June 23, 2022, Toronto, ON – JDRF is thrilled to announce that the approximately 300,000 Canadians living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can now automatically qualify for the federal disability […]
Government of Canada Approves $30M Joint Funding for Type 1 Diabetes Research
June 16, 2022 – JDRF Canada celebrates the approval of a joint investment of $30M for the JDRF-CIHR Partnership to Defeat Diabetes. We thank the government for this significant investment […]
All Canadians with type 1 diabetes could soon access Federal Disability Tax Credit
Unanimous vote of members of the Standing Committee on Finance (FINA) brings equitable access to the Disability Tax Credit closer Thursday June 2, 2022, Toronto, ON – This week we […]
2022 Sun Life Walk to Cure Diabetes for JDRF returns in-person in over 30 communities across Canada
Thousands will Step Up to raise funds for type 1 diabetes research TORONTO, ON — June 1, 2022 – The Sun Life Walk to Cure Diabetes for JDRF is the […]
Prince Edward Island announces coverage for continuous glucose monitoring systems under the Diabetes Glucose Sensor Program
Toronto, ON – The provincial government of Prince Edward Island made a historic announcement today about providing better access to continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for people living with diabetes […]
JDRF Canada Sets Out to Make History Again
MEDIA RELEASE As Canada Marks 100th Anniversary of First Successful Injection of Insulin, JDRF Canada Sets Out to Make History Again Five Brave Canadian Volunteers Set to Live Atop a […]
In Memoriam
We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Andrew McKee, former President and CEO of JDRF Canada. Andrew began his journey with JDRF Canada as a Board member. His […]
Ontario announces coverage for continuous glucose monitoring systems under the Assistive Devices Program
Friday, March 4, 2022 Toronto, ON – Today, the Ontario government made an exciting announcement that will provide better access for Ontarians with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to continuous glucose […]
Helping the diabetes community in Ukraine
Please see this link to read the JDRF International statement on the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
JDRF in the United States joining partners to support new affordable insulin project with a focus on the US market.
March 3, 2022 – Statement by Dave Prowten, President and CEO, JDRF Canada JDRF has long supported both public and private sector initiatives to make insulin more affordable to ensure […]
Alberta announces new coverage for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems
Wednesday February 2, 2022 – JDRF Canada is excited to share that the Alberta government has announced that they will provide public coverage for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for […]
JDRF Canada’s First Centre of Excellence in Type 1 Diabetes Research Launches at the University of British Columbia
Toronto, ON — December 8, 2021 – JDRF Canada, the largest Canadian charitable funder of type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, and the UBC Faculty of Medicine are proud to announce the establishment of Canada’s first JDRF Centre of Excellence in T1D research at the University of […]