Provides online community for individuals with Crohn's diseases, ulcerative colitis or other forms of inflammatory bowel disease( IBD).Crohn's and Colitis Connect platform connect members of the Crohn's and Colitis Canada team and others affected by these diseases to get advice, emotional support and information. Includes:

  • Connect with experienced individuals
  • Get advice about managing symptoms, navigating treatment and caring those affected
  • Join virtual peer connect events
  • Find information from evidence-based resources

Note: These programs do not replace professional counselling or advice from one's medical specialists.


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Online information and resources related to Crohn's disease and colitis, including:

  • Signs and symptoms
  • Risks
  • Diagnosis
  • Testing
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Pain management
  • Treatment
  • Mental health and wellness
  • Exercise and lifestyle
  • Travelling with IBD
  • Insurance and government support
  • Relationships and intimacy
  • Fertility and pregnancy
  • IBD journey
  • COVID-19 and IBD
  • Research
  • Advocacy

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Provides online webinars and occasional regional in-person events about Crohn's disease and colitis. Includes:

  • Treatment, medication and therapies
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Symptom management
  • Mental health
  • Research advancements
  • Past event archive videos and more

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Awards $5,000 scholarships to 15 students living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis who are attending a Canadian post-secondary institution for the upcoming fall semester.

Application deadline is earlier in the summer.


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