Celiac BC
Celiac BC (The Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia) is a registered non-profit, volunteer run charity that supports people who are affected by celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and other gluten-related conditions. We all live with celiac disease and understand the challenges that come with this life-changing diagnosis. We're here to support you! If you or a loved one are struggling, contact us! Why go it alone?
Our focus:
Visit Celiac Canada's website for national news, updates and valuable resources.
Celiac BC (The Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia) is a registered non-profit, volunteer run charity that supports people who are affected by celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and other gluten-related conditions. We all live with celiac disease and understand the challenges that come with this life-changing diagnosis. We're here to support you! If you or a loved one are struggling, contact us! Why go it alone?
Our focus:
- Raising funds for medical research, and other support programs
- Raising awareness of celiac disease and gluten-related conditions
- Supporting individuals of all ages and stages of life in our communities who are affected by celiac disease
- Working with gluten free businesses to promote safe food practices for those adversely affected by gluten
- Hosting events to bring the celiac community together
- Attending local events to provide the latest information to stakeholders in the food and medical communities
Visit Celiac Canada's website for national news, updates and valuable resources.
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What is Celiac Disease?
Celiac disease is a common autoimmune condition in which the ingestion of gluten causes damage to the absorptive surface of the small intestine. Left untreated, it can affect the body's ability to absorb vital nutrients and can lead to anemia, infertility, osteoporosis and other health problems. Celiac disease is thought to affect around 1% of the general population, although many remain undiagnosed. What is Gluten? Gluten is the name for a group of proteins found in wheat, rye, barley and their derivatives (e.g. durum, semolina, triticale etc). Treatment? There is currently no cure for celiac disease, but symptoms can be effectively managed by lifelong adherence to a strict gluten-free diet. This includes taking steps to avoid cross-contamination with gluten containing foods. Symptoms? Individuals with celiac disease may experience a range of symptoms - or even no symptoms at all - but damage is still being done. It is important that you continue to follow a gluten-free diet, even if you don't experience symptoms. Further information about possible celiac symptoms can be found on Celiac Canada's website. Resources? Further information for those recently diagnosed, or just wanting to learn more about celiac disease, can be found under our education section or on the Celiac Canada website. Alternatively, head along to one of our support groups if you have any questions or concerns! |
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Celiac BC AGM Presentation
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the New Westminster Public Library on Sunday February 9, for our 2025 Annual General Meeting. To learn more about what we got up to in 2024, check out our AGM presentation here. |
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Shine A Light on Celiac Disease!
May is Celiac Awareness Month, and we’re lighting up BC green in support! 💚 Between May 15–20, buildings across Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, Surrey, White Rock, and Port Moody will shine green to raise awareness for celiac disease. Show up, wear green, snap a selfie, and make sure to tag us using #ShineALightOnCeliac. You can also send your snaps in to info@bcceliac.ca for a chance to be featured on our website and social media channels! Check out our events tab for more info! |
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What's Happening...
May 3: Awareness Month Dine Out @ Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar, Vancouver
May 3: Second Annual Brews for All event @ Grey Fox Brewing, Kelowna
May 10: High Tea Fundraiser - Order by May 8
May 15 - May 20: #ShineALightOnCeliac Light-Up Campaign - Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, White Rock, Surrey & Port Moody
May 15: Awareness Day Meet-Up @ BC Parliament Buildings, Victoria
May 16: Awareness Day Meet-Up @ White Rock Pier
May 17: Ice Cream Social @ ColdFront Gelato, Nanaimo
May 20: Beer Tasting @ Legacy Liquor, Vancouver
May 21: Grey Fox Gluten-Free Beer Launch @ Tinhouse Brewing Co, Port Coquitlam
June 22: Vancouver Half-Marathon
Oct 10-12: Royal Victoria Marathon
Click the Get Involved tab for more information about events and support groups...
Land Acknowledgement
The Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia acknowledges that our office is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples – Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations. We thank the Coast Salish peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, along with the waters and all that is above and below. The CCA BC also acknowledges that we serve people across the different territories of what is now called British Columbia.
The Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia acknowledges that our office is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples – Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations. We thank the Coast Salish peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, along with the waters and all that is above and below. The CCA BC also acknowledges that we serve people across the different territories of what is now called British Columbia.
