Newsletter | November 2021
Our Latest News
 
 
 
 

Hear from a panel of experts and learn more about the COVID-19 vaccines for kids 5-11 and get answers to top questions. Register now.

Hear from Dr. Julia Upton and registered dietitian Ahuva Magder about this medical condition and how it can be managed. Register now.

Discover how others helped to #ShineATealLight on food allergy this Halloween and find out who won our colouring contest. Plus, learn how you can raise food allergy awareness all year long!
Giving Tuesday 2021

Save the date! Learn the different ways you can give on Giving Tuesday and help make an impact.

ICYMI: Check out our new section and resource on Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)/Pollen Food Syndrome (PFS).

Did you miss our past newsletters? Visit our monthly newsletters section to catch up or read them again.
Advocacy and Research
 
 
 
 

Learn about a recent study that highlights key issues faced by the food allergy community: the need for a proper diagnosis and the need for better access to ingredient information.

Plus, learn how we are advocating to #MakeFoodAllergyCount.
If your child has a diagnosed milk and/or egg allergy and has successfully completed a baked challenge, take the short survey.
Find out the answer to this question in this month's mythbuster.
Webinars and Events

Hear from an allergist and a registered dietitian about this medical condition and how it can be managed.

A Q&A will follow where you can ask questions, plus, you can submit your questions upon registration.

Join our discussion with our panel of experts to learn more and get answers to top questions.

Get the most up-to-date information from three experts to help inform your decisions on this important public health priority.

Attend our free 90-minute interactive webinar with a trained parent mentor.

Next sessions are November 6th (tomorrow!) and November 20th. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now!

Learn about our support groups and get in touch with one virtually.

Connect with others in your community who can relate, and exchange tips on managing food allergy during this time.

Check out our encore presentation series to refresh your knowledge on how to Know and Treat anaphylaxis.
Ask the Allergist:
Dr. Julia Upton, MD, FRCPC, MPH
fish dinner
I grew up eating different types of fish and now at age 32, I’ve been diagnosed with a fish allergy. Why is this and what do I need to know to manage it?

This month, Dr. Julia Upton answers a question about adult-onset fish allergy.

Do you have questions you would like to ask an allergist in the months to come? Send it to us at [email protected].
Ask the Dietitian:
Amy Chow, RD
How can dietitians help with adult-onset food allergy?

This month, Amy answers a question about the development of food allergy as an adult.

Do you have questions you would like to ask an allergist in the months to come? Send it to us at [email protected].
Ways to Give

Giving Tuesday is an annual tradition where people come together to support charities through volunteering and donations. This year, it takes place on Tuesday, November 30th.

Please consider Food Allergy Canada in your Giving Tuesday plans. With your generous contributions, we can continue our sustainable educational programming, advocate for change, and provide life-changing support for the over 3 million Canadians impacted by food allergy.

Discover ways to give below and learn how your donations make a difference in our 2020 Impact Report. Give today!
With this current crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic, funding has become unstable for the coming years, making your support even more critical at this time. Learn the many ways your donation will make a difference.

All donations $20 and above receive a tax receipt.
Make an ongoing impact. Your support will help to ensure we can advocate strongly across many different platforms on your behalf, provide education to the community, public, industry, and government on the seriousness of food allergy, and offer support to you and others when you need it.

Select “Monthly Gift” on the online donation form and enter the amount you want to donate. Or call us at 1 866 785-5660.
Plan today to make a difference tomorrow. Consider Food Allergy Canada as a beneficiary when you are updating your will, or your life insurance coverage.
Your support tells your employees and your customers that you care. Check out the different ways your workplace can get involved.
Celebrate virtually while supporting our cause! Plan your next birthday or milestone event virtually at ECHOage, a free online party-planning service that helps charities in North America.

In honour of your birthday or event, ask your friends and family to donate to Food Allergy Canada. Now more than ever, small charities like ours rely on your generous donations to continue our important work now and well into the future.