2026 VON Activity Challenge
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Location Mount Brydges, ON
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 27th Annual VON Activity Challenge taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the beautiful Lion's Park in Mount Brydges, Ontario! This exciting event kicks off at 9:30 a.m. and invites participants of all ages and abilities to support VON Middlesex-Elgin services and programs. Whether you’re a fan of walking, running, swimming, or even dancing, there are countless ways to join in on the fun and make a difference in your community. Enjoy the largest outdoor SMART® Exercise class, take part in a scenic trail walk, or enjoy a scavenger hunt with friends and family.
Not able to attend in person? No problem! The challenge includes a virtual component that allows you to participate at your own pace throughout the month of September. You can choose activities you love and help raise essential funds for community health and well-being. Plus, all participants will receive a free VON Activity T-shirt as a token of appreciation. Let’s come together to support vital services like Meals on Wheels and Accessible Transportation, and make every activity count! Mark your calendars for September 26 and join the movement to uplift our community!
Not able to attend in person? No problem! The challenge includes a virtual component that allows you to participate at your own pace throughout the month of September. You can choose activities you love and help raise essential funds for community health and well-being. Plus, all participants will receive a free VON Activity T-shirt as a token of appreciation. Let’s come together to support vital services like Meals on Wheels and Accessible Transportation, and make every activity count! Mark your calendars for September 26 and join the movement to uplift our community!
Organiser's Description
ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?Join us for the 27th Annual VON Activity Challenge in support of VON Middlesex-Elgin services and programs! The day starts at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Lion's Park in Mount Brydges.
We can't wait to see you SUPPORT, DONATE, or PARTICIPATE in this incredible event!
Can't make it on September 26th? Donate to a team of your choice to ensure continued supports in your community! This event supports all VON sites across Middlesex & Elgin counties including: St. Thomas, Strathroy, Dorchester and London!
We will celebrate our participants and donors on Saturday September 26th at Mount Brydges Lions Park with a SMART class hosted by our wonderful instructors, walk in the accessible trails and enjoy activities hosted by VON Family Supports! The morning is capped off with a BBQ supported by the Mount Brydges Lions Club!Please check out our event web page for more information on the event, sponsorships and other items of interest: https://von.ca/en/activity-challengeAny Activity, Any Ability, Any Age, WE CHALLENGE YOU to get moving, get creative & have fun to raise funds for Community Health and Well-Being! Make every activity count to support your families, friends, colleagues, neighbours in our community that needs our services to help them to live their best lives possible, every day, regardless of their circumstances.
IN PERSONAll participants are welcome to join our community BBQ along with some fun activities, including VON's largest outdoor SMART® Exercise class, trail walk and scavenger hunt.DATE:
Saturday, September 26, 2026LOCATION:
Lion's Park, Mt Brydges, ONKICK OFF TIME:
10am (Registration starts at 9:30 a.m.)
VIRTUALHaving a virtual component allows you to participate virtually your way in one day, one week, or all month, at your pace. Choose the activities you love whether it be running, walking the dog, swimming, canoeing, jumping on the trampoline, weight lifting, dancing, gardening, or taking SMART® Exercise classes just to list a few, however, your options are endless. DATE:
Sept 1-26, 2026LOCATION:
Anywhere
REGISTRATIONWe encourage everyone to register online beginning July 10, 2026.Follow our simple how-to videos found in our toolkit!
Our Community Support Services are only partially government funded - and we rely on the generosity of our community to fund program subsidies, equipment, staff education and more.
Your support means so much to us and we are incredibly grateful! It allows us to address the unique needs of our clients and to maintain our essential programs and services including: the Adult Day Program, Bereavement Services, Home at Last, Meals on Wheels, SMART® Exercise & Falls Prevention Program and Accessible Transportation Services, just to name a few.
