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Ontario Slipstream 2020: Hybrid Edition

September 25, 2020 - September 27, 2020

Pay what you can
Connect with Type 1s

Meet other T1s in your community both virtually and in real life!

Experiential Education

Learn real-world skills that you can put into practice in your daily life.

Bringing the Community to you

No need to travel! Programming will be happening online and in communities throughout Ontario.

Lasting Connections

Connect online and look forward to meeting face to face soon!

WHAT: Ontario Slipstream 2020: Hyrbid Edition
WHERE: Online via Zoom with meet-ups in Toronto, Guelph, Ottawa, London, Niagara, and Temagami.
WHEN: September 25-27, 2020
WHO: Adults (18+) with Type 1 diabetes
PRICE: Pay what you can structure

Connected In Motion invites you to join us for some community, connection and continuing education. Although we are not able to gather as a large group this fall, we are working hard to keep the Slipstream feeling going, providing a hybrid option for this year’s Ontario Slipstream event. 

Same great content, different venues! You can expect to connect, share, and brainstorm within small groups, and choose breakout sessions that best align with your own interests and goals. You’ll have the chance to join in on virtual group fitness sessions, hear from some amazing speakers, and have the option to connect face-to-face in smaller groups, based on Ontario region. More details coming soon!

Although we can’t meet at Camp Arowhon this time around, we hope that Ontario Slipstream 2020: Hybrid Edition will spark some new friendships, lasting connections, and maybe even introduce you to your next climbing, hiking or paddling partner!

*All individuals must register to participate. After registration, participants will receive a link to sign up for individual sessions.

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25

8:00pm – Virtual Welcome & Icebreaker Games

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26

9:00am – Morning Movement Activities
10:00am – Themed Cafe Drop-In
10:30am – Virtual Sessions # 1
12:00pm – Ideas & Innovations Lounge Sessions
1:30pm – Virtual Sessions # 2
3:00pm – Themed Cafe Drop-In
3:30pm – Virtual Sessions # 3
5:00pm – Themed Cafe Drop-In
7:00pm – 5 Minutes of Fame Social

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 27

9:00am – Morning Movement Activities
10:00am – Themed Cafe Drop-In
10:30am – Virtual Sessions # 4
12:00pm – Wrap Up & Debrief
1:30pm – Local Group Hikes & Virtual Yoga Class

SPEAKERS & GUIDES

Allison Mitchell

Guide - Guelph

Allison lives in Guelph, Ontario, Canada with her husband and two kids. Her world changed when she was diagnosed with T1D while in her mid-30s. In an effort to create a community and sense of belonging, Allison started T1D Guelph, which is a group for adults living with T1D that provides members with an opportunity to connect with, learn from, and share with each other. In 2017, Allison was part of Connected in Motion's adventure team that hiked 79 km over 6 days along the North Coast Trail on Vancouver Island, BC. Professionally, she has spent her career in human resources, recruitment, leading career exploration programming for youth, developing work-integrated learning opportunities for students, with a strong interest in preparing organizations and workers for the future of work.

Allison Mitchell


Guide – Guelph

Amy Burrows

Room Captain

Amy was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 1988, after a few months of being ill and a couple misdiagnoses (doctors tried to assure her mom it was just the flu)! She grew up going to Camp Huronda in the summer time from ages 8-20 where she met many of her closest friends, and made unbreakable bonds. She spends her days working in dentistry, and enjoying the outdoors. Amy adores anything in the outdoors, especially hiking and canoe tripping - often using her free time to guide and take personal trips!

Amy Burrows


Guide – Toronto

Anissa Gamble

Athlete, Scientist

Anissa Gamble is a professional hockey player, diabetes researcher, and a doctoral of dentistry surgery candidate. Throughout her hockey career she has played NCAA Division 1, CWHL for the Calgary Inferno and Toronto Furies, and now the Toronto PWHPA division. As a student-athlete, she obtained her BSc. from Robert Morris University majoring in Biology with a concentration in Pre-Med, and a minored in Chemistry. Her MSc in Experimental Surgery from the University of Alberta under the supervision of Dr. Shapiro, and is a current DDS student at Western University. Her research has covered islet cell transplantation, diabetes digital health therapeutics and implementation, and oral health. During her free time, you can find her outside camping and hiking the trails.

Anissa Gamble


Athlete, Scientist

Anna Brundage

BHSc(N)

Anna has gained recognition as a leading expert in diabetes education across Canada, with a focus on effective communication between healthcare professionals and persons living with type 1 diabetes. To this end, she has developed many innovative programs and teaching tools specific to this condition. She has managed several Diabetes Education Centres in Toronto hospitals, and has helped thousands of clients initiate insulin pump therapy. Anna has delivered hundreds of workshops to both healthcare professionals and clients across Canada. Having lived with type 1 diabetes for nearly 60 years, she is an ideal position to support persons with diabetes in the self-management of their condition in order to improve their quality of life.

Anna Brundage


BHSc(N)

Dr Arno K. Kumagai

@butfirstinsulin

Dr. Arno Kumagai is a full professor at the University of Toronto and Vice-Chair, Education, in the Department of Medicine. He also holds the F.M. Hill Chair in Humanism Education from Women’s College Hospital and the University of Toronto. Dr. Kumagai received his BA in comparative literature from U.C. Berkeley and his MD from UCLA School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine and an endocrine fellowship and postdoc at UCLA. Dr. Kumagai came to the University of Toronto from the University of Michigan Medical School where he was on faculty since 1996. An endocrinologist with expertise in the intensive management of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Dr. Kumagai is an internationally recognized educational scholar. After a career in bench research, Dr. Kumagai remarkably shifted his research interests from looking into the molecular mechanisms of diabetic complications to medical education. Arno is married to another endocrinologist, Eleni Dimaraki, and they have a somewhat rambunctious son, Apollo.

Dr Arno K. Kumagai


Professor of Medicine, F.M. Hill Chair in Humanism Education University of Toronto.

Dr Ben Szirth

Director of Applied Vision Research Laboratory at the New Jersey Medical School

Dr. Szirth is the Director of Applied Vision Research Laboratory at the New Jersey Medical School. Born in Montreal, Canada, he left for the University of Southern California; Children’s Hospital Los Angeles in 1980. He has published over 75 peer review papers in the area of eye health in English, Japanese, Spanish and French. Along with his medical students, Ben has run the retinal screening program at Friends for Life, Orlando, Florida for the past 16 years.

