Low is a narrative film based on the lived experiences of people with diabetes who have been homeless. The film follows Bobby, a man struggling to manage his diabetes while experiencing homelessness; and Annika, an emergency shelter staff member caught in the chaos of the opioid crisis. The film is punctuated with anecdotes, insights and recommendations from a diabetes specialist and from people who have firsthand experience with this difficult situation.
Low is a powerful and realistic portrayal of the incredible challenges faced by those living with diabetes in the under-resourced emergency shelter environment. The story is informed by the research and lived experience of the Calgary Diabetes Advocacy Committee (CDAC), a group leading community-based research and advocacy projects to improve the experiences and outcomes of their peers.
Dr. David Campbell is an endocrinologist and an associate professor at the Cumming School of Medicine (University of Calgary). Alongside his clinical work, Dr. Campbell conducts health services research, including community-based participatory research, with the objective of improving diabetes care and outcomes for individuals who face various forms of social disadvantage.
As a long-standing member of Diabetes Action Canada, Dr. Campbell’s research aligns closely with our mission to address inequities in diabetes care. His commitment to understanding and reducing the barriers faced by underserved populations strengthens our national efforts in patient-oriented research. By bringing a health equity lens to both clinical practice and research, Dr. Campbell helps ensure that the solutions advanced through Diabetes Action Canada are inclusive, relevant, and impactful for those most affected by the burden of diabetes.
David J. T. Campbell
Join us for the premiere of Low Priority
Low Priority spotlights the resilience needed to navigate diabetes while experiencing homelessness. A sequel to the groundbreaking short film, Low, it delves deeper into how an overburdened healthcare system can create additional barriers for those navigating life-threatening health conditions while facing impossible odds. The film asks viewers to confront their assumptions about dignity, care, and humanity and to explore opportunities for change.
November 27, 2025 – 7:00 pm EST
John W. H. Bassett Theatre
255 Front St W,
Toronto, ON
M5V 2W6
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