Raised:
$37,962
75%Goal:
$50,000

Ottawa Westboro

Hosted by Unitarian House of Ottawa

22Walkers12Teams6Volunteers

The Grand Parade is a family-friendly fundraiser walk that helps support local charities who serve and support seniors and their families across Canada. Team up, walk, and fundraise with us on Saturday, September 16, 2023!

Community Sponsors

Ottawa Westboro (Unitarian House of Ottawa) is super grateful for our fantastic 2023 sponsors! View all sponsors >

Ottawa Westboro 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 >

Teams
Walkers

#

Team Name

Captain

Members

Raised

1

Wonder Walkers

Mélanie Lefebvre

3

10,217.81

2

Road Scholars

Sabine Couture

3

9,384.00

3

Walk-a-holics

Carolina Mendes

2

1,930.00

4

Family Matters

Jennifer Brierley

3

1,850.00

5

Ali-oops

Alison Munro

1

1,701.00

6

Barry & Jackie

Barry & Jackie

1

1,400.00

7

Thomson Team

Eleanor Thomson

1

1,350.00

8

Cas’s Casuals

Brian Castledine

1

1,200.00

9

Bionic Hipsters

Lynn McAllister

1

960.00

10

Dream team

Kluew Larissa

1

670.00

11

Walkie Talkies

Jushel Equiña

1

350.00

12

Walk-a-holics

Carolina Mendes

1

#

Name

Team Name

Donors

Raised

1

Mélanie Lefebvre

Wonder Walkers

41

7,090.00

2

Jackie Holzman

15

4,300.00

3

Clea Derwent

Road Scholars

44

4,200.00

4

Sabine Couture

Road Scholars

17

4,134.00

5

Barry & Jackie

Barry & Jackie

13

1,350.00

6

Eleanor Thomson

Thomson Team

7

1,350.00

7

Ria Heynen

Family Matters

9

1,300.00

8

Maxine Hamilton

Walk-a-holics

7

1,285.00

9

Mary Ellen Onno

Wonder Walkers

17

1,107.81

10

Maryan O'Hagan

Road Scholars

11

1,050.00

11

Brian Castledine

Cas’s Casuals

5

1,000.00

12

Lynn McAllister

Bionic Hipsters

15

810.00

13

Alison Munro

Ali-oops

22

701.00

14

Kluew Larissa

Dream team

9

670.00

15

Diana Boulter

Wonder Walkers

6

650.00

16

Anne Orfald

5

600.00

17

Carolina Mendes

Walk-a-holics

5

595.00

18

Jennifer Brierley

Family Matters

4

450.00

19

Jushel Equiña

Walkie Talkies

5

350.00

20

Janet Beauvais

Family Matters

21

Carolina Mendes

Walk-a-holics

The Challenge

Got a big-hearted business, workplace, group, church, or community? Step up and join the Challenge to compete for your local pride in support of TGP. Check the National Challengeboard to see more!

About Unitarian House of Ottawa

Unitarian House is Ottawa's not-for-profit Retirement Residence and Senior Apartments.


We are a vibrant community of residents, staff and volunteers which offers security, freedom, opportunities for maximum personal fulfillment and comfort in a beautiful setting overlooking the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway.


We are known for our friendly atmosphere, advocacy, and thrive by creating opportunities for residents to share interests, make new long lasting friendships and participate in the wealth of activities taking place throughout the year.

Event Day Details

Save the date - Event Day is September 16, 2023!

StartGoogle Map

20 Cleary Ave

Ottawa, ON.

K2A 3Z9


Start location will be in the courtyard at 20 Cleary Ave, Ottawa, ON.

Schedule

  • 10:00 am: Meet Check-in + Welcome
  • 11:00 am: Move Send-off
  • 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
  • 1:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2024!

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 16, 2023.
  • 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!

Waivers

All participants should register online.


  • 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)
  • 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

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.

Contact Us


TGP Ottawa Westboro 2023

The TGP Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email ottawawestboro@thegrandparade.org

Got questions about The Grand Parade?
info@thegrandparade.org | 1.877.743.3413