Dr Ben Szirth


Director of Applied Vision Research Laboratory at the New Jersey Medical School

Bridget Wood

RD, LD

Bridget Wood, RD, LD is a registered dietitian nutritionist and T1D for 11 years. She currently works in outpatient diabetes education and helps clients virtually to manage their diabetes and relationship with food.

Bridget Wood


RD, LD

Carlo Capaldi

Athlete

Carlo Capaldi has lived with type 1 diabetes since 1988. He is a father of two, elementary school teacher as well as an avid cyclist and competes in Ontario Cycling Association series races. Carlo wears the Medtronic MiniMed 670G system with automode and holds great experience in using the system while living an active and busy lifestyle!

Carlo Capaldi


Athlete

Christopher Angell

Product Manager, Commercial Marketing, Tandem Diabetes Care

Christopher Angell is a person living with diabetes and a member of the Commercial Marketing team at Tandem Diabetes Care. In his work at Tandem, Chris focuses on designing resources to improve the experience of our customers and more effectively communicate the unique value that Tandem brings to people living with diabetes. Chris lives in San Diego, California with his wife and 6-yr old twin girls.

Christopher Angell


Product Manager, Commercial Marketing, Tandem Diabetes Care

Cleona Tsang

Digital & Brand Marketer. Diabetes Advocate. PIIT28® Trainer.

Cleona is a project manager and digital marketer currently based in Toronto, Canada. She was diagnosed with T1D in 2015 while in university and found that being a new T1D was a lonely and isolating experience when away from home (which is why she's so happy to have found CiM!). A lifelong fitness enthusiast, she discovered her passion for helping people live more active lives through group fitness instruction. Today, she is a PIIT28 certified instructor and leads weekly Instagram Live classes on her fitness account @oknowsquat. She rarely likes to admit to weaknesses, but will reliably yield to a good taco washed down with a cold margarita, and is always open to taco establishment recommendations in Toronto.

Cleona Tsang


Digital & Brand Marketer. Diabetes Advocate. PIIT28® Trainer.

Connie Wong

Senior Reimbursement Consultant, Diabetes Value Based Healthcare & Reimbursement

Connie Wong


Senior Reimbursement Consultant, Diabetes Value Based Healthcare & Reimbursement

Danna Zylka

Sr Manager, Regulatory Affairs, Omnipod

Danna Zylka


Sr Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Heather Worboys

Tandem Diabetes Care

Heather Worboys


Tandem Diabetes Care

Kelsey MacKinnon

Guide - Temagami

Kelsey is an adventurous spirit that can most often be found hiking with her pup or enjoying the endless outdoor activities of Northern Ontario. She was born in Cambridge, Ontario and was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in 2004 at the age of 15. Kelsey has always been determined that Type 1 will not hold her back, bringing it with her from the sand dunes of Morocco to the glaciers of Iceland. After completing her Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition and Dietetic Internship at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, Kelsey moved north to Kirkland Lake Ontario to pursue her passion of providing positive diabetes education to remote communities. Working as a Registered Dietitian at Camp Huronda, Kelsey discovered the magic of connecting with a community of like-minded Type 1’s, which led her to attend CIM’s Summer Slipstream 2017. Kelsey is grateful for the opportunities Type 1 diabetes has given her, and looks forward to tearing up the Chilkoot Pass and continuing to be a positive ambassador for the Type 1 community.

Kelsey MacKinnon


Guide – Temagami

Lala Jackson

Senior Project Manager, Beyond Type 1

Lala swore to never work in the Type 1 diabetes space for fear of making diabetes more than 100% of her life (having been diagnosed at age 10), then ended up doing it anyway. Making an impact in the lives of fellow people with Type 1 diabetes mattered too much to stay away. A strategic communications professional for the past decade working across non- and for-profit organizations, she worked for JDRF for four years before joining the Beyond Type 1 team. Her role includes helping foster and cultivate the JDRF – Beyond Type 1 Alliance. A bit of a nomad, she grew up primarily bouncing between Hawaii and Washington state and graduated from the University of Miami in Florida with a communications degree focused in advertising. She is a published non-fiction author who is currently trying to teach herself how to write fiction. You can usually find her reading, preferably on a beach.

Lala Jackson


Senior Project Manager, Beyond Type 1

Lauren Linklater

Manager, Camp Huronda

Lauren Linklater - After being diagnosed at the age of 5, Lauren started attended Camp Huronda in 2000. She attended Huronda every summer and went on to be a Junior Counsellor, Counsellor, Counselling Director, Assistant Director, Director, into her current role as Manager. Lauren has spent many years working with D-Camps and various camps and youth programs geared towards the type 1 community.

Lauren Linklater


Manager, Camp Huronda

Lorraine Anderson

RD, CDE

Lorraine Anderson, RD, CDE, is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. She has had the privilege of presenting workshops across Canada to both health care professionals and families who live with type 1 diabetes. When not at work, she is a busy mom and stepmom to six young adults and two golden retrievers. Lorraine can be found at a dog park, on a hiking trail, tennis court, golf course or ski hill. She have lived with diabetes for over 30 years and understands firsthand the ups and downs of daily life with diabetes.

Lorraine Anderson


RD, CDE

Maggie Crawford

Data Scientist

Maggie Crawford loves playing in the mountains and in the ocean from sunup til sundown. Maggie has type 1 diabetes, and pursued a masters and PhD in Public Health after her diabetes diagnosis to better understand how she could help people manage diabetes. Maggie is now a data scientist at Dexcom, where she performs research related to glucose levels and health behaviors.

Maggie Crawford


PhD, Data Scientist, Dexcom

Dr Mark Heyman

Diabetes Psychologist, CDE

Dr. Mark Heyman is a diabetes psychologist, Certified Diabetes Educator and the Director of the Center for Diabetes and Mental Health (CDMH). Mark provides education and evidence-based clinical treatment to people with diabetes, cutting-edge training to health care providers, and innovative program development and strategic consulting services to the diabetes business community. Mark received his PhD in Clinical Psychology from The George Washington University and completed his psychology internship at the UCSD School of Medicine. He holds an appointment as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at UCSD. Mark lives in San Diego with his wife Gayle and daughter Hannah. He loves cooking, cocktails and spending time at the beach. Mark has been living with type 1 diabetes since 1999.

