You can be an ICD Hero!
ICD’s empowering programs are supported by people just like you – inspired individuals who are passionate about providing opportunities for more type 1 diabetics to connect with peers and mentors across Canada, knowing first hand the lasting impact of our programs. Whether through hosting events, sharing your story, or creating online campaigns, every effort helps change lives for the better.
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.
Click to support Chris’s Canadian Ski Marathon Challenge or start your own campaign today!
As an I Challenge Diabetes Hero, fundraising is an opportunity to build deeper connections within the type 1 diabetes community. By raising funds, you’re not just supporting a cause. You’re uniting with others who understand the daily realities of living with diabetes.
Every dollar raised helps strengthen the network of people who share stories, offer support, and inspire each other through challenges and triumphs. It’s about creating a sense of belonging, where individuals and families can find solidarity and hope, knowing they’re part of a larger, compassionate community working together to improve lives and foster understanding.
By setting up a personal fundraising campaign, you are helping others access our programs and services regardless of their financial status. We will guide and support your fundraising, every step of the way.
- Share a Facebook Fundraiser with your contacts
- Set Up a Hero Page for yourself or an ICD Hero you know!
- Explore our Fundraising Resource Package
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