TEAM DIABETES ANNOUNCES NEW 2011/2012 INTERNATIONAL AND CANADIAN EVENTS!

Walkers, runners, cyclists and volunteers help raise funds and awareness for diabetes

TORONTO, Nov. 16 /CNW/ - The Canadian Diabetes Association proudly unveils the 2011/12 Team Diabetes calendar of events this Wednesday, November 17.  With exciting international events including Reykjavik, Istanbul and Cayman Islands, Team Diabetes continues to offer exotic destinations that keep participants coming back for more. Beyond the international offerings, Team Diabetes will hold national events in Toronto, Halifax, Ottawa, Calgary, Edmonton and Whistler (GranFondo - cycling). 

"We are very excited with the additions of Istanbul and Cayman Islands to the international offerings," said Fred DeFina, Director, Team Diabetes with the Canadian Diabetes Association.  "Our registration deadline for Reykjavik is approaching and we encourage people to attend an upcoming information night or webinar in their area by visiting teamdiabetes.ca."

The Team Diabetes 2011/12 calendar of events colour brochure will be featured in Running Room locations across Canada or can be obtained by contacting your local coordinator at teamdiabetes.ca.  Space for upcoming information nights and webinars on Nov. 25 and Nov. 30 is limited.  Be sure to sign up today! 

About Team Diabetes

Celebrating its 10^th Anniversary in 2010, Team Diabetes is the national activity fundraising program of the Canadian Diabetes Association. The program promotes a healthy and active lifestyle where people of all fitness levels can train to walk or run a half marathon, full marathon, or shorter distance in several exciting international and Canadian destinations while raising funds and awareness for the Canadian Diabetes Association.  Visit teamdiabetes.ca for more information.

About the Canadian Diabetes Association

Across the country, the Canadian Diabetes Association is leading the fight against diabetes by helping people with diabetes live healthy lives while we work to find a cure. We are supported in our efforts by a community-based network of volunteers, employees, healthcare professionals, researchers and partners. By providing education and services, advocating on behalf of people with diabetes, supporting research and translating research into practical applications - we are delivering on our mission. For more information, please visit diabetes.ca or call 1-800-BANTING (226-8464).

For further information:

For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Clayton S. Claveau
Canadian Diabetes Association
Tel: [phone]
[email protected]