Dr Mark Heyman


Diabetes Psychologist, CDE

Michelle Leader

CPA, CA

Michelle Leader, CPA, CA, is a Chartered Professional Accountant. She was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 11, and didn’t have much connection to the diabetes community other than her trip to the pediatric clinic every few months. In 2008, she saw Chloe Vance present at a clinic information session about an idea she had after cycling around New Zealand with a group of adults with type 1 diabetes . From that chance meeting, she attended the very first Connected in Motion Slipstream and has attended many events since. When not working, Michelle enjoys playing tennis, travelling, and hanging out on the dock at the cottage.

Michelle Leader


CPA, CA

Michelle Lord

PhD

Michelle Lord, PhD, is 30 years old and lives in Toronto Canada, where she works in Science & Regulatory at a marketing agency. She has been living with type 1 diabetes since she was 12 years old and is currently using the t:slim X2 insulin pump and Dexcom G6 continuous glucose monitor. Michelle is very involved in the diabetes online community, and regularly posts videos on her type 1 diabetes lifestyle YouTube channel. In her spare time, Michelle loves taking ballet classes, travelling to new places, and spending time with family, friends, and her husband Raffi.

Michelle Lord


PhD – Dexcom Ideas & Innovations Lounge

Natalia Stanichevsky

RN, CDE

Natalia Stanichevsky is a Registered Nurse and Certified Diabetes Educator living with type 1 diabetes for over 18 years. After working as a nurse at Camp Huronda and an adult diabetes clinic, she developed a passion for patient education, particularly self-management education and self-advocacy. She currently lives in Toronto with her partner and two huskies. In her spare time you can find Natalia walking her dogs, cooking and crafting.

Natalia Stanichevsky


RN, CDE

Qiana Drew

Advocate

Qiana Drew spent her youth listening to R&B and Pop music and decided early on that she wanted to be a recording artist. She became a singer/ actress who has worked with the likes of Missy Elliot, L.A. Reid, and has even made it on to the American Idol Hollywood stage. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the beginning of her entertainment career, there was no way anything would get in the way of her success until the secret she held on to for 10 years started to wreak havoc on her body. It was an eating disorder that made it impossible to put the importance of diabetes management above all else. Upon Qiana’s recovery from Diabulimia, she was inspired to go back to college to pursue a degree in Nutrition for Wellness and founded the Diabetes support non-profit organization “The Anchor Holds.” Today, Qiana is dedicated to bringing about change within the healthcare system as a DSME Peer Support Specialist.

Qiana Drew


Advocate

Reba Redmond

Blogger, Speaker, Artist

A passionate creative type, Rebecca brings attention to living with mental illness and Type 1 Diabetes through her writing and art. Her desire to raise awareness and erase stigma finds her advocating for those with anxiety disorders on a global scale, as she strives to change perceptions of what is "normal," while her family connection to Dr. Frederick Banting drives her advocacy in the T1D community.

Reba Redmond


Blogger, Speaker, Artist

Rebecca Fitzgerald

Room Captain

Rebecca was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in 1990 when she was 8 years old, she is a CIM Ambassador and 2019 Adventure Team alumni who loves volunteering at CIM events. Rebecca lives in Ottawa with her husband and daughter‎ and spends most of their free time together cross country skiing, cycling, going to see live music and watching the Toronto Blue Jays play!

Rebecca Fitzgerald


Guide – Ottawa

Sarah MacLeod

Yoga Instructor

Sarah MacLeod was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2005. For many years she struggled with her diabetes management and mental health. In 2011, she discovered the power of peer support when she found the diabetes online community. Her own journey with depression, diabulimia, and diabetes complications inspired her to become a yoga teacher and reiki practitioner. Sarah is a certified integrative nutrition health coach specializing in the therapeutic use of cannabis. She leads an online group for women with type 1 that focuses on spiritual + mental wellness and enjoys connecting with others through astrology and tarot.

Sarah MacLeod


Yoga Instructor

Sarah Mann

Barre3 Instructor

Originally from Havertown, PA, Sarah now lives in Norwood, MA with her husband, Michael and 4 year old daughter, Beckett. For the past 2 years she has been a Barre3 instructor and through this has found a real home in her body in movement and community. Having lived with T1D for 8 years now, Sarah has a broader understanding of her body, its abilities and where she can seek to break new boundaries. Through teaching fitness classes, hiking with her family, exploring new places, or just waking up every morning life always has a way of keeping her on her toes no matter what. Coffee always helps!

Sarah Mann


Barre3 Instructor

Stephanie Brodie

Les Mills International Group Fitness Instructor

Stephanie believes that she became who she is today because of her Diabetes. During her 14 years of life-before-Diabetes, she was always involved in sports and outdoor adventure. After being diagnosed at 14, Steph used physical activity and healthy eating to control her blood sugars and to stay healthy, a passion which led to me becoming a fitness instructor. Along with this, came Steph's involvement in Connected In Motion. She attended her first event in 2011 and has met some of her best and closest friends - She even had the chance to star in a Dexcom commercials and ads in 2019 and become and official Dexcom Ambassador! Steph has also gotten the opportunity to become an Ambassador for CIM and to be a part of something awesome! In her free time, she is an avid beer enthusiast and spends any moment she can at her cottage.

Stephanie Brodie


Les Mills International Group Fitness Instructor

Sydney Fletcher

Yoga Instructor

Sydney Fletcher is a Certified Life Coach and Yoga Instructor dedicated to supporting others in knowing, loving and trusting themselves. Her yoga instruction brings together yoga philosophy, the traditions of astanga and iyengar yoga and the more modern approach of functional movement. While in Toronto she worked as teaching staff as a life coach and yoga instructor for both Octopus Garden Holistic Yoga Centre and Mosaic Yoga in Toronto and more recently with the team at Mocean Yoga and Nourish Wellness in Royston and Comox, BC respectively. She has led workshops, co-facilitated retreats and was on the panel of presenters for the 2020 Self Care Summit held in June. Sydney is known for her welcoming, curious and healing demeanour that has supported many in moving through the more tender and uncertain times in life. She aims to create a safe space for others to explore and gain ownership of their bodies, thoughts, feelings and aspirations.

