Trailblazer in the Sky - Page 2

Stephen has been back flying with Air Canada since 2003, and is proud to have been part of such a ground-breaking move to allow people with Type I diabetes to fly. Australia and South Africa have agreed to follow Canada's protocols, and this opens up a whole new world of opportunity for people with diabetes around the world. With proper care and excellent control, there isn't anything a person with diabetes can't do, and Stephen Steele is a perfect example of that. It took him a long while to get his license back, but he says he wouldn't trade in all the experience he got as a result of being diagnosed with diabetes.

Stephen says that his diabetes hasn't been a burden for him, but rather an opportunity to expand his horizons and educate others through volunteering with the CDA, as well as educating his colleagues on the job. He speaks openly about his diabetes with his crew and flight staff - and while he used to get "surprised looks" in the early days, they all know him by now and know that he has his health well under control.

In this final video clip on the right, Stephen shares some final thoughts of encouragement for newly diagnosed diabetics on how diabetes doesn't have to hold you back from doing anything you set your mind to for yourself in your life.

Thank you, Stephen, for your passion and commitment, and for paving the way for the next generation of Type I diabetics who wish to pursue a career in aviation. Your tenacity is a shining example of living an unstoppable life with diabetes!

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