Lipedema Canada

Lipedema Manitoba Meet-Up
2025-02-19 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Fort Rouge Leisure Centre, Osborne Street, Winnipeg, Winnipeg, R3L 2B3, Canada
Join the Lipedema Manitoba community for an evening of shared experiences, support, and learning! This event will feature insightful discussions on manual lymphatic drainage treatments for lipedema, the benefits of pneumatic compression pumps, and the latest updates on events and initiatives within the Lipedema Manitoba community.

Community guest speaker – Susan Zwarich RMT, CLT.Susan is a community expert on lipedema and an experienced clinician. Her lipedema practice includes specialized care for lipedema patients for both pre and post-operative lipedema care, as well as ongoing management for lipedema. From MLD to compression recommendations, Susan offers valuable insights in this not-to-be-missed presentation.

Whether you’re living with lipedema, supporting a loved one, or simply interested in learning more, this meet-up is an opportunity to connect with others who understand and share in the experience.

Refreshments will be provided, and all are welcome to attend. A suggested donation of $5 is appreciated to help support the Lipedema Manitoba Association’s ongoing work in the community.

Come for the conversation, stay for the community — we look forward to seeing you there!

Let's Talk Lipedema Surgery - featuring Dr. Ghods and Dr. Giw - Livestream Q&A
2025-03-14 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.youtube.com/live/BKYweFIz2Lo?si=nl6fzYl_vbUssS40
? Let’s Talk – Lipedema Reduction Surgery | Live Stream Event ?

Join Lipedema Canada for an exclusive LIVE discussion on Lipedema Reduction Surgery, featuring Dr. Mojtaba Ghods and Dr. Giw Mostofizadeh, experts from the renowned Ernst Von Bergmann Klinik in Germany.

Dr. Ghods is a leader in lipedema care, research, and surgery, with extensive experience in advanced surgical techniques designed to improve the lives of those living with lipedema. Dr. Mostofizadeh is an esteemed surgeon specializing in lipedema reduction surgery, bringing his expertise to the discussion on treatment options and patient care.

Together, they will share insights into lipedema management, surgical treatment options, and what patients can expect from lipedema reduction surgery.

Following the discussion, we’ll open the floor to a live Q&A session, where you’ll have the chance to ask Dr. Ghods and Dr. Mostofizadeh your burning questions!

? Date: March 14th 2025⏰ Time: 2:00pm CST or 9pm Berlin time? Where: Live on YouTube

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from two of the world’s leading experts in lipedema surgery! RSVP now and join the conversation.

? #LipedemaCanada #LipedemaAwareness #LetsTalkLipedema

Building a Strong Lipedema Community with Diana Dimmock - Webinar
2025-03-28 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.youtube.com/live/vXFEStZBcgo?si=bhL0p7YZpgB-8-BY
Join us live for an empowering and insightful webinar with Diana Dimmock, founder of Accessibility 4 Every Body Consulting and dedicated advocate for inclusivity, accessibility, and self-advocacy. Diagnosed with lipo-lymphedema at the age of 34, Diana has channeled her personal experiences into meaningful advocacy, helping others navigate the challenges of lipedema while fostering community and support.

Location: Online via our YouTube Live with Q&A

In this engaging session, Diana will explore the importance of building a support system for those with Lipedema and provide practical strategies to foster connection, advocacy, and empowerment.

What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Building a Local Support Network – How in-person meetups and community-building can provide essential emotional and practical support.✔️ Hosting Virtual Support Groups – The benefits of online gatherings and how to create engaging, meaningful virtual spaces.✔️ Advocating for Yourself in Medical Settings – Tips for effectively communicating with healthcare professionals and ensuring your needs are met.✔️ Strengthening the Lipedema Canada Community – Ways to get involved, access resources, and find support through Lipedema Canada.✔️ Self-Care & Resilience – Balancing daily life with Lipedema while prioritizing well-being and emotional health.

