Association
activities
Activities for members and their families
The association organizes several activities throughout the year, allowing members and their families to benefit from information or meetings that help improve their condition. Whether it be conferences, a symposium, screening clinics, fundraisers or others, you will find the details here. Check this list frequently as it is updated regularly!
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Hello dear members,
You are invited to participate in a short Special General Meeting followed by the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Diabetes Outaouais Inc., which will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in Room 1 of Campus 3, 196 Notre Dame Street, Gatineau, QC J8P 0E6.
This meeting will be preceded by a very short Special General Meeting (SGM) which will be held at 4:00 p.m. at the same location.
These meetings will be held in person. A free barbecue will follow the AGM!
You will find attached the agenda for each meeting, and, for the SGM, a copy of the motion requiring a vote by the members.
This year, exceptionally, there will be elections for 5 director positions. Anyone interested in running for office is asked to submit a letter/email of intent to the office, but it is also possible to do so at the meeting itself.
To minimize waste, you will receive the following documents by email confirming your registration: the minutes of the previous AGM, the 2025-26 annual report, and the 2026-2027 provisional budget. These documents, along with others, will be projected on a screen during the meeting. Copies will not be available in the meeting room, but some documents will be available electronically upon request afterward.
Please remember that only members in good standing have the right to vote and participate, so it is important to ensure that your 2026 membership dues have been renewed on time. They were due in May.
Please confirm your attendance with the association office by phone at 819-770-0442 or email at info@diabeteoutaouais.com by June 24, 2026. Registration is important to ensure we have enough food for the barbecue afterward and to guarantee sufficient capacity for the event!
Please note that the 2025-2026 activity report will be available to everyone on the association's website the day after the AGM.
We look forward to welcoming you on June 28 at 4:00 p.m.
Martin Payer, Chair of the Board of Directors of
Diabète Outaouais Inc.
Benoit Plamondon, Secretary of the Board of Directors of
Diabète Outaouais Inc.
Dear participants, partners, and volunteers,
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your invaluable participation in our fundraising event held on February 21st, a fun game at the Club de curling des Collines in Chelsea.
Thanks to your presence, generosity, and commitment, the event was a resounding success. You helped create a warm and vibrant atmosphere while providing tangible support for the mission of Diabète Outaouais.
We especially thank our partners for their support, as well as our wonderful volunteers whose dedication greatly contributed to the success of this event.
Together, we make a real difference in the community.
We look forward to seeing you at our next events!
Elie Mputu
Executive Director
Diabète Outaouais invites you to the culinary workshops for diabetics being held this spring. These very popular activities are back! Come learn how to respect the basics of a healthy plate, discover healthy and delicious products and make good nutritious choices. You will taste foods that are healthy choices and which are at the heart of easy-to-cook recipes. Places are limited, contact us to register quickly!
The session themes are:
March: On the program: the preparation and tasting of a healthy menu consisting of a celeriac and pear soup, a herb-roasted chicken accompanied by a cauliflower and roasted garlic puree, and a light dessert made with tangerines and dark chocolate.
April: Land and Sea
A great way to combine different tastes and textures while celebrating the freshness of spring.
May: Summer Pleasures
Barbecue season is approaching, let's explore some must-have summer recipes together.
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The March 2026 newsletter from Diabetes Outaouais provides an overview of the month's activities, including our awareness initiatives, our cooking workshop, and the actions we took to support our mission.
It reflects our ongoing commitment to diabetes prevention and community well-being.
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Join us for an informative presentation by Martin Payer, diabetes educator and pharmacist-owner at AccèsPharma Hull, on the topic:
"Diabetes Medications: Better Understanding for Better Action."
With his clinical and community expertise, he will help you better understand treatments, optimize their use, and improve your daily quality of life.
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SNAPSHOT OF DIABETES IN CANADA, 2023
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Dear Members,
We are pleased to invite you to a special conference on hearing health, which will be held on May 28, 2026, at the Log Cabin.
This conference will be led by a hearing health professional affiliated with Lobe Clinics, who will share essential information on preventing, protecting, and improving our hearing health in our daily lives.
This will be an excellent opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and network in a friendly atmosphere.
Date: May 28, 2026
Location: Log Cabin, 331 Boulevard de la Cité-des-Jeunes, Gatineau, Quebec J8Y 6L5
Time: 6:30 p.m.
We invite anyone interested to confirm their attendance by emailing us or calling us directly.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely,
The Outaouais Diabetes Team – 819-770-0442
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Invitation to our cooking workshop
We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive cooking workshop on Thursday, April 23rd at 6:00 PM at Provigo Éric Charron.
This workshop will be led by nutritionist Claudie-Anne Fortin, who will share her practical tips for combining pleasure and healthy eating.
On the menu:
Appetizer: Warm salad of roasted cauliflower and chickpeas
Main course: Pork loin with maple sauce and pears
A great opportunity to learn, share, and discover new flavors in a friendly atmosphere!
Prices:
• $35 for members
• $45 for non-members
Registration:
To register, email us or contact us at 819-770-0442.
All additional details are available on the poster.
Places are limited, so we encourage you to confirm your attendance as soon as possible.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Dear participants, partners, and volunteers,
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your invaluable participation in our fundraising event held on February 21st, a fun game at the Club de curling des Collines in Chelsea.
Thanks to your presence, generosity, and commitment, the event was a resounding success. You helped create a warm and vibrant atmosphere while providing tangible support for the mission of Diabète Outaouais.
We especially thank our partners for their support, as well as our wonderful volunteers whose dedication greatly contributed to the success of this event.
Together, we make a real difference in the community.
We look forward to seeing you at our next events!
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Cooking Workshop
Diabetes Outaouais invites you to participate in a cooking workshop led by Ariane St-Laurent.
On the agenda: preparing and tasting a healthy menu consisting of celeriac and pear soup, herb-roasted chicken with cauliflower and roasted garlic purée, and a light dessert made with tangerines and dark chocolate.
This workshop aims to offer practical and accessible advice for better managing diabetes through a balanced diet, all in a friendly and educational atmosphere.
