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We recognize the importance of gathering and meeting other T1D families, but the health and safety of our Walkers, volunteers and staff is our top priority.

Given the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community is at higher risk for severe illness if they contract COVID-19, we want to ensure we create a safe, inclusive environment for everyone. Therefore, we strongly recommend all those in attendance at Walks be fully vaccinated and when indoors, or in close quarters with others, wear a mask. As health and safety protocols are continuously being updated*, please watch for an email update closer to Walk Month for confirmation of event details.

*COVID-19 protocols may vary by location. We ask that you always follow and respect the measures a specific Walk location has in place. If you have questions about the protocols in place for the Walk you are attending please contact your Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373

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This year we are excited to be re-uniting our T1D communities in-person through a cautious and phased approach, as we are still facing challenges from COVID-19. The health and safety of our participants is our number one priority. We are excited to celebrate Walk Month this June with two ways to participate in the Walk: 

• Join us at one of our six signature Walks on Sunday, June 12th, or a Walk in your community anytime in June. Participants can connect with each other, celebrate fundraising achievements and take their steps that count together. To learn more about the Walk in your community, CLICK HERE. 

• Or, choose to Walk Your Way and participate in the Walk anytime, anywhere and any way you like.   

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Learn about the Walk in your community by CLICKING HERE . Don't see your community listed? You can register to Walk Your Way and participate anytime and anywhere you like. For more details, connect with our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or 1.877.505.5373.

A: We are excited to be re-uniting our T1D communities in-person through a cautious and phased approach, as we are still facing challenges from COVID-19. The health and safety of our participants is our number one priority. Though many walks across the country will be hosted in-person with the support of JDRF staff and our dedicated and passionate volunteer leaders, not all Walks that were previously hosted across the country will return this year. We encourage you to visit of Location page to learn more about the options to walk with us in person or to Walk Your Way in support of JDRF this year. Reach out to our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373.

A: Understanding that the comfort level of people to gather may differ from person to person, and community to community, JDRF is taking a cautious approach to holding in-person events. Depending on your community, and depending on your comfort level, you may be able to participate either at an in-person Walk and take your final steps that count together, or join us to Walk Your Way and participate anytime, anywhere and in any way that you choose. 

A: A Signature Walk is supported primarily by JDRF staff and a group of dedicated event day volunteers. In 2022, Signature Walks are scheduled to take place in Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax on June 12, Walk Day. 

A: A Community Walk is a Walk supported primarily by our amazing and dedicated volunteer leaderships committees from across the country. As many Walks this year will be community Walks, you may have a different Walk Day experience than in 2019 or previous years but you will still take your final steps that count together with your T1D community. 

A: If you don’t see a Walk in your community or want to fundraise in your own way, you can register to Walk Your Way in your own province or territory. Register, fundraise and participate in the Walk anytime, anywhere and in any way: the choice is yours, and every step you take is a step closer to the cure. Have further questions? Reach out to our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373.

A: JDRF’s mission has always been to dedicate as much to research as possible. In evaluating in-person Walk sites from previous years in 2022, we selected six sites across the country to represent our diverse T1D community and to also help support keeping our costs low and prioritizing dedicating funds to research. This year, we have partnered with our dedicated and passionate volunteer base across the country to help us to reach as many communities as possible, returning to the grassroots foundation of JDRF, and also helping to keep costs low.  

A: No problem. Please reach out to our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373 for assistance. 

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Reach out to our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373 to be connected to your local JDRF representative.

A: A Signature Walk is supported primarily by JDRF staff and a group of dedicated event day volunteers. In 2022, Signature Walks are scheduled to take place in Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax on June 12, Walk Day. 

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In late 2021, we surveyed our Walk participants to find out what the most important elements of the Walk were to them. The response was unanimous: Walkers wanted to be able to gather as a T1D community in-person. With that in mind, with JDRF’s cautious and phased approach to returning to in-person events amidst the pandemic, we made the decision to select six Signature Walk sites across the country to reflect our diverse community from coast to coast. We also reached out to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups to help support the organizing and execution of Community Walks across the country so that the T1D community can continue to gather and unite.  

If a Walk is not listed in your community but you are interested in learning more about stepping up to volunteer for your community, please connect with us at volunteers@jdrf.ca.  

A: That’s great! CLICK HERE to sign up, learn more about volunteer opportunities and be connected to a member of our Volunteer & Community Engagement Team. 

A: With many payment options available, and to keep costs low, so as to direct more funds to research, JDRF has decided to not accept cash or cheques at the Walk.  

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JDRF has several secure methods to receive donations for the Walk. You can: 

• Donate with a credit card or PayPal by clicking HERE   
• Enter any cash or cheques donations in the Offline Funds section of your Participant Centre 
• Via e-transfer or EFT by contacting your Walk Support Team at 1.877.505.5373​  
• You can contact our Walk Support Team via phone at 1.877.505.5373 to make a payment with your credit card. 
• Or, visit our Offline Funds section for more details how JDRF can assist you in processing cash and cheque pledges.  