Whether you are newly diagnosed, seeking connection, or looking for ways to advocate for yourself and others, this webinar is for you. Let’s come together to create a stronger, more supportive Lipedema community.

To learn more about Diana and Accessibility 4 Every Body Consulting, check out the links below

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Groupe de soutien virtuel pour le lipœdème - français
2025-04-04 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/groupe-de-soutien-virtuel-pour-le-lipoedeme-francais/
Le soutien de la communauté du lipœdème vous est offert virtuellement. Participez à l’appel de 60 minutes et entrez en contact avec d’autres personnes de votre communauté qui vivent avec le lipœdème. Caméras et micros allumés et format libre. Cette réunion est en ligne et se déroule en français.

Pour y participer, vous devez RSVP – le lien de la réunion vous sera alors envoyé par courriel.

Virtual Lipedma Support Group - English
2025-04-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/virtual-lipedma-support-group-english/
Bringing lipedema community support to you virtually. Join the 60 minute call and connect with others in your community living with lipedema. Cameras and mics on and free form format. This meet-up is online and hosted in English.To attend, you must RSVP – the meeting link will then be sent via email.

LymphyCon Health Conference
2025-04-26 09:00 - 2025-04-27 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Calgary Delta South, 135 Southland Dr. SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Get ready to mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual LymphyCON Health Conference, happening on April 26 & 27, 2025, at Calgary Delta South (135 Southland Dr. SE)! This isn’t just any ordinary conference; it’s like the Olympics for lymphatic health professionals, patients, and researchers! This year, organizers are cranking it up a notch with a multi-day extravaganza packed with more features than a Swiss Army knife. Enjoy an entertaining lineup of speakers, workshops, networking opportunities, classes, and a sprinkle of fun! And yes, we’ll keep your energy levels up with coffee, tea, snacks, and lunches all included with your ticket!

Highlights: (included in ticket price)

Compression Garment Fashion show

Lymph Social – 6-9 April 26th

Lipedema in-person support meet-up – April 26th at 6 pm

50/50 Raffle in Support of Lipedema Manitoba Association Draw
2025-04-30 19:00 - 19:30 (America/Winnipeg)
Win Big While Supporting Those Living with Lipedema! – Enter Our 50/50 Raffle Today!

We’re thrilled to launch the Lipedema Manitoba Association 50/50 Raffle, helping us raise vital funds to support those affected by lipedema—a chronic condition that causes painful fat accumulation, primarily in the legs and arms. Despite affecting millions of women, lipedema remains widely underdiagnosed and misunderstood.

Lipedema Manitoba Association is the only dedicated organization in Manitoba working to:

? Advocate for lipedema to be formally recognized within the healthcare system for better diagnosis and treatment.

? Educate & raise awareness among clinicians, policymakers, and the public to improve medical understanding and access to care.

? Provide community support through compression funding, inclusive exercise classes, and local events to help those living with lipedema.

Lipedema Manitoba’s mission is for all Manitobans living with lipedema to receive equitable healthcare.

Our goals for 2025 include:

– a one day educational symposium for clinicians including physicians, physiotherapists, massage therapists

– a video series on the lived experiences of those living with lipedema

– more in person & virtual meetups in Winnipeg & Brandon

– lipedema friendly yoga & aquafit classes

– educational information distributed to all physicians around Manitoba

– a Lipedema Awareness Day event

– a website for Lipedema Manitoba

– a compression garment-granting program (for those with financial need)

Now that we’ve received our charitable status, we’ve been able to apply for grants to cover a lot of our costs but we also need to fundraise to cover general administration costs. If you choose to donate, we will issue a charitable tax receipt. If you want to support us & possibly win some money, please consider purchasing some 50/50 tickets! Also, please share with your friends & family to raise the 50/50 payout!!

Now, you can help make a difference—and have a chance to win big! ?

