I CHALLENGE DIABETES
I Challenge Diabetes was founded by Chris Jarvis, a former Olympic rower who succeeded largely due to meeting another young T1D rower.
While Rowing Canada had many supports – coaches, medical, family and friends – success came down to the leadership and chemistry amongst the athletes. Together, Chris and fellow type 1 Heather Van der Geest took on overcoming health challenges related to competing in rowing with diabetes at the top of the world. They both ended up competing for team Canada in Athens Greece and played a critical role in the birth of ICD.
I Challenge Diabetes endeavours to provide a similar experience for others, where the challenges of diabetes are supported by a team with strong leadership to excel in any activity or scenario in life.
95% of our surveyed participants reported having experienced a positive or transformative impact from an ICD event. Join us as we delve into the inspiring stories and impressive outcomes that reflect our unwavering pursuit of excellence.
Our Empowerment Fund is a subsidy program designed to remove financial barriers. For those facing barriers, codes are provided on our registration pages, allowing users to choose the level of empowerment needed. Our participants pay what works for them.
Our team has years of lived experience, either as people living with type one diabetes themselves, or as close family members. The challenges of diabetes are real for them and that’s what keeps them committed to our cause.
Our blog amplifies T1D voices from across Canada, sharing new perspectives and finding common ground.
You have questions? We have answers! Wondering what program is right for you? Or why you should get involved with ICD?