Connect. Challenge. Explore.
Creating opportunities for people with type 1 diabetes of all ages to overcome challenges and find support.
The ORIGINAL ICD HERO! ICD’s founder Chris Jarvis is taking on the Canadian Ski Marathon for the first time since 2016 to raise funds and awareness for the type 1 diabetes community. An Olympic rower and longtime diabetes advocate, Chris is pushing his limits to support ICD programs that build confidence, connection, and real-world skills for people living with T1D.
This marathon is one of the most demanding Nordic ski events in North America, requiring months of preparation, physical resilience, and mental endurance. For Chris, the challenge mirrors the daily effort of living with type 1 diabetes, where adaptability, persistence, and strength are essential, highlighting the determination required both on the trail and in life with diabetes.
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Our Mission and Vision
I Challenge Diabetes aims to connect, empower and support people living with diabetes through mentorship and challenging programs.
Our vision is for T1Ds to have the skills, support, and courage to face challenge and discover new levels of what is possible for them. Together, we apply strategies to overcome obstacles and grow to take ownership for our health.
We focus on how to manage diabetes effectively in the midst of real life challenges and use active programs to bring strategies to life.
Our Reach
The below numbers are taken from events facilitated by members of ICD’s team since 2011. Because of the depth of resources put into making deeper impacts in many organizations like ours, a standard calculation called “participant days” is used to fully account for multi-day programs.
events run
unique Canadian cities served
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Under The Insulin Podcast – Season 3 is here!
We are so excited to share ICD’s Under the Insulin podcast with our friends and families. Season 3 has an incredible lineup of topics and guest interviews you won’t want to miss! Under the Insulin has been proudly put together & co-hosted by 4 of ICD’s dedicated Youth Council members, Julia, Maryna, Madison, and Emilee. Hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss an episode.