How It Works:

?️ Buy your tickets to enter the raffle.? Winner takes 50% of the total prize pool!? The remaining 50% directly supports Lipedema Manitoba Association and its essential programs.

Dates to Remember:

? Tickets on sale: March 30, 2025?️ Draw date: April 30, 2025, at 7:00 PM

Get your tickets now and help us move the needle forward for those living with lipedema in Manitoba! ?

Fireside Chat – with the Board: Kick Off Lipedema Awareness Month
2025-06-03 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.youtube.com/live/WWPOxaeBNXQ?si=v2P2FCnE3N8_9HQv
Join us for a special evening with the Board of Lipedema Canada as we officially launch Lipedema Awareness Month. This intimate Fireside Chat is your opportunity to hear directly from our leadership, get a first look at what’s planned for June, and be part of a growing national movement of advocacy, education, and support.

What to Expect:

• Unveiling of Lipedema Awareness Month activities, including:

• Live and on-demand webinars

• Community special events

• In-person gatherings across Canada

• Celebrating our first year milestones and mapping our future

Interactive conversation with board members about our mission, progress, and how you can get involved

This event is free and open to the public—whether you are newly diagnosed, a caregiver, health professional, or advocate, we welcome you to come connect, learn, and share.

How to Watch and Participate: • Tune in directly via our YouTube and your comments and questions can be added to our broadcast live. Link HERE

• Watch and comment from our Facebook Live – Link HERE

Podcast - Thrive Beyond Size
2025-06-05 13:00 - 21:00 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYa1EcJBqJQ
The Disease That Affects Millions—and Still Doesn’t “Exist”

Lipedema is painful, progressive, and deeply underdiagnosed. And it’s time we talked about it.

Lipedema Canada volunteers Diana Dimmock and Emma Cloney sat down with Dr. Michelle Tubman of the Thrive Beyond Size podcast to talk about the reality of living with lipedema in Canada.

Here is what Michelle had to say about the experience:

I had a podcast interview this morning that profoundly affected me.I’ve struggled with many things about medicine for a while – I’m proud to be a physician and love my job, but I’m also deeply aware of the harm we often cause patients, and the medical trauma that results.Somewhere along the way I lost blind faith in medicine, and I think that’s a good thing. We often do things in medicine because a guideline says so, but we don’t question the evidence (or financial motivations) behind them. Or worse, we do things because “that’s just the way it’s done” when the evidence clearly tells us something different.But I often feel judged when I question things, and sometimes I doubt myself because of that.And then I have an interview like this, and I realize more than ever how important it is to question medicine.I interviewed Diana and Emma from Lipedema Canada.You may have never heard of lipedema. Here’s why: – it’s a condition affecting primarily women – it’s not taught in Canadian medical schools – very few Canadian doctors have even heard of it – there’s no diagnostic codes available for it in Canada – there’s no research done about it in Canada – there are zero surgeons in this country with the skills to treat it – it’s mistaken for being fat, and we all know the bias associated with thatWhy does this matter? – 1 in 9 women are affected by this – that means over 2 million Canadians! – it is a painful and debilitating condition – and treatment is availableWhat makes this all so shocking is that this isn’t some rare, unknown thing. There is a massive body of high quality literature about lipedema. Canada is literally 80 years behind the rest of the world.Women affected often need to travel to the US or to Europe to get the treatment they need, if they’re even able to get diagnosed.Can you imagine knowing something is wrong with your body, seeing doctor after doctor, and never getting an answer because your doctor doesn’t know (through no fault of their own)?Or being told to just eat less and move more and then being shamed when it doesn’t work?Or worse, doing research, and having questions about lipedema, and your doctor labeling you as “crazy” or a “problem patient” when you try to bring it up because they’ve never heard of it?It’s one thing if it’s a truly rare thing that the medical community is still learning about. But that’s not the case with lipedema. It’s well known and a common diagnosis – just not in Canada.This interview was meant to provide education on lipedema, and it ended up being so much more.It will be released on my podcast on June 5th. I recommend listening to it to learn more about lipedema, and also how Canadian healthcare is failing women. – Michelle

Listen to the Podcast

You can also find it at thrivebeyondsize.com/206.

