Celebrating 10 Years of Supporting Our Purple Community!
Join ESWO to Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Seize the Day
On Sunday, September 24th, 2023, Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) will hold our Annual Seize the Day Fundraiser at Graham Family Eco Park! All funds raised will help to provide support and educational services for people living with epilepsy, their families, and their communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.
This year we are hosting a party-theme to celebrate the 10th anniversary of this event! We encourage you to join us in-person or virtually wearing your best party costume!
This family fun event will start at 10:00am, include a run and walk, followed by a BBQ.
Whether you are participating to honour a loved one, support those affected by epilepsy, or simply just want to help raise awareness, we invite you to join us for this special occasion. Let's make this year even bigger than the last, and celebrate our awesome purple community!
We hope you can join us to show people living with epilepsy that they are not alone! Let’s make every step count!
Check out last years event:
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Location
Graham Family Eco Park, 15769-, 16033 Medway Rd, Arva, ON N0M 1C0
Beautiful private park located near the corner of Clarke and Medway Rd. Portable washrooms will be available on site.
2.5k walkers will complete two laps of the trail and 5k runners will complete four laps.
The health and safety of our participants remain our top priorities, please contact avery@epilepsyswo.ca with any concerns.
Unable to join us in person? Join us for a Virtual Run/Walk
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 23-25 to complete your 2.5 or 5K.
If you’re looking for suggested routes in your community, we’ve put together a list of ideas:
Suggested Routes - Trail Guide
Click on a trail to get more information; the link to the Alltrails website will show you the trail route.
Be sure to:
- Download your “I'm Walking For” sign.
- Tune into our Facebook Live events throughout the weekend.
- Complete your 2.5K Walk/5K Run and share your photos with us by tagging @epilepsyswo on social media or emailing avery@epilepsyswo.ca or katie@epilepsyswo.ca
- Download a generic participant certificate or print your own personalized certificate once you submit your results on Race Roster
- Fundraise $100 and your registration fee will be waived.
- Fundraising reward: collect $150 or more by August 24, 2023 and receive a free event t-shirt.
- First 350 registrants will receive a run bag at the event.
- Visit our “I’m Walking for Wall” and share a picture and your reason for participating.
Visit our Facebook page for regular updates: https://www.facebook.com/epilepsyswo/
Find fundraising resources here
Registration and Fees
- Online registration does not include the race fees, these must be paid via mail, etransfer, at the event or in person at our main office (797 York St. Unit 3 London, ON).
- Register in advance for $20 or at the event for $25. Virtual participation is free.
- Submit $100 in pledges and your registration fee will be waived.
- Receive a free t-shirt and have your registration fee waived if you submit $150 or more in pledges by cut off date.
- Registration fees and incentives apply to each individual member of the team.
- In-person participation is free for those under 17 years of age.
- Offline pledge forms available here. Please ensure all cheques are made payable to Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario.
If you receive offline funds (cash/cheques), these can be submitted to our head office or by etransfer.
Please note that all cheques need to be made payable to Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario. If tax receipts are required for donations, please fill out the pledge form with a legible mailing address and full name.
For more information, please contact avery@epilepsyswo.ca
I'm Walking For...
Are you running or walking in memory or support of someone? Submit a photo and your story on our virtual “I’m Walking For Wall”.
Don't forget to also download this sign and send us a photo! Tag @epilepsyswo or email katie@epilepsyswo.ca
Other Ways You can Support!
We can always use prize or raffle donations from local businesses if you can think of anyone who would like to support. Or if you know of any businesses that may be interested in sponsoring the event, please connect with avery@epilepsyswo.ca and we can share our Sponsorship Package.
Downloadable Event Resources
A beginner's 5K training plan on a one-month calendar for you to get started.
Need fundraising ideas? We've put some great ideas together to get you started.
Print off this pledge form to record any offline donations you collect.
Share this poster to encourage others to join.
Setting Up Your Fundraising Page Guide
Instructions on how to set up your Race Roster fundraising page.
We've created pre-written posts and graphics for you to share on social media.
Use this resource if you are interested in organizing a team for the event.
Registration fees
In-Person 5K Run, London Closed
Registration online does not include fee. All registrations must be done via mail, in person at ESWO or at event. Registration in advance is $20. Collect $100 in pledges and your fee is waived. Free for children under 17.
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Jun. 20 - Sep. 24
In-Person 2.5K Walk, London Closed
Registration online does not include fee. All registrations must be done via mail, in person at ESWO or at event. Registration in advance is $20. Collect $100 in pledges and your fee is waived. Free for children under 17.
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Registration online does not include fee. All registrations must be done via mail, in person at ESWO or at event. Registration in advance is $20. Collect $100 in pledges and your fee is waived. Free for children under 17.Jun. 20 - Sep. 24
Virtual 5K Run Closed
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Jun. 20 - Sep. 24
Virtual 2.5K Walk Closed
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Jun. 20 - Sep. 24
Event schedule
- Thu., August 24, 2023 11:59 p.m. - T-shirt Deadline - Get yours in!
- Sun., September 24, 2023 10:00 a.m. - Event Starts - Don't forget your party clothes!
Top teams
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Quinn's Army$10,157.99 Raised$10,000.00 Goal |
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Team Oke$10,013.83 Raised$5,000.00 Goal |
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Weston’s Warriors$6,882.89 Raised$4,000.00 Goal |
Top fundraisers
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View fundraiser page for Brandyn
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Brandyn Cook$3,319.14 Raised$3,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Nikki
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Nikki Cook$1,920.35 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Quinn
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Quinn CookRaised: $1,712.15 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Avery Hodgson
- avery@epilepsyswo.ca
- Phone
- 519-433-4073
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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Presenting Sponsor
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T-Shirt Sponsors
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Event Sponsors
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