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Flowers may not be here just yet, but it’s nice to know they’re on the way. We hope this new month treats you well, and brings you lots of light in your life. Are you ready to read on about the exciting news we have to share? Don’t worry, none of it requires you having to change out of your pajamas!
Lessons from a Life with Crohn's

“Over the years, the superpower that I have drawn my biggest strength from is   hope. For 25 years now, I have fundraised for research to find cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis because research brings me the greatest hope.”

Sherry, a Crohn’s warrior, shares her story of life with Crohn’s disease and why—now more than ever— we must work together to find the cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Read her story, and learn her tips for how she is coping through this time of uncertainty.
We're Watching Webinars...Are You?

You’ve probably watched some of our COVID-19 and IBD webinars by now…and if you haven’t, what have you been doing? Our expert panels make it simple for you to learn all about COVID-19 and IBD at home, and keep up with the latest news and updates. After a week of anticipation, our next webinar is now available.
AbbVie Scholarship Spotlight!

Meet Elliot: one of our AbbVie Scholarship recipients! Elliot was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease when he was 13 years old, but he didn’t let that—or the tube up his nose—keep him from playing soccer or cycling. Over the years since his diagnosis, Elliot has always found ways to give back to the community, like volunteering and helping in any way he can. We caught up with Elliot to discuss how the AbbVie Scholarship set him up for success during his educational journey.
Physicians' Day is May 1

Each and every day, healthcare providers are helping Canadians get through this pandemic and we cannot thank them enough. National Physician’s Day highlights the work doctors do to keep us healthy. Please join us in thanking doctors across Canada. In Ontario, the Ontario Medical Association has organized a special moment to come together from a distance by shining a light for all doctors do on Friday night at 9:00 p.m. EDT. If you can, join in and shine your light.
Double Your Impact to Make a Difference in Our Community

We love our community and know you do, too. That’s why we’ve created the COVID-19 Emergency Support Fund—a fund to help support Crohn's and Colitis Canada's critical patient programs and research initiatives through these challenging times. Please consider donating now to our COVID-19 Emergency Support Fund and your gift will have double the impact to help Canadians living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
 We Need Your Voice

Charities and nonprofits are vital parts of communities, and need emergency support to stay afloat. During these unprecedented times, we need to ensure the sector emerges strong from the COVID-19 crisis. Please join us and send a letter to your MP urging for the implementation of a Sector Resilience Grant Program.
That’s all for this week! Amidst the virtual Zoom calls, phone calls, board games, and workouts, we want to remind you that it’s OK to say “no”. Take a break from the virtual world by taking a long bath, meditating, writing, or some simple deep breaths—the choice is yours...

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