YouTube https://youtu.be/SYa1EcJBqJQ

Substack, and a post to go along with our interview will be here: https://open.substack.com/pub/wayzahealth/p/the-disease-that-affects-millionsand?r=1uu96f&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

The Lipedema Landscape – A Head-to-Toe Assessment and Addressing Canada’s Awareness Gap
2025-06-11 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/the-lipedema-landscape-a-head-to-toe-assessment-and-addressing-canadas-awareness-gap/
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Part 1: June 11 2025 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm EDT

About the event

This session introduces lipedema from a clinical and patient-centred perspective. It provides a comprehensive head-to-toe assessment guide, explores barriers to assessment, diagnosis, and care, and emphasizes the need for interprofessional collaboration in managing this under-recognized condition.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

1. Describe the clinical characteristics and comorbidities of lipedema.

2. Perform a basic head-to-toe assessment to identify signs of lipedema.

3. Recognize the referral pathways and interdisciplinary roles in managing lipedema. – Identify the impact of lipedema on quality of life and daily functioning.

4. Discuss the challenges patients face in accessing care in Canada. Explore stigma and bias in lipedema diagnosis and treatment.

5. Apply new knowledge to improve awareness and early recognition in clinical practice.

Registration is free and open to all – whether you’re a clinician or patient. Certificates of attendance will be provided for all participants, and recording of the session will be available after the event.

Presenters:

Presenter: Emma Cloney, Vice President, Lipedema Canada

Moderator: Bev Smith, BScN, RN, NSWOC, President-Elect, NSWOCC

Presented in partnership with:

Lipedema Canada and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC)

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About the Organizers

Lipedema Canada is the leading national not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to supporting Canadians living with lipedema. – www.lipedemacanada.org

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) is a registered national charity representing over 700 specialized nurses and 1,300 members committed to advancing evidence-based practice, education, research, and leadership in wound, ostomy, and continence care. – nswoc.ca

(Clickable PDF below)

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Webinar 1: The Lipedema Landscape – A Head-to-Toe Assessment and Addressing Canada’s Awareness Gap (Jun 11, 2025 07:00 PM Eastern Time):

Zoom link

Event page on NSWOCC’s site

Facebook page

Lipedema in Lights – Brant Street Pier
2025-06-11 21:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | Brant Street Pier, Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Time: At sunset, approximately 9 PM, Burlington, Ontario

Lipedema Canada is proud to support community-led initiatives that raise awareness and foster visibility. On June 11th, join us in recognizing Lipedema Awareness Day with Lipedema in Lights, a special event organized by Jenn Sephton that will see the Brant Street Pier illuminated purple at sunset—the official colour of lipedema awareness.

This striking display is a tribute to those living with lipedema and a visual reminder of the importance of early diagnosis, compassionate care, and community support.

Please note: In cases of fog, rain, or snow, the pier may automatically switch to red lighting as part of its lighthouse safety system. This override cannot be manually changed.

We invite participation from near and far:

Local to Burlington? Visit the pier at sunset and take a selfie with the purple lights.

Elsewhere? Take a photo from home wearing purple to show your support.

Send your selfies to us via email photos@lipedemacanada.org or tag us on socials to be featured in our Lipedema Awareness community collage, a visual celebration of strength, solidarity, and shared purpose.

Together, let’s light up the night—and continue lighting the path forward for lipedema awareness.

Lipedema in Lights – at the CN Tower
2025-06-11 21:00 - 23:30 (America/Toronto) | CN Tower, 290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Time: From sunset onward – approximately 9 pm Toronto time

On June 11, 2025, in honour of Lipedema Awareness Day, the iconic CN Tower will glow purple as part of a nationwide show of support and recognition for those living with lipedema. This powerful awareness initiative was organized by Jenn Sephton, and Lipedema Canada is proud to stand behind it, supporting community-driven efforts that foster visibility and connection.

