EVENTS

Join peers, a Registered Nurse and a Registered Dietitian for chats and education on building knowledge, self-management skills, and support from each other on various topics related to your diabetes care. Topics include healthy eating, exercise, stress management, medication and more. Thursday Sept 14th, Oct 12th, Nov 9th and Dec 14th 2023 | 1:00pm to 2:30pm | Rm 205 Registration starts Wednesday September 6th at 9am. Call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

Diabetes Cooking Workshops are hands-on cooking classes which are offered to those living with prediabetes, type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Each workshop will be conducted by a Registered Dietitian, who is also a Certified Diabetes Educator. Fee $5.00 per class (please call if cost is a concern) On-The-Go Lunches and Snacks Choosing nutrient-rich snacks can help keep you full without causing your blood sugars to rise too high. Join us to learn, prepare, and enjoy grab-and-go bites for busy days. Friday Sept 15th 2023 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Fall Flavours As fall approaches, it’s nice to enjoy seasonal foods and spices. During our “Fall Flavours” cooking class, we will discuss and create flavourful recipes that feature fibre - a nutrient helpful for blood sugar control. Friday Oct 20th 2023 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Soups and Stews Warm up to November with a delicious bowl of soup or stew (or a little of both)! We’ll create some hearty and healthy recipes, and provide tips on how to lower sodium, increase fibre and pack your bowl full of nutrition! Friday Nov 17th 2023 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Diabetes Desserts Join us to prepare diabetes-friendly desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth around the holidays. Join us to cook and enjoy a variety of cultural treats. Friday Dec 15th 2023 | 9:30am to 12:00pm | Community Kitchen Registration starts Wednesday September 6th at 9am! Call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]

Have you been recently diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes? This workshop, now being offered virtually and in-person, includes a discussion of the basic facts about managing diabetes, healthy eating, and physical activity. Tuesday Oct 17th and Dec 19th 2023 | 5:30pm to 7:00pm | Via Zoom Registration starts Wednesday September 6th at 9am. Call 905-885-2626 ext 280 or email [email protected]