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 is celebrating 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.
Event Day Details
Save the date - Event Day is September 16, 2023!
2030 Bristol Circle, Oakville, ON L6H0H2
Local Details
Masking
Masking is required at this event
Parking
There is ample parking on site. Please use the large lot and keep the spots in front of the Centre clear for client drop off.
Rest Stop
The rest stop will be located halfway along our 2.5 km route, across from Winston Woods. Stop by for snacks and a bottle of water.
Post-Event Meal
We will be providing all participants a Lunch Box To-Go! Come back to the registration desk after your walk!
Schedule
- 10:00 am: Meet Check-in + Welcome
- 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
- 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
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.