Community Activities
Fostering a sense of community and belonging is a key tenet of JDRF’s commitment to improving the lives of people affected by type 1 diabetes (T1D) today, while we diligently work towards cures. We are partnering with dedicated volunteer committees to organize local community activities for both adults and families affected by T1D. The type of activities will vary with each community, as they are hosted and run by these amazing volunteer groups. Please choose a province below to find community activities near you!
Alberta
Calgary
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Edmonton
Join us to enjoy the beach, waterslide, slip and slide, and more!
August 18, 2024 – 11:00 AM
Trestle Creek – Entwistle, AB
Parents must be in attendance and are responsible for supervising children.
Cost: Free. Limited tickets available, waiver required.
Refer to Facebook Group for booking details.
Sea Life Caverns – West Edmonton Mall
September 15, 2024 – 11:30 AM
1500 N Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Tour of Sea Life Caverns, visiting Behind the Scenes and feeding green sea turtles, a private reptile presentation, and a sea lion presentation. Limited availabity.
$25.00 Per Person
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
North Saskatchewan Family River Rafting
September 28, 2024 – 9:30 AM
Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park – 13221 Buena Vista Rd NW, Edmonton
North Saskatchewan Family River Rafting – Day Trip.
Cost: $100
Refer to Facebook Group for booking details.
Grande Prairie
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Red Deer
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Brooks
Picnic in the Park
August 17, 2024 – 10:30 AM
McKay Park – Brooks
Join us for a picnic in the park and meet other families living with T1D
Cost: Free
RSVP: connection@jdrf.ca
British Columbia
Lower Mainland
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes.
BC JDRF Community Engagement Group (Lower Mainland)
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Prince George
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Vernon
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Vernon and area T1 families Facebook Group
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Victoria
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes.
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Manitoba
Winnipeg
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Winnipeg CE Committee Facebook Group
New Brunswick
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Newfoundland and Labrador
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Nova Scotia
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Northwest Territories
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Nunuvut
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Ontario
Chatham
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Port Hope
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Brantford
Prince Edward Island
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Quebec
Montreal
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Saskatchewan
Lloydminster
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
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Regina
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Yukon
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No details are available for this province or territory