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7th Annual Seize The Day, London

Virtual 2.5K Walk and 5K Run

Walking in honour and memory of people affected by seizures
Let's make every step count! Carpe Diem!

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On Your Marks…Get Set…Go: The 7th Annual Seize the Day Goes Virtual

Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) kicks off the 7th Annual Seize the Day 5k Run / 2.5k Walk on Saturday, September 12, 2020.

Even though we have been forced to host the event virtually, the goal is the same….to raise funds to provide support and educational services for people living with epilepsy, their families and their communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.

Whether you are participating to honour someone you sadly lost to a seizure, supporting those affected by epilepsy, or want to help raise awareness, we invite you to join us for this special occasion. If you are a marathon runner, a leisurely jogger or a casual walker...everyone is welcome to participate! We hope you can join us and help make this annual event even bigger this year to show people living with epilepsy that they are not alone!

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What is a Virtual Run/Walk?

A virtual run is a race that can be run (walked or in a wheelchair/stroller) from any location you choose. You get to create your own route, participate at your own pace and time it yourself (if you so desire). You have from September 12 - 27, 2020 to complete your 2.5 or 5K.

Registration fees

Virtual 2.5K Walk Closed

  1. Free
    Jul. 1 - Sep. 27

Virtual 5K Run Closed

  1. Free
    Jul. 1 - Sep. 27

How It Works

  1. Register your team (waived registration fee this year)
  2. Order your event t-shirt ($20 - $25 each) no later than August 7, 2020, if desired (no delivery – predetermined pick up locations in London, Windsor area and Seaforth only).
  3. Collect pledges from your friends and family.
  4. Download your “I am walking for” sign. Download here.
  5. Mark your calendar to tune into the Opening Ceremony via Facebook Live or our YouTube live stream on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at 10 a.m.
  6. Have your team complete your walk or run between the specified time period (take lots of pictures and tag us on social media…let’s see your purple!) You can also upload your pictures directly on our Race Roster page by selecting the "View Gallery" tab on the left.
  7. Download a generic participant certificate (download here) or print your own personalized certificate once you submit your results on Race Roster.
  8. Celebrate with us! Join us for the Closing Ceremony via Facebook live or YouTube live stream on Sunday, September 27, 2020, at 4 pm. Total raised and prize winners will be announced.

Prizes will be awarded for:

  1. Team Captain with the most participants
  2. Team Captain with the highest team pledges
  3. Top individual pledge earner, London
  4. Top individual pledge earner, Windsor
  5. Best themed team uniform

Note: In order to be eligible for the above prizes you need to submit your pledges and money to our office by Thursday, September 24, 2020. Our office is by appointment only so please schedule an appointment to drop off during our office hours. If you need to drop off outside of office hours, please email michelle@epilepsyswo.ca to arrange an alternative drop off time.

Start Fundraising - Set Up Your Page

Set up your fundraising page by clicking here for instructions: SET UP FUNDRAISING

By setting up your page in just minutes you can share with friends and family to either join you or support you.

Share the following poster to encourage others to join: Poster

Walk as a Team

  • Register as a team! Teams must have a minimum of 4 people and must register in advance

  • We have created a Team Captain's Kit for those who are interested in organizing a team for the event.

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I'm Walking For

  • Would you like to run or walk in memory or support of somebody? Send your “I’m Walking For” pictures to melissa@epilepsyswo.ca

Top teams

1

Quinn’s Army

$8,830.00

Raised

$10,000.00

Goal
2

Dylans Dudes

Raised:

$3,350.00

3

Beckett's Battle

$2,800.00

Raised

$2,000.00

Goal

Top fundraisers

1 View fundraiser page for Brandyn

Brandyn Cook

$2,345.00

Raised

$1,500.00

Goal
2 View fundraiser page for Quinn

Quinn Cook

Raised: $1,170.00

3 View fundraiser page for Sue

Sue Cook

$1,150.00

Raised

$1,000.00

Goal

Contact information

Event contact
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario
Email
melissa@epilepsyswo.ca
Phone
+1 519-433-4073
Website
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Sponsors

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