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
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes Bowling Meet Up
November 18, 2023 4 – 5:30 PM
Chinook Bowladrome – 6455 Macleod Trail, Calgary AB T2H 0K8
Join us for fun and bowling! Connect with other type 1 diabetics and their family members, to gain support from others, who understand the journey and challenges of life with type 1 diabetes.
$17.50 per bowler. Additional $4 for shoe rental at the venue. No cost for those who are not bowling.
Refer to Facebook Group to RSVP
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Edmonton
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Edmonton CE Committee Facebook Group
T1D Spandy Andy Dance Party
Oct 1, 2023 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM MDT
Location to be announced
Come meet other T1D families and be inspired by Spandy Andy’s positive vibe! All ages welcome, kids must be accompanied by an adult.
$30.00
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Sea Life Caverns – West Edmonton Mall
October 7, 2023 – 2 PM
8882 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4M2
Tour of Sea Life Caverns, visiting Behind the Scenes and feeding green sea turtles, a private reptile presentation, and a sea lion presentation.
Max 40 Participants
$15.00
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Amazone Playzone
Oct 14, 2023 10AM
3210 118 Avenue NW
Adventure zone, obstacle challenge, rock climbing, sky ride, and fishing zone.
Ages 1 – 3 $12.95
Ages 4 and up $18.50
No cost for adults.
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Royal Tyrell Museum
October 21, 2023 – 6:30 PM
1500 N Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Family and Friends – children must be ages 5+
Hands-on workshops, sleep alongside the fossils in Dinosaur Hall, and tour the galleries.
Evening activities, snacks, & next day tickets to galleries.
$50.00 Per Person
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Royal Tyrell Museum
November 4, 2023 – 6:30 PM
1500 N Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Family and Friends – children must be ages 5+
Hands-on workshops, sleep alongside the fossils in Dinosaur Hall, and tour the galleries.
Evening activities, snacks, & next day tickets to galleries.
$50.00 Per Person
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Lake Isle Alberta- Lakehouse Vacation Rental
November 10, 2023
Check-in 4 PM.
Lakehouse Vacation Rental- 1 Hour from Edmonton. Limited availability. Bringing T1D families together for the weekend.
Costs TBD: Accommodation, food, activity kits
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
T1D Family Meet Up – Board Games
November 25, 2023 – 12 PM
Tabletop Café – 5716 75 St NW, Edmonton
Great opportunity for parents and kids to make connections and support T1D community.
Join us for playing board games and meet some new friends.
Ages 12 & under $5 Ages 13 & up $10
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Jubilations Junior presents The Secret Life of Christmas Trolls
December 2, 2023 – 11 AM
8882 170 St NW #2061, Edmonton, AB T5T 3J7
Jubilations Dinner Theatre – West Edmonton Mall
Jubilations Junior presents The Secret Life of Christmas Trolls.
Refer to seating map on Facebook before booking.
Junior: $42.00
Adult: $45.00
Wibit Swim – Family Event (all ages)
February 3, 2024 – 2 PM
Grant MacEwan 10800 105 Ave NW, Building B
Ages 2 – 12 $6.00
Ages 13-17 $8.50
Adults $11.00
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Royal Tyrell Museum
April 20, 2024 – 6:30 PM
1500 N Dinosaur Trail, Drumheller, AB T0J 0Y0
Family and Friends – children must be ages 5+
Hands-on workshops, sleep alongside the fossils in Dinosaur Hall, and tour the galleries.
Evening activities, snacks, & next day tickets to galleries.
$50.00 Per Person
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
Grande Prairie
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Peace Country T1D’s Facebook Group
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Red Deer
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
T1D Spandy Andy Dance Party
Oct 1, 2023 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM MDT
Location to be announced
Come meet other T1D families and be inspired by Spandy Andy’s positive vibe! All ages welcome, kids must be accompanied by an adult.
$30.00
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.
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)
T1D Meet Up!
September 23, 2023 – 2 PM
Central Park – 3883 Imperial St, Burnaby, BC V5S 3R2
This is a casual gathering to meet up with other people in the lower mainland with a connection to type 1 diabetes. We plan to just hang out, chat with one another, and play some games.
No registration is required, but you are welcome to RSVP to the facebook event:
Prince George
A dedicated volunteer committee organizing local community events for families and individuals of all ages impacted by type 1 diabetes
Diabetes Technology Open House
Oct 23, 2023 – 4-6 PM
Central BC Foresty & Railway Museum – 850 River Road Prince George, BC V2L 5S8
Join us for an informal, trade-show style event where you can see the latest diabetes management technology and ask your questions directly to the device companies! Snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments will be available.
Eventbrite pre-registration is required.
Refer to Facebook Group for more details.:
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
Diabetes Education Fair
Nov 14, 2023 – 4-6 PM
Vernon Recreation Center – 3310 37th Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 2Y5
Join us for an interactive education session on carb counting, adjusting insulin, managing sick days, planning for travel and the affects of exercise. Also attending will be an accountant, medical device companies and JDRF! Kids can play in the kids zone with supervision.
FREE
Refer to Facebook Group for more details:
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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
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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
JDRF T1D Community Meet Up in Port Hope!
May 30, 2023 – 6:30 PM
Port Hope Public Library – 31 Queen St, Port Hope, ON L1A 2Y8
Please join us at the Port Hope Public Library on Tuesday, May 30th at 6:30PM to meet the type 1 diabetes community! We are hoping to bring together adults living with T1D to discuss any and all things diabetes related. This is an informal group, so please come with questions and conversation. If you are a parent or a grandparent of a child living with T1D we’d also love to have you join us! This event is generously hosted by JDRF volunteers.
Library parking lot spaces are reserved for library patrons only. Free municipal parking is available for program room attendees within close walking proximity to the Library. Free street parking is available after 6PM on weekdays as well as on Saturdays and Sundays. This program is not sponsored by the Port Hope Public Library and the Library takes no responsibility for its content.
Free
Prince Edward Island
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Quebec
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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
Back to School Meet Up!
September 10, 2023 – 1-3 PM
Candy Cane Park – 501 Wascana Dr, Regina, SK S4S 7L3
Back to School meet up for families! Come connect and have fun!
No registration is required, but you are welcome to RSVP to the facebook event
Type 1 Diabetes Bowling Meet Up
November 12, 2023 – 1 – 3 PM
Nortown Bowling Lanes – 6831 Rochdale Boulevard, Regina, SK S4X 2Z2
Join us for fun and bowling! Connect with other Type 1 Diabetics and their family members, to gain support from others, who understand the journey and challenges of life with Type 1 Diabetes.
$7.85 per person for 1.5 hours of bowling. There is no cost for those who are not bowling.
Please RSVP by November 8, 2023
Refer to Facebook Group to RSVP
Yukon
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No details are available for this province or territory