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Keeping our diabetes community healthy: COVID-19

By JenThe Log Book

More on COVID-19 and type 1 diabetes: Learn about being prepared with diabetes supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada Read experiences of people with type 1 diabetes in the pandemic 1 year later Connected in Motion’s vision is a community of healthy, active and educated people living with Type...

March 13, 2020

Diabetes & Tech Learnings from ATTD 2020: Omnipod

By Connected in MotionTech Update, The Log Book

In February, CIM travelled to Madrid, Spain to take part in the 2020 Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) conference. We took in as much as we could and shared through both Instagram and Twitter in real time, but, of course, there was way more that we wanted to...

March 11, 2020

Diabetes & Tech Learnings from ATTD 2020: Tandem

By Connected in MotionTech Update, The Log Book

In February, CIM travelled to Madrid, Spain to take part in the 2020 Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) conference. We took in as much as we could and shared through both Instagram and Twitter in real time, but, of course, there was way more that we wanted to...

March 7, 2020

Costs of Type 1 Diabetes in Canada: Part 1 – Overall Costs

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

Are you living with Type 1 diabetes in Ontario? If yes, chances are you’ve probably witnessed the shock when a stranger finds out that Insulin is not free. Perhaps you’ve heard: “But we have OHIP here! That means it’s free!” “But it’s listed on the formulary. Anything on there the...

March 2, 2020

Navigating Diabetes and Adventure with FreeStyle Libre: Catching Up with Amy Burrows

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

Managing our Type 1 diabetes can be daunting. Fortunately, innovative technology is becoming available, giving people living with diabetes more options to improve their lives! One such technology is Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre system, a sensor-based device which uses flash technology to monitor glucose levels. Here, we sit down with Amy...

January 21, 2020

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable – With Dexcom

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

“Are you Applying for the Adventure Team this year?”... “Where is it again? It’s in Banff or something isn’t it?”... “Dude… It starts in the Yukon and then you go to Alaska and then Hike to BC before returning to the Yukon”... “...oh shit.” … If...

January 13, 2020

Welcome to Canada, Dexcom G6!

By Connected in MotionTech Update, The Log Book

Disclaimer: Please check out CIM’s Partners Page to learn more about the companies we work with. This post was delivered as part of an annual sponsorship package with our partner, but our partners do not review the content before publication and we strive to bring accurate and helpful information to the...

December 20, 2019

Fitness and Nutrition with Type 1 Diabetes – FFLCanada19

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

For the second year in a row, Connected in Motion partnered with the US nonprofit organization Children with Diabetes to bring their signature program and conference for people with Type 1 diabetes, Friends for Life, to Canada. This event marked Children with Diabetes’ 97th conference worldwide, and the CIM Team...

December 13, 2019

Type 1 Diabetes and Technology Presentations – FFLCanada19

By Connected in MotionTech Update, The Log Book

For the second year in a row, Connected in Motion partnered with the US nonprofit organization Children with Diabetes to bring their signature program and conference for people with Type 1 diabetes, Friends for Life, to Canada. This event marked Children with Diabetes’ 97th conference worldwide, and the CIM Team...

November 27, 2019

Type 1 Diabetes and Mental Health Presentations – FFLCanada19

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

For the second year in a row, Connected in Motion partnered with the US nonprofit organization Children with Diabetes to bring their signature program and conference for people with Type 1 diabetes, Friends for Life, to Canada. This event marked Children with Diabetes’ 97th conference worldwide, and the CIM Team...

November 21, 2019

Summer in Review: What it’s like to intern for Connected in Motion

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

This summer, Connected in Motion was fortunate to have three interns join our team! Here, they reflect on their summer experience working for CIM. Connected in Motion Intern Bios Sarah Gaughan Adventure Intern My name is Sarah, I'm 24 years old and I am from a small town Lakefield, Ontario....

September 24, 2019

The Embodiment of my Soul: Preparation for the Adventure Team Trek

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

At Connected in Motion, we value the opportunity to share the voices and experiences of members of our wonderful T1D community. We are thankful for people, like Paul, who take the time to share their thoughts and stories with us. Here, Paul shares is experience preparing for our upcoming Adventure...

July 25, 2019

Top 5 – The Best of Dexcom’s Clarity App

By Connected in MotionTech Update, The Log Book

Words by Tina Sartori Dexcom recently launched the Clarity app in Canada, which allows you to access many of the functions of the Clarity website, but in a much faster and easier way. When we heard that CIMer Tina Sartori had jumped right in to the app as soon as...

July 22, 2019

Community Review: New OneTouch Verio Reflect™ Meter

By JenTech Update, The Log Book

It’s sometimes easy to get sucked into the fast-paced world of diabetes tech. The team at Connected in Motion took a step back to realize that despite recent advancements in the world of Continuous Glucose Monitoring, closed-loop pumping, and DIY diabetes, the large majority of the Type 1 diabetes community...

June 24, 2019

New in Canada: Review of the T:Slim X2 Insulin Pump Canada

By JenThe Log Book

In October of 2018, Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc received Health Canada approval to begin selling their t:slim X2 pump. Tandem is the latest pump company to hit the streets with a product in Canada. You can read more about the t:slim x2 pump and its features, here. Now that there...

June 14, 2019

Review: The Medtronic 670G Insulin Pump

By JenTech Update, The Log Book

There are some new kids on the block when it comes to insulin pumping in Canada. Recently, Medtronic’s 670g hit the streets and we wanted to catch up with two community members who were giving it a go to find out what their experiences have been like! Thanks to Paul...

April 30, 2019

Review: The Athlete’s Guide to Diabetes by Dr. Sheri Colberg

By JenThe Log Book

One of the most recommended books in CIM’s library has always been the Diabetic Athletes Handbook. Recently, author, exercise physiologist, and fellow Type 1, Sheri R Colberg, PhD, FACSM, published an updated and equally excellent version of the book: The Athlete’s Guide to Diabetes (2019). We were able to get...

April 24, 2019

How to advocate for Dexcom insurance coverage in Canada

By JenThe Log Book

Following up on our previous Insurance Primer blog, we’re now getting detailed. This blog post walks you through Dexcom insurance specific resources available if your CGM device of choice is the Dexcom. If you have any of your own tips, suggestions, success stories, or challenges, share them in the comments...

March 26, 2019

The basics on private insurance coverage for diabetes supplies in Canada

By Connected in MotionThe Log Book

The CIM community is like an amazing source of information with experts across a diverse range of topics joining us at our events across the country. This year, we’re working to distill many of the tips and things we’ve learned into digestible chunks. Throughout the year, expect to see recaps...

March 4, 2019

Still an Animas Pumper in Canada? Know your options

By JenThe Log Book

It’s been over a year since Animas announced its exit from the Insulin Pump market and we wanted to provide an update about the options that are out there for those who have been holding on tight to their Pings and Vibes. If you have questions or something you’d like...

January 24, 2019

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