We are Breakthrough T1DTM
(Formerly JDRF )
In 2024, the organization previously known as JDRF Canada became Breakthrough T1D Canada!
We’re the same organization, with the same mission and determination to realize a world free from type 1 diabetes (T1D) – just with a new name and look that reflects what the T1D community needs now and next.
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You may be asking why we made this change
Since the founding of our organization more than 50 years ago, we, and the world of T1D have evolved. What was once diagnosed as “Juvenile Diabetes” is now diagnosed as type 1 diabetes and impacts children and adults alike.
Curing T1D is and always will be our north star. We will not stop until breakthroughs get us to a world free from T1D.
We are in a new era of breakthroughs – breakthroughs in T1D research, advocacy and support that will eliminate the remaining barriers to cures and help those living with T1D enjoy full, healthy lives today.We didn’t make this change lightly. We know many people have a passionate connection to our organization. Every decision we made was guided by data and insights from the T1D community.
The evolution of our organization; along with all the global affiliates of Breakthrough T1D, will better reflect the work we do, the diverse communities we serve and best meet the needs of those impacted by this disease.
Our purpose remains steadfast – as we drive toward curing T1D, we help to make every day better for the people who live with it. Our new name reflects where we already are – as an organization, as a T1D community, and in our overarching goal of finding cures for this chronic disease.
Our goal remains the same, funding the most promising research into cures for T1D, while improving lives today and getting us to a world free from type 1 diabetes.
We’re the 1s who support the T1D community
As the leading Canadian type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, we focus on what the T1D community needs now and next. We break barriers to help people better manage their disease and enjoy full, healthy lives. As we drive toward curing T1D, we help make every day better for the people who live with it.
These are just some of the ways we help drive breakthroughs, work to ensure the T1D community has access to life-saving devices and treatments, as well as provide necessary supports so those living with T1D never feel alone.
Research
Breakthrough T1D’s primary goals are to find cures for T1D and make life with T1D easier, safer and healthier through funding ground-breaking research.
Advocacy
Breakthrough T1D works to ensure that Canada’s decision-makers understand the impact of T1D and what actions need to be taken to improve the lives of those living with this disease.
Support
We’re here to help with a new T1D diagnosis, by providing resources to better navigate T1D and make personal connections via our community support programs.
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