Our team is walking in the Parkinson Canada SuperWalk to raise money for Parkinson Canada which will empower the Parkinson's community through tailored support, innovative research and raising the voice of all those impacted by Parkinson's.

Renfrew is hosting its own walk this year. The walk will be held on September 15th, starting at the Renfrew Visitors Information Centre at 190 Mask Road. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the walk will start at 10 :00 a,m. There will be the option of a 2 or 5 km route and everyone is welcome to join us. Participants are welcome to ride a bike or scooter if they prefer! 

Our team is named GO FOR HOHO JOE in honour of  the memory of a former support group member who recently lost his battle with PD. Joe Gauthier was a volunteer for the Renfrew Lions Club, the Knights of Columbus and Parkinson Canada as well as other community and charitable events. In 2019 Joe raised over $10,000 for the Parkinson Canada Walk. Our team walk this year will honour the memory of Joe, recognizing his role as Santa in 50 years of Renfrew Christmas parades.

More than 100,000 Canadians live with Parkinson's, a number expected to increase substantially in the coming years, with 30 Canadians diagnosed each day. Parkinson's is a disease that affects not only individuals but also families, friends and care partners who come together to manage the realities of Parkinson's.

Parkinson's is the fastest growing neurological disorder in the world. In the brain, nerves exchange signals through dopamine, a chemical that controls movement. Parkinson's symptoms occur when cells that produce dopamine die. Currently, there is no cure, and the need is only increasing. By 2031, the number of people living with Parkinson's in Canada will more than double. The support you provide makes a positive impact: improving the quality of life for people living with Parkinson's disease as well as finding a cure.

Your donation can help our team reach our goal, and together, we can inspire and empower people living with Parkinson's to thrive. Because living well is still possible.