A: For the Signature Walks in Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax, JDRF encourages Teams to "BYOP" or bring your own picnic to the Walk but there will be food available to purchase onsite. For details about the Walk in your community, CLICK HERE to learn more about the event.

A: A Community Walk is a Walk supported primarily by our amazing and dedicated volunteer leaderships committees from across the country. As many Walks this year will be community Walks, you may have a different Walk Day experience than in 2019 or previous years but you will still take your final steps that count together with your T1D community. 

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In late 2021, we surveyed our Walk participants to find out what the most important elements of the Walk were to them. The response was unanimous: Walkers wanted to be able to gather as a T1D community in-person. With that in mind, with JDRF’s cautious and phased approach to returning to in-person events amidst the pandemic, we made the decision to select six Signature Walk sites across the country to reflect our diverse community from coast to coast. We also reached out to our dedicated and passionate volunteer groups to help support the organizing and execution of Community Walks across the country so that the T1D community can continue to gather and unite.  

If a Walk is not listed in your community but you are interested in learning more about stepping up to volunteer for your community, please connect with us at volunteers@jdrf.ca.  

A: Though JDRF has been working hard with our dedicated and passionate volunteers across the country to put together Walk committee to support this year’s Walk, if a committee has not been formed, there may not be the option to attend a physical event in your community. We encourage you to register and fundraise to Walk Your Way in your province or territory and if you are interested in bringing the Walk to your community in 2023, please connect with us at volunteers@jdrf.ca 

A: That’s great! CLICK HERE to sign up, learn more about volunteer opportunities and be connected to a member of our Volunteer & Community Engagement Team. 

A: With many payment options available, and to keep costs low, so as to direct more funds to research, JDRF has decided to not accept cash or cheques at the Walk.  

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JDRF has several secure methods to receive donations for the Walk. You can: 

• Donate with a credit card or PayPal by clicking HERE   
• Enter any cash or cheques donations in the Offline Funds section of your Participant Centre 
• Via e-transfer or EFT by contacting your Walk Support Team at 1.877.505.5373​  
• You can contact our Walk Support Team via phone at 1.877.505.5373 to make a payment with your credit card. 
• Or, visit our Offline Funds section for more details how JDRF can assist you in processing cash and cheque pledges.  

A: For the Signature Walks in Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina, Toronto, Montreal and Halifax, JDRF encourages Teams to "BYOP" or bring your own picnic to the Walk but there will be food available to purchase onsite. For details about the Walk in your community, CLICK HERE to learn more about the event.

A: Click on the register button in the top right of this screen and follow the prompts to register yourself and your Team!

A: There is no registration fee to participate in the Walk but as a key fundraising event for JDRF, we encourage all Walkers to raise a minimum of $125.

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No, you do not have to register your entire Team; however, we encourage all members of your Team to register online with their own email to ensure that they receive details about this year’s Walk.  

If you choose to register your Team Members, they will receive an email guiding them through the login process to take control of their account.  

Should you need help with registering Team members, please connect with our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373. 

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Click the register button on the top right of your screen, search for the Team you wish to join using the search box. Select your Team name, click "Join this Team", then follow the instructions to register!

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As a Team Captain, once you have registered and created your team, select Login at the top right of your screen and follow these steps:

• Click on “Email” on the navigation on the left of your screen
• Select the “Join My Team” message template
• Enter the email addresses of Team Members and an email will automatically be generated inviting them to register. Team Members can click on the link provided within the email and follow the steps to register.

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We are inviting you to be part of this year’s event and are challenging YOU and your community to take as many steps as you can during Walk Month this June. We encourage you to set your own personal or team step goal and go the distance for the 300,000 Canadians living with T1D. Because every step is a step closer to a cure.

A: CLICK HERE to be directed to our Fundraising Resources or connect with our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373 to be connected to your local JDRF representative. 

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The Sneaker Club members are Walkers who have fundraised a minimum of $1000. CLICK HERE to see our 2022 Sneaker Club members.

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When you reach out to family and friends to support your fundraising efforts, being sensitive to what other people are feeling or experiencing right now is important. Share your personal T1D experience, so people understand why this is so important to you. Emphasize the need for donations to keep research moving forward and encourage people to give what they can. Even a small amount can add up to a big difference.

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Yes! Our online system is a secure site and fundraising online is the most cost-effective way to raise money in support of the Walk.

A: Fundraising rewards for the Walk are entirely paperless this year. To maximize your fundraising rewards, please ensure all pledges have been submitted to JDRF by July 29, 2022. After your donations have been processed, you will receive an email with instructions on how to redeem your e-gift card this fall. To learn more about fundraising rewards, CLICK HERE.

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Team fundraising efforts will automatically be included in the Team Captain's fundraising totals when calculating the qualifying amount for e-gift cards. For example, if a Team Captain raises $250, a Team Member raises $125, and the Team receives an additional $500 in donations, the Team Captain will receive fundraising rewards for $750 ($250 + $500) and the Team Member will receive rewards for $125.

