$5,1006%Goal:
$75,000
Ottawa Westboro
Hosted by Unitarian House of Ottawa
The Grand Parade is a family-friendly fundraiser walk that helps support local charities who provide essential care and service for aging Canadians. Team up, walk, and fundraise with us on Saturday, September 17, 2022!
Community Sponsors
Ottawa Westboro (Unitarian House of Ottawa) is super grateful for our fantastic 2022 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Event Day Details
Save the date - Event Day is September 17, 2022!
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20 Cleary Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario
This year the route will be entirely on the beautiful Unitarian House of Ottawa Campus
Schedule
- 10:00 am: Meet Check-in opens
- 11:00 am: Move Opening remarks + send-off
- 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 1:00 pm: Mosey Go Home
Check-in
- All walkers will check-in personally at the event on Saturday, September 17, 2022.
- 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.
- No money or cheques will be processed at check-in.
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Waivers
All participants should register online and accept the electronic waiver.
- Adults: When you register online, you will automatically accept an electronic waiver, which is all that is needed for adults.
- Youth/Children: If you have youth or children on your team, they will need to have their parent or guardian sign a printed paper waiver.
- Someone on your team (like you!) must take a photo of all child/youth waivers and send them to waivers@thegrandparade.org.
- Waivers will be available at check-in on Event Day.
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.
- 12 and Under walkers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
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
Ottawa Westboro Maps
Check out this year's TGP route maps below:
This year the route will take place entirely on the beautiful campus that surrounds Unitarian House of Ottawa. Participants can choose to do as many laps as they like to rack up those kilometres!
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 >
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 personal fulfillment and comfort in a beautiful setting overlooking the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway.
We are known for our friendly atmosphere, and thrive by creating opportunities for residents to share interests, make new friends and participate in the wealth of activities taking place throughout the year.
2021 TGP Photos
Here's a collection of our favourite photos from TGP 2021 nationwide - special thanks to our many volunteer photographers who sent them in!
