Community activities
Community and belonging is a key tenet of Breakthrough T1D’s commitment to improving the lives of people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) today, while we work towards cures. We partner with dedicated volunteer committees to organize local community activities for both adults and families affected by T1D. The type of activities vary by community, as they are hosted and run by amazing volunteer groups. Please choose a province below to find community activities near you.
Alberta
Calgary
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Edmonton
Join us to enjoy the beach, waterslide, slip and slide, and more!
August 18, 2024 – 11:00 AM
Trestle Creek – Entwistle, AB
Parents must be in attendance and are responsible for supervising children.
Cost: Free. Limited tickets available, waiver required.
Refer to Facebook Group for booking details.
Sea Life Caverns – West Edmonton Mall
September 15, 2024 – 11:30 AM
1500 N Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Tour of Sea Life Caverns, visiting Behind the Scenes and feeding green sea turtles, a private reptile presentation, and a sea lion presentation. Limited availabity.
$25.00 Per Person
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
North Saskatchewan Family River Rafting
September 28, 2024 – 9:30 AM
Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park – 13221 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton
North Saskatchewan Family River Rafting – Day Trip.
Cost: $100
Refer to Facebook Group for booking details.
Grande Prairie
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Red Deer
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Brooks
Picnic in the Park
August 17, 2024 – 10:30 AM
McKay Park – Brooks
Join us for a picnic in the park and meet other families living with T1D
Cost: Free
RSVP: connection@jdrf.ca
British Columbia
Lower Mainland
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes.
BC JDRF Community Engagement Group (Lower Mainland)
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Prince George
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Vernon
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Vernon and area T1 families Facebook Group
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Victoria
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes.
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Manitoba
Winnipeg
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Winnipeg CE Committee Facebook Group
New Brunswick
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Newfoundland and Labrador
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Nova Scotia
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Northwest Territories
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Nunuvut
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Ontario
Chatham
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Port Hope
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Brantford
Prince Edward Island
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Quebec
Montreal
Souper-Causerie Parlons DT1 Montréal
August 21, 2024 – 6:30 PM
La Cage (Rue des Jockeys, Montréal)
FRDJ vous invite à notre Souper-Causerie Parlons DT1 Montréal, le mercredi 21 aout, 2024 à 18h30 à La Cage (rue des Jockeys, Montréal)
Ce souper est ouvert aux adultes vivant avec le DT1 ainsi que les parents vivant avec ou touchés par le DT1 afin de créer de nouveaux liens et d’échanger avec vos paires.
Nouez des liens avec vos pairs qui partagent peut-être des expériences de vie ou des types de traitement similaires aux vôtres et qui comprennent les exigences en constante évolution de la vie des personnes vivant avec le diabète de type 1 ou de ceux et celles qui sont touchés par celui-ci.
Nous avons une limite de 12 personnes pour créer une atmosphère propice à la conversation. Veuillez réserver un billet uniquement si vous êtes sûr de pouvoir y assister. Chaque participant paiera son propre souper.
Métro Namur et beaucoup de stationnement.
JDRF invites you to our Montréal Talk T1D dinner on Wednesday, August 21st at 6:30pm at La Cage (Rue des Jockeys, Montréal)
This dinner is for adults living with type 1 diabetes or parents of a child with type 1 diabetes who would like to talk with and have dinner with others who understand your reality.
Grow relationships with your peers who may share similar life experiences or treatment types and understand the ever-changing demands of living with or being affected by type 1 diabetes.
We have a limit of 10 people to create an atmosphere that is conducive to conversation. Please only reserve a ticket if you are sure you can attend. Each participant will pay for their own dinner.
Namur Metro and lots of parking available.
Cost: Each person pays for their dinner
Saskatchewan
Lloydminster
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Regina
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Yukon
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No details are available for this province or territory