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JDRF pays for all fundraising rewards but negotiates discounts nationally on purchased prizes. To help JDRF direct more funds to research, participants can donate their rewards back to the organization.

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Thank you for your outstanding fundraising! Individuals are awarded a maximum of $500 in e-gift cards.

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Absolutely. You are welcome to share your fundraising rewards with your team if you wish.

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JDRF has several secure methods to receive donations for the Walk. You can:  

• Donate with a credit card or PayPal by clicking HERE   
• Enter any cash or cheques donations in the Offline Funds section of your Participant Centre  
• Via e-transfer or EFT by contacting your Walk Support Team at 1.877.505.5373​   
• You can contact our Walk Support Team via phone at 1.877.505.5373 to make a payment with your credit card.  
• Or, visit our Offline Funds section for more details how JDRF can assist you in processing cash and cheque pledges.   

If you need any assistance, please reach out to a member of our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373 and we’d be happy to help.   

A: Please reach out to a member of our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373 and we’d be happy to help.  

A: That's great! Log into your Participant Centre and enter the Offline Funds including complete donor information then either:

• Submit payment for these donations with your credit card.
• Mail a cheque and completed pledge form to us. JDRF’s mailing address is JDRF National Support Office, 235 Yorkland Blvd., Suite 600, Toronto, ON M2J 4Y8.

Once the offline pledge payment has been processed, your donors will be emailed a link to their tax receipt.

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That’s easy! Simply complete the Pledge Form and mail JDRF Canada a cheque with your total pledges on your form to JDRF National Support Office, 235 Yorkland Blvd., Suite 600, Toronto, ON M2J 4Y8.
Alternatively, you can mail your Pledge Form in alongside your cheque. JDRF’s Finance Team will process your donation when it arrives. 

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That's great! Log into your Participant Centre and enter the Offline Funds including complete donor information then either:

• Submit payment for these donations with your credit card.
• Mail a cheque and completed pledge form to us. JDRF’s mailing address is JDRF National Support Office, 235 Yorkland Blvd., Suite 600, Toronto, ON M2J 4Y8.

Once the offline pledge payment has been processed, your donors will be emailed a link to their tax receipt.

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We’d be happy to help! Simply complete the Pledge Form and email it to finance@jdrf.ca or mail it to JDRF Canada at JDRF National Support Office, 235 Yorkland Blvd., Suite 600, Toronto, ON M2J 4Y8.
On the Pledge Form, you can indicate that the funds will be coming separately to JDRF. 
JDRF’s Finance Team will process your donation when it arrives. 

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Awesome! Log into your Participant Centre and enter the Offline Funds including complete donor information then either:

• Submit payment for these donations with your credit card.
• Mail a cheque and completed pledge form to us. JDRF’s mailing address is JDRF National Support Office, 235 Yorkland Blvd., Suite 600, Toronto, ON M2J 4Y8.

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So sorry to hear that! Please reach out to a member of our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373 and we’d be happy to help.  

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Cheques can be made payable to JDRF Canada. Thank you for your support! 

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You can download a Pledge Form HERE.

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JDRF National Support Office, 235 Yorkland Blvd., Suite 600, Toronto, ON M2J 4Y8

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To download the pledge form, you will need to have Adobe on your computer. You can download adobe for free HERE but should you need additional assistance, please reach out to our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or call 1.877.505.5373.

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To see who sponsored you, click Login on the top right of your screen.  Click on “Donations” on the left-hand side menu to see a summery and details of your online fundraising success.

A: Absolutely. You can simply click on the Donate button on the top right corner of this page or contact our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373.

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Online tax receipts will be issued immediately for all amounts to the email address provided during the online donation process.  

Offline tax receipts will be issued within six to 10 weeks after the event for donations of $20 or more. To receive a tax receipt, the donor's name and address must be completed and legible. Tax receipts for credit card donations will be issued in the name of the cardholder. Corporate or company donations must include a contact name to direct the tax receipt to. For questions, contact our Walk Support Team at walk@jdrf.ca or via phone at 1.877.505.5373. 

A: For additional tax receipts, requests for reprints and/or corrections, please contact general@jdrf.ca.

A: Yes. Participants that qualify for an e-gift card will have the option to donate their e-gift card back to JDRF and direct more funds for research. To donate your e-gift card back, follow the prompts in the Fundraising Rewards email that will take you to an option to donate back your rewards. You will be emailed your tax receipt immediately once you have fully processed the request with the on-line system. Note: tax receipts will be issued in the name of the participant who qualified for the fundraising rewards and are non-transferable. 

A: Electronic tax receipts are sent in PDF format. If you currently do not have Adobe Reader on your computer, you will not be able to open the attachment. You can download Adobe Reader for free by clicking here. If you are still unable to open a tax receipt, please contact our Walk support team at walk@jdrf.ca or by phone at 1-877-505-5373.