Sydney Fletcher


Yoga Instructor

Tiana Cooks

Beyond Type 1

Tiana was diagnosed with T1D March of 2014. Shortly after being diagnosed, she attended her first T1D gala, since then she has loved dedicating her time to helping others with Type One. She has significant experience organizing camps, walks, and community events. You can always count her in for a workout or new adventures outside of the gym. Traveling and meeting new people are two guaranteed experiences that will bring a smile to her face.

Tiana Cooks


Beyond Type 1

Tina Sartori

Guide - London

Tina Sartori has been rocking the world living with type 1 diabetes for 25 years. Her connection to the T1 community started at Camp Huronda, where she worked for 17 summers, the final few as the Assistant Director. She is the Executive Director at Montessori Academy of London, Ontario, where she tries to get on every outdoor field trip as possible, and lives in the city with her husband Kary and nine-year-old son. Together they share a passion for fishing and baseball.

Tina Sartori


Guide – London

Will Bell

Guide - Niagara

Will Bell, also known as Chef Will because of his love for creating fun, easy meals at home, was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 7. He spent his summers at Camp Huronda, a diabetes camp for kids with diabetes in Huntsville, Ontario, from the ages of 8 to 16. Will loves to go on road trips and adventure in the outdoors as often as possible, and especially loves staying active on his mountain bike. Will grew up in St Catharines, Ontario where he currently works as a Recreation Coordinator and is working towards his honours degree in Community Recreation at Brock University. He is a huge Buffalo Bills fan and loves diet coke.

Will Bell


Guide – Niagara

SESSION TYPES

Webinars & Presentations

Sit back and relax. In a traditional webinar session, the speaker will share their slides, you’ll see their face, but you’ll be muted with no video. You can participate in session polls, Q&A, and feel free to chat with other participants. In a presentation session, you’ll have the option to turn on your video at the end of the session for a live Q&A and discussion with the speaker.

Workshops

These sessions will feature a smaller participant to presenter ratio. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with presenter and one-another through both video and chat. There will be a limit on the number of individuals who can sign up for these sessions.

Breakouts

These sessions will be facilitated discussions with your peers. You’ll have the chance to connect via video with one another in small (10-20 person) groups, share your experiences, and tackle themed topics.

Activities

We love hands-on learning! In these sessions, you’ll likely be up, moving and putting lessons into practice. Consider taking part in a group yoga class, learning to perfect knots for your next camping trip, or getting creative with an art lesson.

In-Person Session

Check to see if there is a local hike going on in your area! These small group gatherings will be physically distanced, happen outside in the fresh air, and will follow the latest public health guidelines.

SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

Check back often as we update and add session descriptions.

8:00pm EST

OFFICIAL WELCOME, KICK-OFF & ICE BREAKERS

8:00 – 8:45 PM

Join us as we officially kick off our Virtual Slipstream. Join us for some online ice breakers to get to know the community, to learn about who we’ll be sharing breakout rooms with on Saturday/Sunday, and learn the ins and outs of zoom.

SLIPSTREAM GAMES NIGHT

8:45 – 9:30 PM

Get ready for some diabetes-themed games and friendly competition! More details coming soon!

9:00am EST

MORNING ACTIVITY SESSIONS

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST

Get up and get moving! Start your day off by joining one of our T1 fitness instructors with a class to get your blood flowing.

Sarah MacLeod

Yoga Instructor

Gentle Morning Yoga Class

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST

All levels and all abilities are welcome to join for some gentle morning movement to wake up the body and mind. Come tune into your breath, find a sense of self-awareness and relaxation as we flow through some basic yoga postures.

ACTIVITYACTIVITY STREAM

Cleona Tsang

Digital & Brand Marketer. Diabetes Advocate. PIIT28® Trainer.

Pilates Intense Interval Training

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST

Welcome to PIIT28! This super fun, fast-paced cardio-pilates-cardio-pilates format workout is a great way to kick off your day. Think of it as pilates moves interwoven between some heart-rate raising bodyweight cardio moves such as high-knees, jumping jacks, and burpees. All fitness levels are welcome as modifications are provided to keep everyone moving and engaged (read: low-impact, no jumping alternatives). We’ll start with a warmup, get right into the workout, and then end with a core burnout and cool down. All you’ll need is a mat, shoes, and plenty of water!

ACTIVITYACTIVITY STREAM

10:00am EST

MORNING COFFEE & DROP-INS

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST

Grab your coffee, get your computer or smart phone set up, and get ready for a day of connecting, learning, and moving! Choose your own adventure-style. Each Drop-In period will have a themed session in Collip’s Cup Cafe, and a general Drop-in in Banting’s Brew Cafe.

Lauren Linklater

Manager, Camp Huronda

Camp Huronda Alumni Drop-In

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST

Are you a Camp Huronda Alumni? If you grew up spending your summers on the shores of Lake Waseosa, this drop-in is just for you! Swing by, say hello to some fellow alumni, and take part in a relaxed chat. 

10:30am EST

SESSIONS

10:30 AM – 11:45 PM EST

Check out the sessions below and choose one that speaks to you. Pre-registration will be required to help us on the back-end. Workshops and Breakouts will be capped at 20 participants. Once all the slots are full, the session will be marked as FULL. Registered participants will receive the sign-up link. To register, click here

Natalia Stanichevsky

RN, CDE

Diabetes and Employment Rights

Understanding and navigating employee rights and accommodations in Ontario. Join Natalia Stanichevsky as she tells her personal story and provides information about the employment system in Ontario.

PRESENTATION & CONVERSATIONSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

Anissa Gamble

Unique factors to consider when exercising with T1D

Unique factors to consider when exercising with T1D Join Anissa Gamble, a professional hockey player and T1 researcher, to help you understand different and unique elements to consider to keep your blood glucose level in target range during and after exercise. This workshop will overview scientific factors that can influence your blood glucose variability and how the time of day, stress, and post-workout nutrition plays a role in BG management. Grab your notebook and get excited about this workshop

WORKSHOPEXERCISE & ADVENTURE STREAM

Dr Arno K. Kumagai

Professor of Medicine, UofT

The Next Generation: Training the Future Endocrinologists of Ontario

Bring your questions and experiences to this important conversation to help shape the future of diabetes healthcare. Learn about Dr. Arno Kumagi perspective and how he is training the next generation of endocrinologists in Ontario.

WORKSHOPSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

12:00pm EST

IDEAS & INNOVATIONS LOUNGE

12:00 – 2:00 PM EST

Join us in the Ideas & Innovations lounge to learn more about what CIM’s Summit Sponsors are working on, have the chance to interact directly with representatives these companies, and hear from some special guests that they’ve worked hard to bring together.

Check back for highlights and special guests that will be joining us in the lounge.

12:00pm EST

Michelle Lord

PhD, Dexcom Warrior, YouTuber

Setting up for Success with Virtual Appointments: A PWD point of view

Presented by: Dexcom Canada

Join Dexcom Warrior, YouTuber, and fellow T1D, Michelle Lord, as she walks through the experience of a Virtual Diabetes Appointment and provides tips and discussion about how to make this new world of diabetes education a success as a person living with Type 1 diabetes. Michelle Lord, PhD, is 30 years old and lives in Toronto Canada, where she works in Science & Regulatory at a marketing agency.

12:30pm EST

Carlo Capaldi

Athlete

Live Q&A with cyclist Carlo Capaldi

Presented by: Medtronic Canada

Pop in to meet fellow T1D and cyclist Carlo Capaldi to learn about what it’s like to be an athlete with T1D using a Hybrid Closed-Loop insulin pump system. Carlo, along with Kayla O’Connel and JD Ferrari from Medtronic Canada will be there to answer questions about the Medtronic 670G and connect with the community.

1:00pm EST

Heather Worboys

Tandem Diabetes Care

Company Corner with Tandem Diabetes Care

Presented by: Tandem Diabetes Care

Join us for a chance to discuss those things you wanted to know about Tandem Diabetes Care and the t:slim X2 insulin pump but didn’t know who to ask.

2:00pm EST

SESSIONS

2:00 PM – 3:15 PM EST

Check out the sessions below and choose one that speaks to you. Pre-registration will be required to help us on the back-end. Workshops and Breakouts will be capped at 20 participants. Once all the slots are full, the session will be marked as FULL. Registered participants will receive the sign-up link. To register, click here

Dr Mark Heyman

Men’s Mental Health Corner

Men living with T1D, this breakout is just for you! Connect with other male-identifying folx to talk about the (often) unique mental health challenges that men with T1D deal with and strategies for dealing with them. Get support from other men with T1D and grow your network. Come to this session ready to brainstorm ways that the diabetes community can create more space for discussion about men’s mental health.

BREAKOUTMENTAL HEALTH STREAM

Michelle Leader

CA, CPA

Ontario Diabetes Costs – Navigating the System

Do you live in Ontario? Join us for this special session focused on the resources and programs available specifically to Ontario residents with Type 1 diabetes. Find out more about the costs of living with Type 1 diabetes in Ontario, the financial aid programs available, and how to apply for these benefits.

WORKSHOPSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

Qiana Drew

A Diabulimia Story: Learnings, Insights, and a Path Forward

Join fellow T1D Qiana Drew for a frank and honest conversation about life with Diabulimia. Diagnosed with T1D just shy of her 21st birthday, Qiana spent 13 years facing the challenges of Diabulimia – many of those years before she even knew it had a name, nor that others struggled in the same ways. Learn about the risk factors for Diabulimia, how to recognize the signs, how to support those who are living with Diabulimia and tools to make a shift towards a happier and healthier life with T1D.

PRESENTATION & CONVERSATIONSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

10:00am EST

AFTERNOON COFFEE & DROP-INS

3:15 PM – 3:45 PM EST

Grab your coffee, get your computer or smart phone set up, and get ready for a day of connecting, learning, and moving! Choose your own adventure-style. Each Drop-In period will have a themed session in Collip’s Cup Cafe, and a general Drop-in in Banting’s Brew Cafe.

Ontario Slipstream Alumni

Ontario Slipstream Alumni

Ontario Slipstream Alumni Drop-In

3:15 PM – 3:45 PM EST

Are you an Ontario Slipstream Alumni? Whether you’re a multi-year veteran or popped in for a single appearance, join us at this Ontario Slipstream Alumni drop-in to see some familiar faces, catch up with the crew, and dream up your next adventure.

3:45pm EST

SESSIONS

3:45 PM – 5:00 PM EST

Check out the sessions below and choose one that speaks to you. Pre-registration will be required to help us on the back-end. Workshops and Breakouts will be capped at 20 participants. Once all the slots are full, the session will be marked as FULL. Registered participants will receive the sign-up link. To register, click here

Lorraine Anderson & Anna Brudage

Diabetes Q&A

Back by popular demand, join us for this interactive session and get your diabetes questions answered. Submit your question ahead of time and join us for answers!

PRESENTATION & CONVERSATIONSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

Tiana Cooks

Owning It: Confidence & T1D

Have you gained confidence through your diabetes diagnosis? Do you let your diabetes shine? Join Tiana Cooks, Beyond Type 1 Community Manager, to talk about the ways that embracing diabetes has changed her life. Share your stories, learn tips for gaining and maintaining confidence, and inspire one another to bring Type 1 diabetes into the light. 

WORKSHOPMENTAL HEALTH STREAM

Moderator: Kendra Dempsey

Outside of the Box: Career paths in the T1D industry

Join us for this panel discussion about the interesting and often outside-of-the-box paths to working in the T1D industry. Whether design engineering, copy editing, or business development is your thing, there are lots of ways to get involved in the diabetes industry that you may have never thought of!

WEBINAR PANELSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

7:00pm EST

T1D Five Minutes of Fame & SOCIAL

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Join us for an evening of storytelling and connecting. CIMs T1D Story Showcase will offer the chance for community members to share the lessons they’ve learned from a life with Type 1 diabetes. Check back soon for more information and to apply to present!

9:00am EST

MORNING ACTIVITY SESSIONS

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST

Get up and get moving! Start your day off by joining one of our T1 fitness instructors with a class to get your blood flowing.

Sarah Mann

Barre3 Workout

Barre3 is a fully body balanced workout combining strength training, cardio, and mindfulness. The Barre3 class will leave you feeling balanced in body and empowered from within. Join Instructor Sarah Mann in class welcoming to all levels with no experience necessary. A yoga mat is encouraged if on a harder surface and optional light handheld weights.

ActivityACTIVITY STREAM

Stephanie Brodie

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) Class

This workout uses your bodyweight only and can be tailored to many fitness levels but is for people who are currently active. You can work as hard as you want to or is appropriate.

