Willow Cree Walk for Diabetes

The Willow Cree Fourth Annual Walk for Diabetes will take place on the Beardy’s/ Okemasis First Nation at Cst. Robin Cameron Education Complex. on Thursday September 17 from 10 a.m. until noon.

This event brings awareness and education about diabetes, a disease that affects many First Nations people.

Beginning at 10:00 am with opening ceremonies, this exciting day features the walk for Diabetes through the community, a Diabetes Expo, and lunch as well as several educational opportunities.

As part of our agenda, we have speech time allocated to local leadership, and a representative the Canadian diabetes. This year’s keynote speakers include community members sharing their stories about living healthy with diabetes.