The CN Tower will share the evening lighting schedule with another cause. As such, the purple lighting for lipedema awareness will appear during the last 30 minutes of each hour, beginning at sunset. While the lights begin at sunset, they become fully visible approximately 30 minutes later, as the sky darkens.

Please note:

A standard light show runs nightly at the top of every hour for 5 minutes, with an additional light show at the half-hour mark.

The lighting schedule is subject to change at the discretion of CN Tower management and may be adjusted without notice due to technical or operational needs.

You can view the lighting live via webcam: CN Tower Live Views

We encourage everyone—whether you’re in Toronto or across the country—to show your support:

If you’re in the area, look up and take a selfie with the tower lit purple.

If you’re at home, take a photo wearing purple in solidarity.

Send us your photos and be part of our Lipedema Awareness community collage, a visual campaign to celebrate strength, unity, and advocacy. Email them to us at photos@lipedemacanada.org or tag us on social media.

Lipedema Canada is honoured to uplift voices like Jenn’s and to help shine a light—literally and figuratively—on lipedema awareness.

For lighting updates, visit the CN Tower Lighting Schedule.

Lipedema and Menopause - Webinar
2025-06-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | https://youtube.com/live/pBohq7BnXBk?feature=share
Lipedema and Menopause: How women’s shifting hormones change their bodies with and without Lipedema

Time across Canada:

4:00 PM PDT (British Columbia)

5:00 PM MDT (Alberta, Saskatchewan)

6:00 PM CDT (Manitoba)

7:00 PM EDT (Ontario, Quebec)

8:00 PM ADT (New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island)

8:30 PM NDT (Newfoundland and Labrador)

Menopause is a natural biological transition marking the end of a woman’s (AFAB) reproductive years, typically occurring between ages 45 and 55. It is diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a menstrual period and results from a decline in ovarian production of estrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes trigger a range of physical and emotional symptoms that women with lipedema need to recognize and monitor carefully. In fact, the dramatic hormonal shifts during menopause can cause rapid expansion of lipedema fat tissue, worsening swelling, pain, and discomfort. While treatments for menopausal symptoms and related health issues continue to evolve—often involving hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—many women with lipedema approach hormone use cautiously due to concerns about exacerbating their condition. So, can women with lipedema safely use menopausal hormone replacement therapy? Let’s explore this important question and more!

Join us for a much anticipated conversation with Dr. Celia Egan, MD DABOM MSCP – Director of Obesity Medicine and Metabolic Health at True Women’s Health in Grand Rapids Michigan.

Dr. Celia Egan, a dedicated advocate for women’s metabolic health and wellness. With dual board certifications in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, Dr. Egan brings a nonjudgmental, holistic approach to medical weight management and midlife health at true. Women’s Health®. Her work is grounded in science, compassion, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges women face as they age.

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Dr. Egan is nationally recognized for her expertise in Lipedema, a condition that affects up to 11% of women and is often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. She provides advanced, personalized care for women living with Lipedema and is passionate about raising awareness in both the medical and patient communities. Dr. Egan has served as a keynote speaker at the Obesity Medicine Association, the Fat Disorders Research Society Conference, and other national platforms, where she advocates for better diagnosis, research, and integrative treatment options.

From her specialized training in weight management, hormone health, and lifestyle medicine to her ongoing commitment to patient education, Dr. Egan empowers women through evidence-based strategies and compassionate care. Her goal is to help each woman find her own path to sustainable wellness—physically, emotionally, and hormonally.

Dr. Egan completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. After earning her medical degree from New York Medical College, she completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical Center–New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Her post-graduate work included oncology and survivorship care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and academic hospitalist medicine at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, IL. She then joined WellessenceMD, where she focused on obesity medicine, mindfulness, and preventive care in women’s primary care.

