ICD's Growing with Diabetes conference is a community-driven event focused on supporting children, teens, and families as they grow while living with diabetes. Rooted in ICD’s mission to build confidence and real-world skills for managing type 1 diabetes, the conference brings together families, healthcare professionals, peer mentors, advocates, and community partners for a day of meaningful learning and connection.

With dedicated children’s and teen programming, participants engage in age-appropriate, interactive sessions that emphasize independence, self-advocacy, and confidence in diabetes management. Alongside expert-led workshops and caregiver resources, the conference creates a supportive space where individuals and families can gain practical tools, connect with peers, and take steps toward thriving independently with diabetes.

Where: Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health, Victoria BC

When: Saturday Nov 14th, 9:30am - 3:30pm

Who: Open to youth, adults and families living with type 1 diabetes

Lunch and snacks will be provided. Please list any dietary restrictions and allergies we should be aware of upon registration.

About ICD

ICD is a leader in exercise and diabetes education, engaging thousands of people with type 1 diabetes through sports days, camps, and adventure programs. Our focus is on building real-world diabetes management skills through active, hands-on experiences.

Connecting with peers and diabetes mentors strengthens both physical and mental health - and that’s exactly what ICD events are designed to do.

We are grateful to partner with the Victoria General Hospital Pediatric Diabetes Team!

Thank you to our Conference Sponsors:

Speakers

Simeon King Cycle for Type 1

Simeon King is a type 1 diabetes advocate, athlete, and Leader/Mentor with I Challenge Diabetes. Diagnosed with T1D at age 11, Simeon discovered through his experiences with ICD that diabetes did not have to define what he could accomplish. A former collegiate athlete, he has embraced adventure, athletics, and leadership while helping others living with T1D recognize their own potential.

In 2025, Simeon founded Cycle for Type 1, embarking on a solo cross-Canada cycling journey from Vancouver to St. John’s. Over 80 days and more than 6,800 kilometres, he travelled across the country to raise awareness about the realities of living with T1D and raise funds for ICD. The campaign ultimately raised more than $112,000 and connected with more than 40,000 Canadians.

Through his advocacy, leadership, and connection with the T1D community, he continues to inspire others to challenge their own boundaries and pursue extraordinary goals.

Joelle Reynolds Registered Social Worker, Therapist, and the owner/operator of Connections in Bloom

Joelle offers individual counselling, play therapy, parent coaching and advocacy services to the children and families of the Fraser Valley.

Joelle's 13 year old son is a Type 1 Diabetic, and was diagnosed at 3.5 years of age. She has the utmost respect for children ands adults living with Type 1 Diabetes.

As an Autistic professional, her practice is naturally neuroaffirming and trauma informed. She strives to meet families and children where they are at, buildiing positive connections with children, youth, and families.

Chris Jarvis Founder & Executive Director of ICD

Chris Jarvis is the Founder and Executive Director of I Challenge Diabetes, a Canadian charity dedicated to empowering people living with type 1 diabetes through sport, adventure, education, and community.

Diagnosed as a teenager, Chris experienced firsthand the challenges of pursuing an active life with diabetes.

A former Olympic rower, Chris represented Canada at the 2004 Athens Olympics and went on to win gold at the 2007 Pan American Games. His experiences as an elite athlete, and the support he received from fellow athletes living with diabetes, inspired him to create I Challenge Diabetes in 2007.

Today, Chris uses his experience as an athlete, mentor, and advocate to help people with diabetes build confidence, develop practical skills, and challenge the belief that diabetes should limit what they can accomplish.

Location Information

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Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health
Address
2400 Arbutus Rd, Victoria, BC, V8N 1V7 CA
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