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Join our Team…Volunteer Today!

The Canadian Diabetes Association is a world-class leader in the fight against diabetes.

We need your help to expand our reach and make an even bigger difference in the lives of the millions of Canadians who are living with diabetes.

To get involved, simply complete our online application form and the Volunteer Development Coordinator in your region will be in touch with you shortly.

The online application will take you approximately 10 minutes to complete.

In order to complete the application, you will need the following information:

• A valid email address
• The names and contact information for two references (preferably from supervisors, teachers, etc.)
• The name and contact information for your emergency contact

If you do not have an email address, please download our Volunteer Application Form and fax or mail it to your local office.

To find out more about volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association, please contact your local office, or to find the office closest to you call 1-800- BANTING.

Thanks to the hard work of our volunteers, Canadians affected by diabetes…

• Can attend a summer camp for kids with type 1 diabetes supported by volunteers, where they make new friends and learn to manage their condition more independently
• Are counselled by a physician or diabetes educator who has read the latest on care and management of diabetes in our Clinical Practice Guidelines (developed by a volunteer group of experts)
• Will learn about the seriousness of diabetes from a volunteer delivering a presentation on the disease or through our public awareness activities
• Can benefit from the work of Canadian diabetes researchers who are a step closer to finding a cure, thanks to Association volunteer fundraising for research grants

Here is what some of our volunteers have to say:

“I really enjoy the learning experience and interaction from volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association”. – Nelson, Vancouver BC

“I volunteer not only to help others who have diabetes, but because I enjoy it. The people I’ve met are wonderful and the social aspect is great”. – Amanda, Ottawa ON

“As a volunteer, I am increasing awareness about the management and prevention of diabetes in my community. I am helping my friends and
neighbours”. – Betty, Saskatoon SK

“As a person living with diabetes, I see a huge need to educate Canadians about this disease. Volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association gives me a satisfying and fun-filled opportunity to do precisely that”. – Ram, Mississauga ON

“Volunteering with the Canadian Diabetes Association has given me so much personally, and as a health care professional…far more than I have given back as a volunteer”.  – Morna, Winnipeg MB