Event Day Details
Save the date - TGP Day is September 21, 2024!
Local Details
Start/Finish
2030 Bristol Circle, Oakville ON L6H 0H2
Join us from 10:00 - 11:00AM for breakfast snacks and a pre-walk dance party!
Parking
There is plenty of free parking on site
Lunch
A light lunch will be served at between 12:00 - 1:00PM
You can eat on our patio or take your lunch to go!
Dietary
Lunch is Halal chicken hot dogs, vegetarian hot dogs, drinks and chips
Schedule
- 10:00 am: Meet Check-in + Welcome
- 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 1:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2025!
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: We have a great route where you can walk 2.5 km or 5 km with us.
- Rest Stop: There will be one rest stop with yummy snacks and drinks.
- Signage: The route will be well-signed with our bold burgundy 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 check-in personally at the event on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
- 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.
- There is no registration fee to participate in The Grand Parade, but most walkers raise $250-300 or more in support of their charity.
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
- Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
- Youth/Children under 18 need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online waiver form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before TGP Day.
- 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)
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for
About Seniors Life Enhancement Centres
Seniors Life Enhancement Centres (SLEC) is a progressive non-profit Adult Day Program providing services for individuals who have cognitive impairments, frail health, and/or physical disabilities. SLEC celebrated its 30th year of service in 2023! SLEC is located in Oakville (Winston-Churchill Blvd and the QEW) serving residents from across the Mississauga and Halton Regions.
Our Vision: Transforming Lives through Purposeful Living
Our Values: Believe, Love and Excellence.
Our Mission: Providing caregiver respite by promoting independence and enriching the lives of adults with physical and/or cognitive challenges through health and recreational services personalized to the needs of our clients and their families.