Dr. Holly Witteman on the Importance of Patient-Oriented Research
This article, was originally released as part of the 100 Lives of Insulin project by the Insulin to Innovation Consortium. Visit their site to read more inspiring profiles of people who have been affected directly and indirectly by the discovery of insulin, and to learn about upcoming events. This article is reprinted with permission. Dr. […]
Join our Connect1d Canada Community Advisory Committee
Are you interested in supporting type 1 diabetes research in Canada? The Connect1d Canada Community Advisory Committee (CCAC) is looking for people from the diabetes community to be a part of the committee that supports our Connect1d Canada program. Connect1d Canada is a person-driven digital platform that enables those with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to […]
Bill to establish a national framework on diabetes passed unanimously in Parliament
The Private Member’s Bill put forward by Sonia Sidhu, MP, Brampton South, to establish a national framework on diabetes passed unanimously in Parliament yesterday. This is a major step forward in supporting the health of people with diabetes or at risk of type 2 diabetes across Canada. You can read the bill here: https://parl.ca/DocumentViewer/en/43-2/bill/C-237/third-reading Preamble: […]
Diabetes Canada 2021 Research Competition Now Open
Our partners at Diabetes Canada have just announced their 2021 research competition. Learn more below. Diabetes Canada’s 2021 research competition is now open for applicants! This year, Diabetes Canada will be awarding 15 End Diabetes:100 Awards. Each of the 15 awards commits a $100,000 operating grant annually for three years to support brilliant scientists […]
The 100th Anniversary of the Discovery of insulin: Celebrating its impact on our Lives
On April 14, 2021 Diabetes Action Canada partnered with the Banting & Best Diabetes Centre and the University of Toronto’s Department of Medicine to host a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the discovery of insulin. This event was designed entirely by a team of people living with or caring for someone with diabetes, and […]
Beyond Banting: From insulin to islet transplants, Canada’s ongoing contribution to diabetes research
The Diabetes Action Canada Training and Mentoring Group is pleased to invite you to a webinar – Beyond Banting: From insulin to islet transplants, Canada’s ongoing contribution to diabetes research Objectives: Raise awareness of the achievements Canadian diabetes researchers have made; Share stories about the research process that go beyond the data; Provide information on research […]
Celebrate the Discovery of Insulin with Us
*This article originally appeared on the BBDC website. It has been 100 years since the discovery of insulin, a seminal event in medical history that has saved the lives of millions of people around the world. It is an exceptional reason to celebrate, which is why the Banting & Best Diabetes Centre, Diabetes Action Canada, […]
Celebrate Insulin 100 with those whose lives have been affected
Share in an evening of storytelling and science in honour of this life-saving discovery On April 14, 2021 from 4:30 to 8:15 p.m. ET, the Banting & Best Diabetes Centre, Diabetes Action Canada, and the University of Toronto Department of Medicine will bring together a diverse group of speakers to share their stories about how […]