ActivityACTIVITY STREAM

10:00am EST

MORNING COFFEE & DROP-INS

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM EST

Grab your coffee, get your computer or smart phone set up, and get ready for a day of connecting, learning, and moving! Choose your own adventure-style. Each Drop-In period will have a themed session in Collip’s Cup Cafe, and a general Drop-in in Banting’s Brew Cafe.

Rebecca Redmond

Depression & Anxiety Drop-in

Do you live with Diabetes & Depression or Diabetes & Anxiety? Join us for this casual chat and connect with others who ‘get it’.

10:30am EST

SESSIONS

10:30 AM – 11:45 AM EST

Check out the sessions below and choose one that speaks to you. Pre-registration will be required to help us on the back-end. Workshops and Breakouts will be capped at 20 participants. Once all the slots are full, the session will be marked as FULL. Registered participants will receive the sign-up link. To register, click here

Michelle Leader

CA, CPA

Crunching the Numbers: Disability Tax Credit

If you are living with Type 1 diabetes in Canada, you could be eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, a non-refundable credit that opens the doors up to additional savings opportunities through the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). Join us to crunch the numbers and walk through the steps to apply for the DTC and RDSP.

WorkshopSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

Bridget Wood

Smart Smoothies Workshop

Have you ever been told that people with diabetes shouldn’t have smoothies? Do you like smoothies but find that they always spike your blood sugar? Never fear-your friendly neighbourhood registered dietitian is here! Join Registered Dietitian Nutrition, Bridget Wood, as she takes you on a journey of the ins and outs of sipping smart with smoothies. You’ll explore different ingredients, their benefits, perfect combos and even make some smoothies to enjoy while you watch along!

WorkshopSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

Dr Ben Szirth

Exploring our Eyeballs: A T1D guide

Why is eye health so important, and what we can do as people with Type 1 diabetes to have the healthiest and happiest eyes? How does high and low blood glucose affect the eyes over the long term (roller coaster)? What can we do if we start to notice eye problems and what red flags we’re watching out for? If I develop eye problems (retina) can I fix them? YES, you can fix many – let’s explore our options.

Presentation & ConversationSPECIAL TOPICS STREAM

12:00pm EST

WRAP UP & DEBRIEF

12:00 – 12:30 PM EST

Join us as we wrap-up Ontario Slipstream, say goodbye to one another, and find out what’s next!

1:30pm EST

LOCAL GET MOVING SERIES

1:30 – 3:30 PM EST

Check out the local hikes planned in your area with fellow local T1Ds. These hikes will follow all Ministry guidelines for safe physical distancing. You can expect an easy-moderate hike through a local outdoor area with 10-15 fellow T1Ds.

Sydney Fletcher

Virtual Slow-ga

This will be a VIRTUAL activity for all our Slipstreamers who do not have an event happening locally to them. A movement-based yoga class that builds strength, flexibility and mindfulness all while aiming for accessibility of a wide range of abilities. We will be moving up and down from the floor but chairs can help as a tool for support. Slow, mindful movement allows for both muscular challenge as well as accessibility. All are welcome!

Tina Sartori

London Hike

Hike Name: Thames Valley Trail Loop
Hike Distance: 7.7km
Meet-up Location: Meet at the corner of Kains and Westdel Bourne
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/ontario/thames-valley-trail-loop
Meet-up Time: 1:30pm
Duration: ~2 hours (it can be a little shorter or a little longer)
Special Notes: Park on Kains or Westdel Bourne
Level of Difficulty: Moderate

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Kelsey MacKinnon

Temagami Hike

Hike Name: White Bear Trail
Hike Distance: 3km
Meet-up Location: Take O’Connor drive off of Hwy 11 at the historic train station, cross the tracks and continue uphill on the paved road to the right for 1 kilometre or so until you see a sign for the Tower (Fire Tower Lookout). Turn right and take this road to the parking lot. We will meet in the parking lot and the trailhead is less than a 5 minute walk from here!
Meet-up Time: 1:30pm
Duration: 1h 45m
Special Notes: $3 visitor fee which is paid at the ranger station after parking.
Level of Difficulty: Moderate

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Rebecca Fitzgerald

Ottawa Hike

Hike Name: Mud Lake
Hike Distance: 3.5k (we can do two loops if folks are interested)
Meet-up Location: These coordinates will take you right to the spot where the trail starts: 45.373119, -75.797927 There is a map posted by the side of Cassels Street to mark the start of the trail
Meet-up Time: 1:30pm
Duration: ~2 hours (it can be a little shorter or a little longer)
Level of Difficulty: Easy

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Amy Burrows

Toronto Hike

Hike Name: Brickworks Trail + Moore Park Ravine Trail
Map: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/canada/ontario/brickworks?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-view-full-map
Hike Distance: 3-4km
Meet-up Location: Parking Lot of Evergreen Brickworks near trail entrance
Meet-up Time: 1:30pm
Duration: ~ 1 hr 30 hr
Special Notes: There is a look out over the city for awesome pics
Level of Difficulty: rated as easy

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Will Bell

Niagara Hike

Hike Name: Swayze falls trail or black walnut trail
Hike Distance: 7.5km
Meet-up Location: http://www.friendsofshorthillspark.ca/page/home
Park at Pelham road entrance
Meet-up Time: 1:30pm
Duration: ~2 hours (it can be a little shorter or a little longer)
Level of Difficulty: Moderate with some inclines

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

Allison Mitchell

Guelph Hike

Hike Name: Starkey Hill Trail
Hike Distance: 4km
Meet-up Location: Parking Lot of Starkey Hill Trail (735 Arkell Rd, Puslinch, ON.)
Meet-up Time: 1:30pm
Duration: ~ 1 hr 30
Difficulty: Moderate
Special Notes: There are rocks and roots along the trail, with some hills. Running shoes or hiking boots strongly suggested; this is not a trail for sandals. Level of DIfficulty: rated as moderate

**PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED**

SPONSORS

Thank you to the partners and sponsors who helped to make Virtual Slipstream possible. 

SUMMIT SPONSORS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Hybrid Slipstream, anyway?

