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Special thanks to:
The Bayshore Foundation for matching contributions made through Diabetes Express at 50%
Follow Simeon LIVE and view his blood sugar readings:
#CycleForType1 Tour:
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Charlottetown
Where: Victoria Park (Beaconsfield Historic House)
When: August 10, 2025 (1030AM - 1230PM)
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Vancouver
Where: Mount Seymour Provincial Park, North Vancouver BC
When: Sunday June 1, 2025 (11:00am - 1:30pm)
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Kelowna
Where: Mission Creek Park, Kelowna BC
When: Friday June 6, 2025 (12:00pm - 2:00pm)
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Calgary
Where: Bowness Park, Calgary AB
When: Sunday June 15, 2025 (12:30pm - 3:00pm)
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Regina
Where: Wascana Park (The Bandstand), 2400 Wascana Dr, S4P 4W7
When: June 22, 2025 (12:00pm - 2:00pm)
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Winnipeg
Where: 14 Cambrai Cove, Winnipeg, MB
When: Sunday June 29, 2025 (4:00pm-6:00pm)
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Toronto
Where: Marilyn Bell Park, Toronto ON
When: Saturday July 19, 2025 (11:00am-2:00pm)
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Markham
Where: Diabetes Express HQ, 233 Alden Rd, Markham, L3R 3W6
When: July 21, 2025 (1 - 4 pm)
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Meet Simeon King
I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) at 11 years old, and like many others with this condition, I faced the daily challenges of carb counting, insulin management, blood sugar fluctuations, and constant injections. One of the hardest parts, however, was the isolation—feeling like no one truly understood what it was like to live with T1D.
That changed when, after seven years of feeling alone, I attended an I Challenge Diabetes event. Though it lasted only two nights, it transformed my life. For the first time, I connected with others who lived with T1D, people who understood the struggles I faced every day.
On June 1st, 2025, I’ll embark on a cross-Canada cycling journey — from Victoria, BC, to St. John’s, NL — to support I Challenge Diabetes. Every dollar raised will go directly toward covering participation costs so that no one is left behind due to financial barriers.
Simeon's Goals For This Journey
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Raise $100,000 for equitable access
To ensure that anyone with T1D can access these life-changing programs, regardless of financial limitations.
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Spread Awareness for Type 1 Diabetes
Many people, like me, go years without knowing support exists. By sharing my journey, I hope to connect others with the resources they need.
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Build Community Across Canada
45% of Canadians live with a chronic illness! At every stop, I’ll bring people together to create local support networks—so no one has to feel alone in their journey!
Cheer on Simeon King with portion of shirt sales going directly to Cycle For Type 1 and I Challenge Diabetes.
CycleForType1 Shirt - S is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
