Diabetes Education Program

The Diabetes Education Program is available to patients who are rostered with the Family Health Team that are at risk of developing or have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, and are over the age of 18. 

We have two diabetes educator teams (one registered dietitian and one registered nurse) per campus (Civic and Riverside). We offer bilingual individual appointments (in person, telephone or ZOOM). 

Our program can help you:

  • Understand prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
  • Know your risks.
  • Help you learn strategies for prevention.
  • Make the right nutritional choices.
  • Set healthier lifestyle goals.
  • Gain confidence and take charge of your health. 
A health-care professional helps an adult check their blood sugar by pricking their fingertip with a glucose meter. Only their hands and part of their bodies are visible.

How to access the program

Our program offers prediabetes group sessions, called Ounce of Prevention, throughout the year. Feel free to speak with your health care provider or any other clinical team member regarding access. You can reach out to: 

Diabetes Education Program Administrative Coordinator

613-798-5555, ext. 13512

If you are not a patient of a Family Health Team, please complete the following online form: People living with diabetes.


Community resources and programs

Diabetes Canada

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Foot Services across the Champlain LHIN Region

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UnlockFood by Dietitians of Canada 

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