Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia

Overview

Health Research BC and the Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia partner to advance research that improves understanding, diagnosis, and quality of life for those affected by celiac disease and related conditions. This collaboration supports evidence that informs care, dietary guidance, and health outcomes.

The Canadian Celiac Association British Columbia is a registered charity that supports people who are affected by celiac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis, and other gluten-related conditions.

Celiac Disease (CD) is a genetic, multi-system, autoimmune disorder where the body reacts to gluten and other prolamines in wheat (e.g. durum, kamut, spelt), rye and barley. Gluten consumption causes damage to the absorptive surface of the small intestine and can result in malnutrition, anemia, nutritional deficiencies and an increased risk of other autoimmune diseases and some cancers of the gut.