This will be a weekend of community, connection and continuing education. Although we are used to connecting with the community face to face in an overnight event, we’re looking forward to meeting you all in the comfort of your own homes during the virtual portion and for some, locally at in person sessions. Same great content, different venues! You can expect to connect, share, and brainstorm within small groups, and choose breakout sessions that best align with your own interests and goals. You’ll have the chance to join in on virtual group fitness sessions, hear from some amazing speakers, and participate in traditional Slipstream sessions including the popular Hot Topics. We’re excited to offer our Ontario friends the first hybrid event and hope we get to see you at one of the satellite sites.

Do I need to register for this event?

Yes! Our goal is to keep the Ontario Hybrid Slipstream as safe (and free from Zoom-Bombing!) as possible, so it will require registration. Only registered participants will receive the session sign-up link and password to the private web page with session links. It is imperative we follow public health guidelines and keep our guides, volunteers, and community members safe, therefore we will be limiting the number of people at in person activities and will require registration for each of these sessions.

Do I need to sign up for individual sessions?

Yes! To keep the vibe as community-friendly as possible, our WORKSHOPS and BREAKOUTS will be capped with a maximum number of participants. Only folks who have signed up for these WORKSHOPS and BREAKOUTS will be permitted into the session. If you do not sign up ahead of time, the Webinar and Activity choices will be available to you, but please make your best effort to sign up ahead of time as it helps us with logistics. For our in-person sessions, there are a maximum number of participants per session in order to maintain social distancing and participant – guide safety ratios.

I'm not available for the entire weekend. Can I just attend a few sessions?

Yes! That’s not a problem. Just like a regular, in person Slipstream, we encourage you to attend the sessions that best suit your goals for connection and learning.

What are the ACTIVE sessions?

Expect to get moving during these sessions. You’ll need to come prepared in workout gear with a water bottle and be ready to move for 45 minutes with a live instructor. All ability levels are welcomed.

What are IN PERSON sessions?

These sessions are active face to face activities (such as a hike at a local trail) held at satellite locations around Ontario (Ottawa, Toronto, Guelph, London, Niagara, and Northern Ontario). These sessions require registration and some additional screening questions to be completed. They are led by CIM staff/guides and will follow public health guidelines. We’ll make sure you have all of the information you need before attending: directions, parking, what to wear/bring, and the health and safety protocol and guidelines we’ll follow.

Who can join an IN PERSON session?

If you are an adult 18 years of age or older, living with type 1 diabetes, and live in Ontario, we welcome you to register for and attend an in person session! If you don’t live in Ontario you are welcome to join the virtual sessions or mark your calendar for Slipstream events happening in 2021.

Western Slipstream in British Columbia Date TBA
5.5er Slipstream in Ontario Date TBA
Northeastern Slipstream at Camp Caribou on June 4th to 6th 2021
Colorado Slipstream at Camp Shadybrook on August 20th to 22nd, 2021
SoCal Slipstream at Camp Conrad Chinnock on September 10th to 12th, 2021
Ontario Slipstream at Camp Arowhon on September 24th to 26th, 2021

What platform is are the virtual sessioins being hosted on?

Virtual Slipstream is being hosted on ZOOM.

What have you put in place to keep our ZOOM space safe?

CIM has disabled certain ZOOM functions in order to make sure our days flow smoothly and that our space is welcoming. We have turned off all Screen Share functions for attendees, along with remote control and annotation abilities. If you are joining a WEBINAR or ACTIVE session, your screen and microphone will not be enabled. If you are joining a WORKSHOP or BREAKOUT your video and microphone MUST be enabled. Non-video participants will be removed from these sessions.

Why is it required that I have my video and microphone turned on to join a WORKSHOP or BREAKOUT?

These sessions are built to be highly interactive. Expect to meet the others in the room, learn from an expert, and be able to ask Q&A directly. In order to ensure the space is welcoming, we ask that all participants share their video and voice. We want to be able to put a face to a name! If you are not comfortable with this, we ask that you to join a WEBINAR or ACTIVE session.

I am stuck in the waiting room or have been removed from a WORKSHOP or BREAKOUT sessions. What's up?

If you are stuck in a waiting room, or have been removed from a WORKSHOP or BREAKOUT session, double check that you have signed in to ZOOM with the SAME name that you signed up for the session for and that you have your video enabled. If you are unsure of which name you used, double check your session confirmation email. If you do not have your video enabled, click here to learn how to do so. Individuals will not be permitted, or will be automatically removed if they are not on the session attendee list. This helps us ensure that we have an appropriate number of individuals in each session.

Will sessions be recorded?

Our WEBINAR and ACTIVE sessions will be recorded and made available online. Our WORKSHOP and BREAKOUT sessions will NOT be recorded, in order to encourage open conversation and sharing amongst the group. Any presentation slides used during these sessions WILL be made avialable on the CIM website, pending speaker permissions.

I am having problems signing into ZOOM.

Please check out the ZOOM resources for troubleshooting sign in problems. You can access it, here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting

I am having problems making the ZOOM session work.

Please check out the ZOOM resources for troubleshooting participant problems. You can access the information, here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/sections/200521865-Video

Are there other Virtual Slipstreams happening?

Yes! This Virtual Slipstream is prepared with an American audience in mind, although anyone is welcome to join. We’ll be speaking in mg/dL and there will be references to the US healthcare system. We also will feature as many US experts as possible. We’ll be hosting a Canadian focused Virtual Slipstream May 1-3 and a Virtual Slipstream for Support Crews and partners June 19-20.

Do I have to live in Ontario to attend this Virtual Slipstream?

Nope, although this Virtual Slipstream is prepared with a Ontario audience in mind. We’ll be speaking in mmol/L and there will be references to the Ontario specific healthcare system and coverage options. We also will feature as many Canadian experts as possible. 

I don't have diabetes. Can I still attend?

If you do not have diabetes, you are welcome to join our Webinars and Active sessions. We ask that all attendees of our WORKSHOP and BREAKOUT sessions are living with T1D. If you are a partner or a member of the T1D support crew, consider joining us November 5-8 for a Virtual Slipstream made just for you!

What ages does this event target?

We are primarily serving adults with T1D, although there may be a handful of older teens who find the topics interesting and who are more than welcome to join in!

