Welcome to Walktober
a virtual event in support of elder homeless men.
During the month of October, walk, hike, run or bike – any day, any distance.
Set a goal and challenge yourself. Invite family and friends to join your team or support you with a donation towards your goal.
Proceeds help reduce barriers – and steps – to accessing programs and supports vital to the health and wellbeing of elder homeless men, including health care, housing and food security.
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Everybody wins
Raffle prizes
About Haven Toronto
Open every day, all year, Haven Toronto reduces barriers – and steps – for elder homeless men by providing onsite access to nurses, crisis and housing counsellors, and Support Care Workers.
Clients also access nutritious meals, computers and free WIFI, and showers, laundry and emergency clothing. Learn more at: www.haventoronto.ca
Sponsors
1) How do I participate?
Walk, run, hike or bike – it’s up to you! You can challenge yourself to reach a specific goal or dedicate more time to staying active during the month of Walktober.
2) Is there a fee to sign up?
No. This year's registration is free thanks to a sponsor.
3) Can I fundraise on my own or do I need to be a part of a team?
You can do either. Fundraise on your own or ask friends and family to join your team and fundraise together. There are terrific prizes for fundraising.
4) Is fundraising mandatory?
Walktober is about raising awareness of the barriers facing elder men impacted by poverty, homelessness and isolation. Fundraising is not mandatory. Any funds that are raised will support vital programs at Haven Toronto.
5) Are donations tax-receiptable?
Donations of $20 or more will receive a charitable tax receipt. Upon making a donation you will receive a receipt from Race Roster. This is not a tax receipt. An official Tax Receipt will be sent by Haven Toronto at the end of the campaign.
6) What will my donation go towards?
All donations will support programs and services offered by Haven Toronto, including healthy meals for elder homeless men.
7) Can the top team fundraising prize be divided up amongst the team?
Yes. The prize can be one (1) gift card valued at $400 or gift cards of smaller denominations totalling $400 for individual use.
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If you have any further questions about Walktober, please contact us at info@haventoronto.ca.
Official tax receipts
Donations of $20 or more will receive a charitable tax receipt. An official Tax Receipt will be sent by Haven Toronto beginning in November (at the end of the campaign).
Top fundraisers
1 | View fundraiser page for Andrew |
Andrew C.$2,738.31 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
View page for Andrew |
2 | View fundraiser page for Todd |
Todd K.$1,054.26 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
View page for Todd |
3 | View fundraiser page for Jennifer |
Jennifer S.$956.31 Raised$500.00 Goal |
View page for Jennifer |
Top teams
1 |
SI SYSTEMS$3,122.01 Raised$2,500.00 Goal |
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2 |
C3 Toronto - Sisters Following Jesus$500.00 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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3 |
Team M&B$223.93 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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Top donors
No. | Name | Amount |
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1 | Infinitree | $1,000.00 |
2 | Jason and Michelle Sparaga | $537.69 |
3 | IQ Business Events Inc. | $537.69 |
Total raised
100 percent of the goal has been raised
Walktober
Participant photos from Walktober 2022 and the inaugural Walktober (2021)
Contact information
- Event contact
- Dave
- info@haventoronto.ca
- Phone
- 1-844-WALKTBR (925-5827)
- Website
- Visit website