Walk For Wellness
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Location Parksville, BC
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Walk for Wellness on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, in the beautiful Parksville, Nanaimo! This uplifting community event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for mental health initiatives, coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in a gentle walk that emphasizes the importance of wellness and community support.
The day's festivities kick off with walk registration at 1:00 PM, leading to the official start of the walk at 2:00 PM. As you stroll along the scenic route, be sure to stop by The Little Qualicum Cheeseworks Farm for a delightful experience. After the walk, enjoy a delicious BBQ, participate in a silent auction, and try your luck with a 50/50 draw, all happening from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. With closing remarks at 4:15 PM, this event promises a day filled with joy, connection, and purpose. Gather your family and friends, lace up your walking shoes, and letβs move Forward Together towards a healthier future!
The day's festivities kick off with walk registration at 1:00 PM, leading to the official start of the walk at 2:00 PM. As you stroll along the scenic route, be sure to stop by The Little Qualicum Cheeseworks Farm for a delightful experience. After the walk, enjoy a delicious BBQ, participate in a silent auction, and try your luck with a 50/50 draw, all happening from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. With closing remarks at 4:15 PM, this event promises a day filled with joy, connection, and purpose. Gather your family and friends, lace up your walking shoes, and letβs move Forward Together towards a healthier future!
Organiser's Description
πΏ Walk for Wellness β A Fundraiser for Forward HouseOctober is Mental Health Awareness Month, and weβre kicking it off with our first annual Walk for Wellness!By moving Forward Together, we can make a difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community who are living with mental health challenges.π Route Highlight:This gentle walk is for everyone - all ages, all abilities, all community members and includes a special stop at The Little Qualicum Cheeseworks Farm. Be sure to bring your family and friends along and seek pledges for this great community event!π
Event ScheduleWalk Registration: 1:00 pmOfficial Walk Start: 2:00 pmBBQ: 1:00 β 4:00 pmSilent Auction: 1:00 β 4:00 pm50/50 DrawClosing Remarks: 4:15 pmBring your walking shoes, your loved ones, and your community spiritβtogether, we can step toward a healthier future.π Letβs move Forward Together!
Walk For Wellness