Commemorated since November 2007 as an official United Nation’s World Health Day – World Diabetes Day is marked every November 14 (the birthday of Dr. Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin).

Since inception, the Canadian Diabetes Association and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation have united efforts to celebrate World Diabetes Day in Canada. Together, this year, CDA, JDRF and founding sponsor Novo Nordisk Canada are marking the day by honouring and celebrating Diabetes Champions.

Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions around the world and here in Canada. By 2010, more than 3 million Canadians will live with diabetes. Globally, more than 285 million people are affected by diabetes and it is expected that 380 million will be affected by 2025.

Celebrate Diabetes Champions in your Community

Share your personal story as a Diabetes Champion and encourage other Diabetes Champions to do the same! Help us pay tribute to the millions of Diabetes Champions across Canada this November.