The Diabetes Link at the University of Toronto

It’s that time of the year again friends! Our club is hiring three new executive positions: VP Outreach, VP Finance, and VP Social Media Manager. Apply (link in bio) by September 9th 2024 and join our team! Please DM with any questions. 🫶

Happy (late) College Diabetes Week!!

A bit of a late post but we are so excited to have won the chapter event of the year (hosted with ) award from 🥳🥳

We thank you for all of your support in attending our events♥️

Meet our ‘Let’s Talk Diabetes’ event speakers!!

Joining us on Tuesday March 26th, Dr. Reichert and Dr. Spaic will be presenting their work surrounding type 1 and type 2 diabetes in addition to a Q&A section.

Join us virtually on Tuesday March 26th 2:30-3:30pm. We will be sharing the Zoom link closer to the date. See you then🙃

The Diabetes Link and Health and Disease Student Association (HDSA) are thrilled to announce a collaborative effort in presenting the Diabetes Research Seminar! Mark your calendars for Sunday, January 28th, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm as we delve into the latest breakthroughs in diabetes research. This insightful seminar will be conducted via Zoom, allowing you to connect with experts from the comfort of your home.

Join us as our two distinguished speakers share their knowledge and discuss groundbreaking research in the ever-evolving field of diabetes. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and stay informed about the latest advancements.

To secure your virtual seat, kindly sign up for the event using the link in our bio. Don’t miss out on this chance to participate in an engaging and informative session. We look forward to seeing you then!

Hi all and happy new year 🥳 Okay third times the charm. We will be having our first event of the year: coffee meet on Friday Jan 26th at Creeds Cafe 5pm.

Hope you have a lovely rest of your week ;)

HI FRIENDS! Please take a moment to fill out a survey about the development and design of a type 1 diabetes travel bag. Responses are completely anonymous and your will be very valuable for future diabetes bag designs. There is also an opportunity to participate in an in person or virtual section. Any questions can be directed to Avantika, a fellow UofT student :) here is the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4rmvVezZiySWVHV5JCJXHts_fxUtEQoZy6UM8A2o-R-fHQw/viewform (will also be in our bio)

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It’s 🩵🩵🩵World Diabetes Day🩵🩵🩵Our daily diabetes routines and management continues but today we celebrate all those living with diabetes (or have any connections to it) a little extra today. Type 1 Diabetes is a 24hr job that doesn’t quit but neither do we😉😉😉Give yourself an extra pat on the back today you rock! 🥰

Join us online on World Diabetes Day this November 14th 🩵🩵 presents their 3rd annual Don’t Sugar Coat It club conference. We will be discussing 42 things that impact our blood sugars.

Make sure to register (link in DHF’s bio as well) we hope to see you there 🥰

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtdu2trj0jGNeAPQ6XMyaGJ86E9S5AjvJC #/registration

Thank you to our friends at TCYOD and all our old + new diabuddies for a wonderful time at the ONE conference in San Diego 🥰☺️

Hello friends. The 2023-24 diabeteslinkuoft executive member applications are now open and there are 4 new positions available. If you want to be more closely involved with planning and hosting and diabetes-related events, getting more leadership experience, or to have some fun and meet new people, then consider taking a few minutes to fill out the form. Applications are due Sunday August 20th!

We look forward to reading your applications ✌️

Diabestie reunion ✌️🤝♥️Our two lovely club cofounders Marley and Oria reunited in London ☺️

“It’s been 6 (stunning) years since we first met at the University of Toronto and cofounded the Canadian College Diabetes Network (now the Diabetes Link).

I love you to 1921 and back 😉

Swipe to see then to now - same shirt and all 💙💙💙”
(Repost from Oria James😙)

Thank you so much to those who joined us tonight🤗 So much fun 🤩

It’s coffee time diabuddies!!! Join us for a coffee meet this Thursday June 22nd at 6:30pm to hang out and have a fun time ☕️😍☕️

☀️SUMMER OPPORTUNITY☀️

Hello everyone! is hiring 6 new positions for summer interns. Work is remote and paying $18/hr. Deadline is coming up May 31st. This is a great opportunity so definitely check it out and apply. See their page for more info :)

Cupcakes + Jenga🧁🤍

A few more pics of our Dinner With Diabuddies event 😙

Our first ever T1D UTM meetup 🤩🤩
+ cute gift bags🙃

EVENT WITH COMING UP FOR VALENTINES DAY💕💗💕

We will be collaborating with DHF in their “Pump the Love” virtual event to chat about the importance of emotional and social support in diabetes management. ALSO…you have a chance to a gift card!!

Date: Sunday, Feb 12th 4-6pm

You can register for the event using the link in their bio. Hoping to see some diabetes link diabuddies there☺️

Thanks to all that came to the event last night :)

Lots of laughter, diabetes representation and fun 🤩

Oh look!! Found another Banting sign👀👀😉 This was the desk that Sir Frederick Banting used for many years in his office.

CDN/Diabeteslink club fair!🥰🤗🙃

MEET THE EXECS!!

And lastly we have Korey for VP Finance :)

Hey everyone, my name is Korey, and I’m a third-year student studying Psycholinguistics and Statistics at the Scarborough Campus here at UofT. I’ve had Type 1 Diabetes for 18 years, and I’m looking forward to getting involved in the community and meeting more fellow diabetics! Some of my hobbies include fencing and writing.

MEET THE EXECS!!

We have Marley for President :)

I'm Marley and I'm thrilled to be back as chapter president! I'm currently doing my masters in philosophy and bioethics at UofT. I have had T1D for 14 years and am so looking forward to spending my 15th year with more lovely people who have T1D too!

MEET THE EXECS!!

Muna for VP Membership :)

Hi my name is Muna! I’m a third year at uoft. I’m the Vp of membership. I’ve had T1D for 10 years now! During my spare time I love baking and learning to make different dishes! I also enjoy exploring outdoors and travelling!

MEET THE EXECS!!

I’m VP of Communications :)

Hi I’m Narges. I’m in my 2nd year studying psych and human bio and I’ve had diabetes for almost 8 years (diaversary coming up in Jan!) I’m already having way too much fun posting on the clubs social medias and I get a little too excited to create posters lol. But anyways I’m looking forward meeting you all and hanging out at events ;)

MEET THE EXECS!!

We’ve got Maneesha for VP Advocacy :)

Hi y'all! My name is Maneesha (they/she/he) and I've had diabetes for the past 14 years. I don't remember much of life before diabetes since I was so young, but it's been quite the learning curve. I attend UTM as a Psychology Specialist in my 4th year and am very passionate about writing, arts, advocacy (obviously), and learning from others! I'm so excited to be on the team this year and look forward to meeting everyone as the year goes by ♡

MEET THE EXECS!!

We have Maneesha for VP Advocacy :)

Hi y'all! My name is Maneesha (they/she/he) and I've had diabetes for the past 14 years. I don't remember much of life before diabetes since I was so young, but it's been quite the learning curve. I attend UTM as a Psychology Specialist in my 4th year and am very passionate about writing, arts, advocacy (obviously), and learning from others! I'm so excited to be on the team this year and look forward to meeting everyone as the year goes by ♡