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A new month means new routines, new conversations, and new goals can happen. Happy August to our Crohn’s and colitis family! Are you with us to make the most of August? Read on for some news that will spark inspiration, conversations, and motivation for the month ahead:

A Look into a Gutsy Girl’s Diary “It was a rollercoaster of emotions and symptoms. Some days were great, other days were absolutely unbearable.” Meet Nadia Maffucci Di Rienzo, the foodie behind @gutsygirldiaries on Instagram. She shared with us how her experiences with ulcerative colitis have shaped her into the talented chef and social media influencer she is today.

Turn On Your Devices and Track Those Steps!  Did you know it takes 7,725,000 steps to walk across Canada? From now until the Gutsy Walk on August 23rd, how many steps will you take? As you count your steps, join us in counting down the 25 days to our 25th Gutsy Walk on our Facebook ,  Instagram , and  Twitter with fun contests and challenges!

Masks for Any and Every Style Oh, you thought we were stopping at black and white? No way! We knew you’d want a new mask colour for fall…and we have you covered. Introducing our line of Maroon Gutsy Masks . Our gut feeling tells us maroon is your colour, so, for a limited time only, if you use the promo code SUMMER10 you’ll receive 10% off!

Virtual Gutsy Learning Series We are pleased to announce that our innovative Gutsy Learning Series will be taking place virtually on August 26th at 7:00 pm EDT. Sign up and learn from the experts about the role of diet in IBD, and the relationship between dietary fats, inflammation, and the gut microbiome .  Summer Fun for Youth with Crohn's and Colitis Our Camp Got2Go is just around the corner, happening virtually from August 3 – 6! Curious what the kids are up to? Keep an eye out on our social channels as we share their pics as they come up! Stay Informed As provinces re-open, it’s important that we remain vigilant and follow all necessary safety precautions as outlined by our local authorities. If you’re wondering if you should continue to self-isolate, or start to engage in activities outside your home, check out our website that offers recommendations based on your age group, going back to school and other key factors.

UPCOMING ONLINE EVENTS

Gutsy Learning Series August 26th, 7:00 – 8:00 pm EDT | Online Take part in our national series of talks that offer an innovative learning experience for those affected by Crohn’s or colitis. Visit our website for more information, to view past Gutsy Learning Series presentations, and to register for our upcoming online experience.

Gutsy Walk August 23rd | Online At our special 25th Gutsy Walk, we walk towards a future free from Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Join in on the fun as we walk together to help fund critical IBD research.

Cooking for a Cause August 8th, 11:00 am EDT | Online Here’s some music to your ears: satisfy your taste buds paired with a fabulous performance! On Saturday, August 8 th at 11:00 am, we are offering a cooking demonstration hosted by well-known opera singing Italian chef Davide Bazzali. What’s on the menu? Learn how to make authentic, homemade gnocchi and his famous chocolate mousse.  Get your tickets today!

Whether you spend your time planning for the month ahead, or taking the days as they come—whatever feels good, do that. You can bet that we’ll be here throughout the month keeping you up-to-date with what’s blooming in the Crohn's and colitis community. Thanks, as always, for subscribing to our Talk About Guts e-newsletter. Until next time, friends!

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