

Nisha and Rohan
Rohan, diagnosed at age 4