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This free webinar will be followed by a live Q&A and hosted on our Youtube platform. You can participate by watching live and placing your questions in the chat.

8 Surprising Truths About Lipedema – and How Canadians Are Still Being Left Behind
2025-06-12 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/8-surprising-truths-about-lipedema-and-how-canadians-are-still-being-left-behind/
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Time across Canada:

6:00 PM PDT

7:00 PM MDT

8:00 PM CDT

9:00 PM EDT

10:00 PM ADT

10:30 PM NDT

About the event

Building on the first session, this webinar highlights the systemic gaps in lipedema care, including health equity issues, gendered impacts, clinician education, and the lived experiences of those navigating Canada’s healthcare system with a lipedema diagnosis.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

1. Identify systemic and clinical barriers to lipedema assessment, diagnosis and care in Canada.

2. Describe fat-phobic and gendered biases affecting lipedema patients.

3. Explain the importance of clinician education in reducing misdiagnosis.

4. Summarize the major intersections that impact assessment and care.

5. Advocate for improved patient access to care and education resources.

6. Propose actionable next steps to support equitable lipedema care.

7. Reflect on the clinician’s role in transforming awareness into action.

Registration is free and open to all – whether you’re a clinician or patient. Certificates of attendance will be provided for all participants, and recording of the session will be available after the event.

Presenters:

Presenter: Emma Cloney, Vice President, Lipedema Canada

Moderator: Bev Smith, BScN, RN, NSWOC, President-Elect, NSWOCC

Presented in partnership with:

Lipedema Canada and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC)

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About the Organizers

Lipedema Canada is the leading national not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to supporting Canadians living with lipedema. – www.lipedemacanada.org

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) is a registered national charity representing over 700 specialized nurses and 1,300 members committed to advancing evidence-based practice, education, research, and leadership in wound, ostomy, and continence care. – nswoc.ca

(Clickable PDF below)

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Zoom Link

Event page on NSWOCC’s site

Facebook page

Trivia Night - Lipedema Edition
2025-06-17 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | https://youtube.com/live/cSqDume6k-M
Join Lipedema Canada for our feature event during Lipedema Awareness Month. Through the magic of the internet, we’re bringing our community together across the country for a live, online trivia gameshow full of fun facts and tough questions about lipedema. We may not be able to gather in person, but we’re going live and interactive right from your screen.

This event is free, open to all, and a great way to raise awareness and test your knowledge. Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just learning about lipedema, everyone is welcome to play along.

Event Time Across Canada:4:30 pm PDT – British Columbia5:30 pm MDT – Alberta6:30 pm CDT – Manitoba and Saskatchewan7:30 pm EDT – Ontario and Quebec8:30 pm ADT – Atlantic Canada9:00 pm NDT – Newfoundland and Labrador

Language Accessibility:The live broadcast will be in English. A French version of the gameshow questions will be available for those who wish to play along in French. Close captioning will be available on the post show replay on our YouTube channel.

You can play from home, or apply to be one of three live, on-camera contestants featured in our virtual gameshow. RSVP below to enter!Deadline to apply: June 14th 2025, 6 pm CDT

Contestants will be announced on June 15th, 2025, and notified via email.

How it Works:Lipedema Trivia Night will be hosted live on Lipedema Canada’s YouTube channel and website. Questions will be played through Kahoot, a free and easy-to-use platform. No app is required.

A link to join the live gameshow and instructions to join Kahoot will appear on the broadcast (YouTube) when we go live at 6:30 pm.

You can join the game in two ways:

1. Scan the QR code that appears on screen during the broadcast using your mobile device.

2. Or go to the Kahoot game link in your web browser on a phone, tablet, or computer

We recommend watching the live broadcast on your computer or smart TV for the best experience, while using your mobile device or a second screen to submit your answers.

