Why We Walk
Now in its 5th year, this walk began during the pandemic with Jo & Jo (Josephine & Jocelyne) — and continues today!
We walk to support education, dignity, and transformation in Rwanda by raising vital funds for
Shelter Them children, families, and community programs
Every step counts
Every walker makes an impact!
🎉 Celebration at Jack Darling Memorial Park — 3:00 PM
Join us at the finish line for:
- 🎶 Live music, snacks & refreshments
- 🌟 Stories of impacted lives from Rwanda
- 📸 Group photo & sponsor shout-outs
Support Shelter Them – Donate Online
Choose your distance and know that all walkers finish together!
🟡
22 km Walk
Start: Marie Curtis Park (Etobicoke)
🕒 Start Time: 8:30 AM
🔵
10 km Walk
Start: Port Credit Memorial Park
🕒 Start Time: 11:00 AM
🟢
5 km Walk
Start: Clarkson / Lorne Park area
🕒 Start Time: 1:00 PM
All routes finish at Jack Darling Memorial Park for a celebration at 3:00 PM!
Register & Fundraise
Register by filling out the form on this page. We’ll be checking often to see who’s joining us!
After registering, you’ll receive: confirmation & walk day info, fundraising tips, and updates leading up to the event.
📣 Invite friends, family, and coworkers to sponsor your walk—the more the merrier!
If you’re sponsoring someone or want to donate to our walk:
100% of the funds raised go directly to Shelter Them’s programs in Rwanda.
What to Bring?
- 👟 Comfortable walking shoes
- 🥤 Water bottle & light snacks
- 👕 Shelter Them or FFT t-shirt (if you have one)
- 😄 Big smile and lots of energy!
👉 Arrive 30 minutes early at your start location for check-in & a group photo.
