“I am a Diabetes Champion because I believe with all my heart that a cure will be found for diabetes. I want to do everything I can to help raise awareness and money for diabetes research. Probably the most exciting thing that I have done for JDRF was this summer when I was picked to represent Canada and the Children’s Congress in Washington DC. I was so proud to be able to represent my country and be part of a delegation of kids from across the United States, (as well as 4 other International delegates). During our time there we were able to meet with President Obama, Canadian Ambassador Mike Williams and many Senators and Congressmen/women. As an ambassador for JDRF I have met with Prime Minister Stephen Harper twice and have have made many speeches and have been active in both the Walk for the Cure and most recently the Ride. I am committed to being a Diabetes Champion until the cure is found.”

Colton (Age 11) and Karen Schmidt

PS. in the picture, I’m the one on the right with the glasses!