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IBD Impact Report is a call to action for policymakers, clinicians, and scientists in Canada

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Patient-Doctor Choice Letter Writing Campaign

Patient-doctor choice matters: Let your provincial government know New medications to treat Crohn’s and colitis are becoming more accessible. However, some provincial governments are...
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Gutsy Walk Participants

25th Anniversary Gutsy Walk Registration Now Open

Join us on Sunday, June 7 for our 25th anniversary Gutsy Walk!  With over 60 walk sites located throughout the country, the fun-filled event is our largest community fundraiser in support of...
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With over 60 walk sites located throughout the country. Check for the location nearest to you on our Gutsy Walk Website below
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Lethbridge Chapter Meeting

*Meetings are always held in the cafeteria of the Lethbridge Regional Hospital* These illnesses are much more manageable when the community comes together, shares, and learns from one...
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What are Crohn’s & colitis?
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Treatments & medications
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Stories from the Crohn's and Colitis Community

Quick Fact

  • Canada has among the highest incidence rates of Crohn's and colitis in the world.
  • 1 in 140 Canadians lives with Crohn’s or colitis.
  • Families new to Canada are developing these diseases for the first time.
  • Incidence of Crohn’s in Canadian kids under 10 has doubled since 1995.
  • People are most commonly diagnosed before age 30.

Although 1 in 140 Canadians lives with inflammatory bowel disease, too few people know or understand this chronic, invisible illness. Help us raise awareness.

Add your voice and create change

Advocate for the rights of doctors and patients to choose the treatment that works for them.

Use your social profile to raise awareness

With our easy-to-add Twibbon, you can share your passion of stopping Crohn’s and colitis.

Share your story

Bring life with Crohn’s or colitis out from behind closed doors by sharing your experiences and raising awareness. Tell us about your experiences on our Facebook page.

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