A diagnosis of type 1 diabetes (T1D) changes the trajectory of an entire family. This was no different for the Turner Family when Alex was diagnosed at 14-years-old. The Turners […]
December 2021 marked the launch of the JDRF Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia (UBC). One year later, a team of over 40 researchers convened in person […]
This is the first therapeutic on the market that may help delay the onset of clinicaltype 1 diabetes November 17, 2022 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) weighed […]
One of Canada’s longest running and top fundraising events returned to in-person Rides in Montréal and Toronto, on October 6 and 13, 2022 respectively, along with virtual rides across the country. […]
A key tenet of JDRF’s research funding strategy is that there are multiple pathways to cures for type 1 diabetes (T1D), one of which includes screening for risk and use […]
Karoliina Tuomela is a postdoctoral researcher at the JDRF Centre of Excellence at the University of British Columbia, and the first recipient of a J. Andrew McKee Fellowship in Type […]
This blog contains content relating to early mortality due to Type 1 Diabetes, which may be confronting and distressing to some readers. Please exercise caution and care when engaging with […]
September 23, 2022 JDRF is deeply saddened by the loss of an incredible individual who made an unparalleled impact at JDRF, Peter Oliver. “Peter possessed a multitude of qualities that defined […]
The following is sponsored content developed in partnership with AMG Medical Low blood glucose—also known as hypoglycemia—can be one of the most challenging, stressful, and often scary parts of living […]
JDRF’s #AccessForAll advocacy campaign aims to make type 1 diabetes (T1D) technology affordable and accessible for all Canadians living with the disease. With support from the T1D community, JDRF seeks […]
JDRF Canada is thrilled to partner with Michael Smith Health Research BC to award type 1 diabetes (T1D) researcher Dr. Tricia Tang a Health Research BC Health Professional-Investigator (HP-I) award. […]
JDRF congratulates the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) on its recent mandate to provide islet transplantation for persons with T1D in Quebec. This designation by Quebec’s Ministry of Health and […]