Virtual Slipstream Rules of the Road

Code of Conduct

Welcome to the Virtual Slipstream Team! Thank you for joining us! We are excited to connect with community members and bring a little bit of that ‘Slipstream Feeling’ to you at home! Although we are not meeting in person this time around, there are still some important things to keep in mind to keep our space welcoming, safe, and community-oriented. These are our Rules of the Road. All attendees, speakers, sponsors and volunteers at our events are required to agree with the following code of conduct. We expect cooperation from all participants to help ensure Slipstreams are a safe, healthy, and supportive environment for everyone.

The Easy Read Version

Connected in Motion is dedicated to providing a harassment-free Slipstream experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof). We do not tolerate harassment or threats in any form of our participants or staff. As a participant you are responsible for your behaviour and how it impacts those around you. You must be respectful of everyone throughout the weekend sessions. Unsafe, disrespectful, or disruptive behaviours including bullying and excessive negativity. Slipstream participants violating these rules may be expelled from the event and disallowed from attending webinars, breakouts, workshops and activities.

The Fine Print Version

  1. Harassment includes offensive verbal comments related to gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion, technology choices, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.
  2. Participants asked to stop any harassing behaviour are expected to comply immediately.
  3. If a participant engages in harassing behaviour, we may take any action we deem appropriate, including warning the participant or expulsion from the event.
  4. Threats of violence, either explicit or implied, are never okay. Incidents of threats are taken seriously and will be reported to the appropriate authorities. Any occurrence of threats is a basis for refusal to register a participant or removal of a participant at any time leading up to or during the event.
  5. Our events are staffed by CIM personnel, other contract staff, volunteers and sponsors. Everyone you interact with needs to be treated with the same respect. Staff are there to make your experience enjoyable, and you are expected to contribute to an inclusive and respectful atmosphere for them.
  6. If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of event staff immediately. Event staff can be contacted during Virtual Slipstream through the Connected in Motion Facebook Chat function.
  7. We expect participants to follow these rules at all times during the event, including at all workshops and social events.
  8. Finally, Slipstreams are a chance to share, learn and improve self-care. We hope that you will leave our events empowered with new information to better manage your diabetes or with the feeling that you have helped others learn and improve. Slipstreams are not, however, a place to receive or share personal medical advice. We ask all individuals to respect that your diabetes may vary and that any changes in your specific self-management routine should be discussed with your diabetes team. 

To download the Rules of the Road, click here.

Participant Guide

Be on time

Consider joining your session 5 minutes early. This gives you time to troubleshoot any technical difficulties. Even though we’re going virtual, being on time is still very important, especially for our Workshops and Breakouts where you’ll be interacting directly with the speaker… and each other!

Mute when not talking

In WORKSHOPS and BREAKOUTS, there will be times when you’re talking and sharing with one another. When you’re not sharing, please make sure your microphone is muted to make things easier for our speakers and volunteers.

Share the mic

In WORKSHOPS and BREAKOUTS, you’ll have the chance to share, question, and discuss. Joining in on the conversation can be extra tricky in a virtual space, so we need to take care to be respectful of our peers and make sure that all voices get heard. Use the ‘Raise Hand’ function if you’d like to share to help the Room Captain and Speaker know you have a thought or a question!

Use the Zoom controls

Check out the Zoom functions that have been made available for you. Depending on whether you’ve joined a webinar, workshop, activity, or breakout, different functions will be available. Send a message to the group in chat or use the ‘Q&A’ function in a webinar to leave a question for the speaker.

Think about your background

Have you joined a Workshop or Breakout? Don’t forget that everyone will be peering into your space! Check out what you have on display behind you. The plainer your background, the better!

Lighting is Key

Have you joined a Workshop or Breakout? Think about your lighting! Make sure you aren’t sitting in front of a bright window. That can make it impossible for your peers to see you. Consider moving a small lamp or light over to the area you’ll be using during Virtual Slipstream sessions.

Use Gallery View

Look in the top right corner of your screen during Workshops and Breakouts and use Gallery View instead of Speaker View. This will let you see up to 16 people on your screen. Are there more than 16 people in your session? You can scroll between screens too!

No screenshots, please

Please refrain from taking screenshots during sessions. Whenever possible, slides and webinar recordings will be made available to participants following Virtual Slipstream. If you are dying for a photo of all of your new friends in that great breakout session, please get the group’s permission first and give folks an opportunity to turn off their video if they’d prefer not to be included.

Guest appearances

We know that for some of you, life is WILD right now. We realize that there may be guest appearances (specifically of the child/pet cat/partner-cooking-you-lunch) type throughout Virtual Slipstream. Do what you can to stay focused, but otherwise, we’ll just go with the flow.

HAVE FUN!

This ain’t no regular conference. We’re here to connect, share, learn, and grow our community. Make some new friends and have fun!

Want to download a copy of the Participant Guide? Click here.

What A Slipstream Weekend (USUALLY) Looks Like

Don’t believe us? Just watch!

What Slipstreamers Had To Say

I had participated in many diabetes-related events as a teenager but this was my first one with an adult group. It was a little intimidating at first but turned out to be an incredible experience! We all became one big families who was there to support one another and I left that weekend feeling refreshed, with a bunch of new friends and fun memories. Thank you for convincing me to come out, CIM! I made the right decision.

KatrinaSummer Slipstream 2016

This was my first experience with the CIM community. I have been diabetic type 1 for the past 36 years deal with this on my own. I knew there were other people who were as active as I was but didn't know anyone other than a close friend who lives in Ottawa area. The experience was so uplifting that I was not the only one and having discussions about the ups and downs on a very personal level. I am ready to do more active sessions with this community soon I hope.

MichelSummer Slipstream 2016

Although it's hard to put into words, being surrounded for an entire weekend with other T1's that totally "get it" from every finger prick, every high, every low, every carb count, every step i take in this T1 journey is beyond priceless!

GayleSoCal Slipstream 2016

I use to think and believe I was the only diabetic in the world. I really had no one to talk to about problems relating to diabetes. I attended the summer slipstream the presentations that were provided were educational and very informative. Not only did I meet new and amazing people but I met great life long friends and really a new family. It has turned my world right around my lowest A1C in 16 years and the best health I have been in 16 years because It put me in the right mind frame to conquer diabetes. This slipstream allowed me to also ask the questions that I always thought were "stupid" or everyone should know but I just didn't I would highly recommend it to anyone and in fact, I already have! Thanks CIM

PaulSummer Slipstream 2016

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Details

Start:
September 25, 2020
End:
September 27, 2020
Cost:
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