Kingston
Oasis Communities for Aging Well
53 Walkers|13 Teams|6 Volunteers|19 Days Left
The Grand Parade is a family-friendly fundraiser walk that helps local charities who support aging Canadians and their families. Team up, walk, and fundraise with us on Saturday, September 20, 2025!
About Oasis Communities for Aging Well
Oasis Communities for Aging Well (powered by Queen's University) is a community-based program designed by older adults for older adults. Oasis seeks to support healthy aging by creating a socially connected community of older adults living in Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs). Oasis is member-driven and addresses key social determinants of healthy aging such as isolation, nutrition, physical activity, and sense of purpose.
Rooted in the values of self-determination and community, the Oasis model centers the voices and choices of its members, offering programs that reflect their identified needs and aspirations. By fostering meaningful connections, supporting wellness, and encouraging participation, it provides a supportive environment where older adults can participate in a variety of activities, programs, and services that promote healthy aging, lifelong learning, and social interaction.
Through partnerships with public, not-for-profit, and private sector organizations, Oasis delivers a supportive living model that builds community, promotes well-being, and enhances quality of life for older adults.
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Community Sponsors
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Event Day Details
Save the date - TGP Day is September 20, 2025!
Start/Finish Google Map
2 King Street West Kingston
Schedule
- 10:00 am: Meet Check-in
- 10:45 am: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks
- 11:00 am: Move Send-off
- 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 1:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2026!
Not able to join us at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and walk offsite with friends and family.
Route Details
- Route Distances: Check out the maps below to see where we will be walking.
- Rest Stop: Keep an eye out for opportunities to rest and refresh with yummy snacks along the route.
- Signage: Routes will be well-signed with bold branded TGP signs.
- Route Support: Route marshals and rest stop hosts will provide support along the route.
- Walkers 12 and Under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at The Grand Parade except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >
Check-In
- All walkers participating at the Main Event on Saturday, September 20, 2025 must check-in upon arrival.
- Please Note: There is no registration fee to participate in The Grand Parade but fundraising is encouraged.
- T-shirts! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a TGP shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.
- Offsite fundraising walkers can contact their local event director to arrange shirt pickup the week of the event.
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Handling Money
- Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the TGP Head Office.
- Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to The Grand Parade with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to TGP Head Office along with your completed pledge form.
- Cash: You have 2 options:
- 1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...
- 2. Write a cheque (made out to “The Grand Parade”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the TGP Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.
Waivers
All participants must register online and accept the electronic waiver.
- Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
- Youth/Children under the age of majority need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online waiver form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before TGP Day.
- You may also bring a filled-out printed waiver.
- Waiver forms will be available at check-in on TGP Day.
What to Bring
A few common sense suggestions:
- A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
- Good shoes for walking
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for
2024 TGP Photos
Here's a collection of our favorite photos from TGP 2024 nationwide. Special thanks to our many amazing photographers!
Contact Us
TGP Kingston 2025
The TGP Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email kingston@thegrandparade.org