You can fundraise in the way that makes sense to you! Engage your creative resources and encourage your team to think BIG, there is no limit to creativity!Our TOOLKIT has everything you need from pledge form to helpful ideas to get you on your way.ALL PARTICIPANTS will receive a FREE VON Activity T-shirt as a token of our appreciation for taking part in this event! Sign up now! Reasons why to #CheerForVONIf you’ve got a story, special memory or a fantastic person you’re participating in the VON Activity Challenge for, share it! It will motivate people to support your efforts.@VictorianOrderofNursesME#CheerforVON
Be sure to upload your photos to your personal results page when you add your activitiesShare your stories and support on your social mediaUse the hashtag #CheerforVONSend an email, or text message to all of the people you care about and ask them to join you. Pick up the phone, call your loved ones, and tell them how much the VON means to you.We are all working together to better our community, to feel connected, to live every day to the fullest!
Download the VON Activity Challenge Toolkit today! It has everything you need to get your started - all at your fingertips. Including simple step by step instructions, how-to videos, pledge form, handy tips and tools to meet your fundraising goals.
We can't wait to see you SUPPORT, DONATE, or PARTICIPATE in this incredible event!
Can't make it on September 26th? Donate to a team of your choice to ensure continued supports in your community! This event supports all VON sites across Middlesex & Elgin counties including: St. Thomas, Strathroy, Dorchester and London!
We will celebrate our participants and donors on Saturday September 26th at Mount Brydges Lions Park with a SMART class hosted by our wonderful instructors, walk in the accessible trails and enjoy activities hosted by VON Family Supports! The morning is capped off with a BBQ supported by the Mount Brydges Lions Club!Please check out our event web page for more information on the event, sponsorships and other items of interest: https://von.ca/en/activity-challengeAny Activity, Any Ability, Any Age, WE CHALLENGE YOU to get moving, get creative & have fun to raise funds for Community Health and Well-Being! Make every activity count to support your families, friends, colleagues, neighbours in our community that needs our services to help them to live their best lives possible, every day, regardless of their circumstances.
IN PERSONAll participants are welcome to join our community BBQ along with some fun activities, including VON's largest outdoor SMART® Exercise class, trail walk and scavenger hunt.DATE:
Saturday, September 26, 2026LOCATION:
Lion's Park, Mt Brydges, ONKICK OFF TIME:
10am (Registration starts at 9:30 a.m.)
VIRTUALHaving a virtual component allows you to participate virtually your way in one day, one week, or all month, at your pace. Choose the activities you love whether it be running, walking the dog, swimming, canoeing, jumping on the trampoline, weight lifting, dancing, gardening, or taking SMART® Exercise classes just to list a few, however, your options are endless. DATE:
Sept 1-26, 2026LOCATION:
Anywhere
REGISTRATIONWe encourage everyone to register online beginning July 10, 2026.Follow our simple how-to videos found in our toolkit!
Our Community Support Services are only partially government funded - and we rely on the generosity of our community to fund program subsidies, equipment, staff education and more.
Your support means so much to us and we are incredibly grateful! It allows us to address the unique needs of our clients and to maintain our essential programs and services including: the Adult Day Program, Bereavement Services, Home at Last, Meals on Wheels, SMART® Exercise & Falls Prevention Program and Accessible Transportation Services, just to name a few.
You can fundraise in the way that makes sense to you! Engage your creative resources and encourage your team to think BIG, there is no limit to creativity!Our TOOLKIT has everything you need from pledge form to helpful ideas to get you on your way.ALL PARTICIPANTS will receive a FREE VON Activity T-shirt as a token of our appreciation for taking part in this event! Sign up now! Reasons why to #CheerForVONIf you’ve got a story, special memory or a fantastic person you’re participating in the VON Activity Challenge for, share it! It will motivate people to support your efforts.@VictorianOrderofNursesME#CheerforVON
Be sure to upload your photos to your personal results page when you add your activitiesShare your stories and support on your social mediaUse the hashtag #CheerforVONSend an email, or text message to all of the people you care about and ask them to join you. Pick up the phone, call your loved ones, and tell them how much the VON means to you.We are all working together to better our community, to feel connected, to live every day to the fullest!
Download the VON Activity Challenge Toolkit today! It has everything you need to get your started - all at your fingertips. Including simple step by step instructions, how-to videos, pledge form, handy tips and tools to meet your fundraising goals.
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VON Activity Challenge
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Lions Park Mt. Brydges, Lions Park Drive, Mount Brydges, ON, Canada
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