New Westminster

About Seniors Services Society

Seniors Services Society is the only agency in Metro Vancouver that works exclusively with homeless and at-risk seniors. As such we see firsthand the increasing number of seniors facing housing crisis, and the rise of homelessness among the senior population.

Working in partnership with all levels of government, community service organizations and local businesses, we offer a place of safety and support to seniors struggling with poverty, isolation and homelessness within the lower Mainland. In the last year our 3 unique seniors housing programs have delivered:

• Individualized Housing Counselling to over 2,000 seniors

• One-on-one Housing Outreach to 288 seniors who are homeless or severely at-risk

• Temporary Housing to 16 homeless seniors while assisting them with finding permanent housing

Together these programs have directly resulted in 65 seniors finding permanent housing, but we can’t do this alone. We need your help. Together we can make a difference.

Thank you.

Contact Us

Seniors Services Society

Brett O'Reilly Event Coordinator
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email info@thegrandparade.org

Community Sponsors

New Westminster is super grateful for our fantastic 2019 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Event Day Details

Save the date - Event Day is June 1, 2019!

The Grand Parade is a super-fun, family-friendly fundraising walk that celebrates and supports aging Canadians and their families across Canada. Join us!

Start

River Market, New Westminster

810 Quayside Dr, New Westminster, BC V3M 6B9

Times

• 9:00 am - Registration opens

• 10:00 am - Opening Ceremonies

• 10:15 am - Walk begins

• 11:00 am - Registration closes

• 11:00 am - Meal service begins

• 12:00 pm - Route closes, meal service ends

Between 11:00 and 1:00 pm a warm, light meal will be served to all walkers and volunteers.

Registration

Registration opens at 9:00 am

All walkers must check-in at registration upon arrival

Walkers 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

Pets are not permitted at The Grand Parade, except for approved and trained service animals.

Registration Type

• Children 0-10: Free

• Youth 11-17: Fundraise a minimum of $75 or pay registration fee

• Adult 18+: Fundraise a minimum of $150 or pay registration fee

For those who chose to pay the non-refundable registration fee, the early bird cost of $25 applies until Sunday, May 26th. Beginning May 27th, the optional registration fee increases to $40.

Have questions?

• Visit our FAQ section!

Route Details

Route Options include:

• 2.5 km walk

• 5 km walk

Route marshalls, rest stop attendants, and sweep vehicle drivers will be available for support along the route.

What to Bring

• cheques made out to "The Grand Parade" and cash donations

• a completed Pledge Form or My Results Form if you're bringing in cash or cheques

• a signed Waiver Form for anyone:

• 17 yrs and under or

• who didn’t sign up online (before event day)

• good walking shoes

• your own water bottle

Keep an eye on the expected weather. Your safety is paramount.

If there are weather warnings, we'll celebrate indoors.

New Westminster Scoreboard

Are you thrashing the competition (for a good cause)? Find out here! Stats are updated every 15 minutes. See how you stack up on the national scoreboard >

New Westminster Maps

All routes are generously marked with bright TGP signage, staffed by friendly volunteers, and include rest stops with snacks along the way.