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05/28/2026

💙 Do you live with Type 1 Diabetes or know someone who does?

Researchers at the University of Alberta are looking for adults living with T1D to take part in a short survey to help improve diabetes care and research. The first section takes only 3–5 minutes to complete.

📋 Take the survey here:
https://redcap.ualberta.ca/surveys/?s=P4C3W3LEKNNWP9KK

📖 Learn more about the project:
[LinkedIn post by Peter Senior](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/peter-senior-10b0a1221_do-you-live-with-type-1-diabetes-wed-share 7463305060387610627-dCLQ/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

05/14/2026

🩷 Meet the gold standard of diabetes education!
The iconic Understanding Diabetes books (AKA the Pink Panther Books) are written by experts from the Barbara Davis Center and trusted by families, schools, and caregivers navigating T1D with confidence (and a little pink flair).
✨ Clear, practical, and packed with the latest in diabetes tech & treatment.
Learning about diabetes doesn’t have to be boring—get your copy today!
🛒 https://www.childrensdiabetesfoundation.org/t1d-resources/pink-panther-books

05/09/2026

Registration link 🔗 https://ow.ly/SlY250YW8fY

Join us for a free discussion exploring the impact of type 1 diabetes (T1D) on mental health.

🗓 Thursday, May 28, 2026
🕗 8:00 p.m. EDT
📍 Microsoft Teams (link shared after registration)

Presented by Dawn Davis, MSW, PSW and Zosia Anders, MSW, PSW, licensed psychotherapist and moderated by Breakthrough T1D.

There will also be the opportunity for a question-and-answer period, but please note that no individual mental healthcare concerns can be addressed.

Registration link 🔗 https://ow.ly/SlY250YW8fY

05/05/2026

What an incredible day! 💙

This was our 38th conference for families facing diabetes, and it was truly a special one.

We want to take a moment to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who made it possible.

To our generous donors and sponsors — your support made this event possible.
To our amazing vendors — thank you for sharing your products, knowledge, and energy.
To our inspiring speakers — thank you for sharing your expertise, experiences, and insights.
To our dedicated volunteers — your time, care, and hard work kept everything running smoothly.
To all our guests — we’re so grateful you joined us and helped make the day so meaningful.
And to the conference centre — thank you for providing such a wonderful space to bring our community together.

It was a day full of connection, learning, and inspiration — and we couldn’t have done it without all of you.

05/05/2026

05/02/2026

05/02/2026

Your voice matters! 💙 📢 Join the Breakthrough T1D Network for Canada and help accelerate progress toward life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent, and treat type 1 diabetes and its complications.

It takes just a few minutes to make an impact. Take action today 🔗
https://ow.ly/uV8E50YRLW0

05/01/2026

We’re excited to share that Abbott is the official Lunch Sponsor for the Kids ‘n’ Us Conference! 🍽️

Thanks to their generous support, our attendees will be able to take a break, connect with one another, and recharge during the day.

Be sure to visit Abbott in the exhibit hall, where they’ll be showcasing their newest innovation - FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus. The world’s smallest sensor, it lets you see your glucose levels in real time so you can make more confident choices and improve your A1C.

Abbott is a global leader in healthcare, dedicated to helping people live healthier lives through innovative technologies - including advancements in diabetes care that make a real difference every day.

We’re grateful to have Abbott as part of our community and for their commitment to supporting families living with diabetes.

https://www.freestyle.abbott/en-ca/products/freestyle-libre-3.html

📅 Date: May 2, 2026
📍 Location: Chateau Louis Conference Centre, Edmonton
💵 Price: $25/person
🎟 Tickets: https://kids-n-us.communibee.ca/2026-kids-n-us-families-facing-diabetes-conference

05/01/2026

🤝 2026 Community Partner Announcement

We’re excited to recognize WaltzingTheDragon.ca as a Community Partner for our upcoming conference.

Waltzing The Dragon is a trusted voice in the diabetes community, providing practical education, tools, and support for families living with type 1 diabetes. Their work helps caregivers feel more confident and informed in managing everyday challenges, which aligns closely with our mission to support and empower families.

We’re also pleased to highlight that Kim Buchanan and Alison Stone from Waltzing The Dragon will be joining us as our Keynote Speakers this year, presenting on “Staying Positive & Leaning on the T1D Community.” Their perspective, experience, and honest approach are sure to resonate with families and caregivers alike.

Through their partnership, we’re able to strengthen the sense of connection, learning, and support that makes this conference so meaningful.

Thank you to Waltzing The Dragon for being an important part of our community and helping make this event possible. 💙

📅 Date: May 2, 2026
📍 Location: Chateau Louis Conference Centre, Edmonton
💵 Price: $25/person
🎟 Tickets: https://kids-n-us.communibee.ca/2026-kids-n-us-families-facing-diabetes-conference