The final steps have been taken, the fundraising totals are nearly in, and another incredible Breakthrough T1D Walk season is in the books.
Throughout spring and early summer 2026, communities across Canada came together to raise funds, share experiences, and show what is possible when people unite behind a common cause. Whether participants walked in person, supported a team, volunteered, donated, or took part in a Walk Your Way event, every contribution helped move us closer to a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D).
More than a fundraiser
For many participants, the Walk is about something even bigger than fundraising. It’s about finding people who understand.
One participant shared:
“Thank you for this wonderful event. It was my first time with you. I haven’t felt this confident and at peace since I was diagnosed three years ago. Connecting with people like you is incredibly important—it reminds me that I’m not alone in this journey and that there is so much support available.“
Another told us:
“Seeing my daughter smile and meet other people and kids with T1D so that she knows she is not alone.“
Those moments are what make Breakthrough T1D Walk so special. Whether you were attending for the first time or returning as a long-time supporter, you helped create a welcoming community where no one has to face T1D alone.
A movement powered by community
This year’s Walk season brought together families, teams, volunteers, and supporters in communities across Canada. From first-time participants to dedicated fundraisers who have been walking for years, every person played a role in making this year’s campaign a success.
The energy at Walks across the country was unforgettable: team spirit, family fun, new friendships, inspiring stories, and countless reminders of the strength and resilience of the T1D community.
Most importantly, every step taken helps drive progress toward a world without T1D. Breakthrough T1D Walk supports life-changing research, advocacy efforts that improve access to care and technology, and programs that connect and support people living with T1D.
Thank you to our sponsors and partners
We are deeply grateful to the inspiring volunteers and Walk Ambassadors who contribute their expertise and lived experience to make Walk a success. Walk simply wouldn’t happen without you!
Thank you also to the national and local sponsors, corporate partners, healthcare partners, and community supporters whose generosity helped make this year’s Walk season possible.
Their commitment helps create meaningful Walk experiences for participants while advancing Breakthrough T1D’s mission to improve lives today and tomorrow through life-changing T1D breakthroughs.
Thank you for standing with the T1D community.
See you in 2027
If you’ve never attended a Breakthrough T1D Walk before, we invite you to join us for one of our eight Walks this September or next year. Click here to find a Walk near you! Whether you live with T1D, love someone who does, or simply want to make a difference, there’s a place for you in this community.
Because when we come together, we don’t just walk.
We create hope. We accelerate progress. We help make T1D a part of history.
Together, we Walk.
