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SUMMARY:Lipedema at the Leg
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the steps of the Manitoba Legislature for “Lipedema at the Leg\,” Lipedema Canada’s first-ever in-person Lipedema Awareness Month event. Taking place in Winnipeg\, this powerful gathering is an opportunity to raise awareness for a disease that affects 1 in 9 people assigned female at birth. We are ready to be seen\, heard\, and recognized. \n\n\n\nShow your support by wearing purple or your Lipedema Canada shirts\, and bring your friends and family to help make a strong\, visible impact. Together\, we will send the message that equitable healthcare for people with lipedema is long overdue. \n\n\n\nThis free event will also feature opportunities to connect with Lipedema Canada board members and chat with service providers\, including manual lymphatic drainage therapists and compression fitters. We are also inviting Manitoba government officials to attend and witness our collective voice in action. \n\n\n\nBring a lawn chair\, your favorite water bottle\, and a few snacks as we gather\, share stories\, and spark important conversations about lipedema. \n\n\n\nTo end the day\, be sure to visit the Esplanade Riel Bridge and the WINNIPEG sign as they light up in purple in support of Lipedema Awareness Month. Let’s make this event one to remember. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nEvents 2\n\n\n\nAttend to enter to Win a $500 gift certificate toward a purchase of compression garments for Lipedema \n\n\n\nThe amazing team at Diamond Athletic Supplies is stepping up to support the lipedema community! On June 24th\, they’ll be joining Lipedema Canada to help raise awareness about lipedema. \n\n\n\nJoin us in person at 6:30 PM and visit the Diamond Athletic Supplies table to enter for a chance to win a $500 gift certificate — exclusively for the purchase of compression garments for lipedema. \n\n\n\nYou’ll be able to choose your preferred brand and get professionally measured by some of the best experts in the city. Don’t miss it!
URL:https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/lipedema-at-the-leg/
LOCATION:Manitoba Legislative Building\, 450 Broadway\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Germany Approves Lipedema Surgery Coverage: What it Means for Canada – A Community Discussion (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:On July 17th\, 2025\, the German Federal Committee ruled that based on the results of the LIPLEG study\, liposuction for lipedema would now be covered for all stages by public health insurance. \n\n\n\nWhat does this mean for Canada? \n\n\n\nAt Lipedema Canada •  Lipoedème Canada\, we know this news has sparked a lot of questions\, hopes\, and calls for action from our community: \n\n\n\n• Will this lead to increased awareness among healthcare providers? \n\n\n\n• Could this help push forward surgery coverage in Canada? \n\n\n\n• What can we do\, individually and collectively\, to make change happen? \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLipedema Canada / Lipoedème Canada invites you to a special community webinar to explore and discuss the recent decision by the German government to approve public coverage of liposuction surgery for lipedema\, a potentially historic moment for patients around the world.  \n\n\n\nThis open and informative session will include:  \n\n\n\n✅ An overview of Germany’s policy decision and how it came to be  \n\n\n\n✅ What this means for access to treatment and recognition of lipedema as a legitimate\, treatable condition  \n\n\n\n✅ How this may influence healthcare policies and coverage decisions in Canada  \n\n\n\n✅ Concrete next steps for Canadian advocacy\, education\, and action  \n\n\n\nWhether you are living with lipedema\, supporting someone who is\, or working in healthcare or advocacy\, this conversation is for you. We encourage participation from patients\, caregivers\, healthcare providers\, researchers\, policymakers\, and allies who are passionate about improving care and access.  \n\n\n\nLive French captions will be available during the webinar\, and bilingual team members will be present to answer questions in both English and French.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: Space is limited to 500 registrants.  \n\n\n\nA recording of the discussion will be shared afterward on our YouTube channel for those who are unable to attend live.  \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to learn\, share\, and help shape the future of lipedema treatment in Canada.  \n\n\n\nWarm regards\,  \n\n\n\nThe Lipedema Canada / Lipoedème Canada Team \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/germany-approves-lipedema-surgery-coverage-what-it-means-for-canada-a-community-discussion-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat with Lipedema Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join Lipedema Canada for a one-hour Fireside Chat as we share updates\, insights\, and announcements that will shape the year ahead. Our team has just returned from presenting at the World Lipedema Congress in Rome and attending the International Lymphedema Framework conference in Niagara Falls. This event is an opportunity to hear what we learned\, what comes next\, and how you can be part of the work. \n\n\n\nWe will provide an update on the national letter-writing campaign and speak about the meetings held with provincial and federal governments. We will also introduce new board members and offer a first look at LipCanCon\, the inaugural Lipedema Canada Conference taking place in September 2026. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to having you join us.
URL:https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/fireside-chat-with-lipedema-canada/
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