Prizes:

Prize 1: The top-scoring live contestant (on-camera contestant) will win:

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• One (1) WAVER Vibration Plate, generously provided by Lipedema Canada sponsor LifePro.

• Two (2) 30-minute Vibration Plate coaching sessions with Debby Pelletier, certified Vibration Plate Expert/Coach.

Please note: The Vibration Plate is shipped via Amazon. To be eligible as an in-studio on-camera contestant, you must live in a location that can accept deliveries from Amazon.

Prize 2: The highest-scoring at-home player will receive the Lipedema Canada prize pack, which includes:

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• A Lipedema Canada prize pack including a T-shirt of your choice, a “Spot the Signs” tote bag, and our lipedema awareness notebook.

• One pair of custom-made-to-measure flat-knit compression garments, courtesy of our platinum sponsor, Bauerfeind Curaflow Canada.

• One (1) 30-minute Vibration Plate coaching session with Debby Pelletier, certified Vibration Plate Expert/Coach.

Eligibility and Rules:

• You must be 18 years or older to enter to win

• You must be a Canadian resident with a valid Canadian mailing address to be eligible to win prizes.

• Participants from outside of Canada are welcome to play along for fun only.

• To be eligible for one (1) LifePro WAVER Vibration Plate and (2) coaching sessions, you must RSVP on our website, live in a location that can accept Amazon deliveries, and check the box to apply as a live on-camera contestant

• To be eligible to win the at-home prize pack (Lipedema Canada T-shirt, tote bag, notebook), and one (1) pair of Bauerfeind Curaflow Compression Garments, you must RSVP via the website and participate live using your phone or computer

• Winners will be determined by highest score in each category (live and at-home)

RSVP Below:

Important Notices:This is a free event hosted by Lipedema Canada, a volunteer-run organization. No purchase is necessary.

With Gratitude:We extend our heartfelt thanks to our event sponsors, Bauerfeind Curaflow Canada and LifePro, for their generous support of Lipedema Trivia Night and for helping us raise awareness in such a fun and meaningful way.

We can’t wait to play, learn, and raise awareness with you. Let’s make Lipedema Trivia Night a night to remember.

Lipedema at the Leg
2025-06-24 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Manitoba Legislative Building, 450 Broadway, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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.

Show 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.

This 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.

Bring a lawn chair, your favorite water bottle, and a few snacks as we gather, share stories, and spark important conversations about lipedema.

To 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.

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Attend to enter to Win a $500 gift certificate toward a purchase of compression garments for Lipedema

The 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.

Join 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.

You’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!

Germany Approves Lipedema Surgery Coverage: What it Means for Canada – A Community Discussion (Webinar)
2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg)
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.

What does this mean for Canada?

At Lipedema Canada • Lipoedème Canada, we know this news has sparked a lot of questions, hopes, and calls for action from our community:

• Will this lead to increased awareness among healthcare providers?

• Could this help push forward surgery coverage in Canada?

• What can we do, individually and collectively, to make change happen?

Lipedema 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.

This open and informative session will include:

✅ An overview of Germany’s policy decision and how it came to be

✅ What this means for access to treatment and recognition of lipedema as a legitimate, treatable condition

✅ How this may influence healthcare policies and coverage decisions in Canada

✅ Concrete next steps for Canadian advocacy, education, and action

Whether 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.

Live French captions will be available during the webinar, and bilingual team members will be present to answer questions in both English and French.

Please note: Space is limited to 500 registrants.

A recording of the discussion will be shared afterward on our YouTube channel for those who are unable to attend live.

Let’s come together to learn, share, and help shape the future of lipedema treatment in Canada.

Warm regards,

The Lipedema Canada / Lipoedème Canada Team

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Fireside Chat with Lipedema Canada
2025-12-08 19:00 - 20:15 (America/Winnipeg) | https://www.lipedemacanada.org/event/fireside-chat-with-lipedema-canada/
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.

We 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.

We look forward to having you join us.
