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May is Celiac Awareness Month

Celiac is a Chameleon. Celiac disease isn’t always easy to spot. It can show up as fatigue, anxiety, anemia, skin issues—or no symptoms at all. This Awareness Month, we’re exposing how it hides and helping more people get the diagnosis they deserve.

Let's Celebrate Celiac Awareness Month!

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that affects approximately 1% of Canadians — or about 400,000 people. Yet, up to 80% remain undiagnosed.

That means hundreds of thousands of Canadians may be living with symptoms or ongoing health impacts without knowing the cause.

Our mission is to find these individuals and help them take steps toward diagnosis and reclaim their quality of life.

With thanks to Promise Gluten Free for partnering with us to support awareness efforts this May.

Sadie, Diagnosed at Age 8

Could it Be Celiac?

If you or someone you care about is struggling with unexplained symptoms like stomach pain, fatigue, skin issues, or mood changes, it might be more than just stress or a sensitive stomach. Celiac disease can look different in everyone—and often goes undiagnosed. Our quick symptom checklist can help you learn whether celiac could be the cause. It only takes a minute and could be the first step toward getting answers.

Help Spread Awareness

Share Your Story

Help us raise awareness by sharing your personal "chameleon" story—how celiac disease showed up in surprising or hidden ways in your life. Your voice can help others recognize the signs and feel less alone on their journey.

Start a Fundraiser

Turn your passion into impact by starting your own fundraiser this May to support Celiac Awareness Month and help drive change for those living with celiac disease.

Colouring Contest

Get out your crayons and creativity—join our Celiac Awareness Month colouring contest and show us how Celiac is a Chameleon! Submit your masterpiece for a chance to be featured and win fun prizes!

Raise Awareness in Your School

Kids Teach Kids on May 13th in recognition of International Celiac Awareness Day! Celiac Canada provides resources and support to help families and schools raise awareness and get involved.

Get your Celiac Swag

Show your support this Celiac Awareness Month by purchasing official merchandise—every item helps raise awareness and funds for vital programs. Wear it proudly and help us spark conversations that lead to change!

Shine a Light Events

Join us throughout May for Shine a Light events across Canada to raise awareness for celiac disease. Together, we'll light up the night in support of diagnosis, education, and advocacy.

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Thank you, Promise Gluten Free, for your generous support in helping us shine a light on celiac disease this May.

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