Ontario - West

VIRTUAL EVENT

June 1- 10, 2012

No Gutsy Walk near you? No worries! Our VIRTUAL GUTSY WALKS are taking place anywhere and everywhere on June 10th.

Registration: Anytime (Start collecting your pledges)
Warm-Up: Be sure to do that!
Kick-Off: June 10, 2012
Finish Time: June 10, 2012

Join us and thousands of others across Canada to raise awareness for the much-needed funds towards IBD research. Our virtual events take place on June 10th, around your schedule. Get online pledges from your family, coworkers and friends then walk, run, roll or stroll around your community. Or get a group together and walk in honour of over 200,000 Canadians who are suffering from Crohn's disease and or ulcerative colitis. Every dollar helps, and we thank you.

Click here and register your team or yourself for your province's virtual Gutsy Walk.

You can also download a pledge form from our website and mail it to your CCFC Regional Office along with the money raised before July 2, 2012 and you will be eligible to receive some great prizes.

KITCHENER-WATERLOO

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Camp Heidelberg, 2001 Kressler Road, Waterloo

Camp Heidelberg is located on Kessler Road between Erbsville Road and Benjamin Road.

Length of Walk: 5 km
Registration Time: 11:00 AM
Warm-Up Time: 11:45 AM
Start Time: 12:00 PM
Finish Time: 2:00 PM

For more information, please contact Marlene G. Scheel at 1-855-311-6366 or mscheel@ccfc.ca.

Abigail Matetich 2012 Gutsy Walk Honourary Chair My name is Abigail Matetich and I'm 11 years old. I live in Stratford with my mom, dad, sister and newest family member, Golden Retriever Baxter! In Fall 2009, after losing 14 lbs., along with being constantly tired, and severe stomach cramps, I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease. With the support of my family and Dr. Howard, I have turned a negative in my life into a positive by helping each year to raise money and awareness in my community. I have helped with the local M&M Meat Shop BBQ, given an awareness talk to my classmates as well as fundraised each year at the Gutsy Walk. Help us find a cure! 2012 Corporate Chair: David Hopkins, Director, Store Operations M&M Meat Shops

LONDON

Sunday, June 10, 2012

King's University College, 266 Epworth Ave, London

Take Richmond Street, (Hwy 4), just past the gates of Western and turn onto Epworth Avenue. All parking lots are open and free.

Length of Walk: 5 km
Registration Time: 10:00 AM
Warm-Up Time: 11:15 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
Finish Time: 2:00 PM

For more information, please contact Marlene G. Scheel at 1-855-311-6366 or mscheel@ccfc.ca

Riley Millman 2012 Gutsy Walk Honourary Chair My name is Riley Millman; I am 14 years old. I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease March 16th, 2009 and have been fighting for a cure ever since. Before I was diagnosed I had gotten very sick; I was down to only 68 pounds when I was 11. I'd been seen by several doctors, but no one had the answer. We were finally on the right path when my mom brought me to London ER. There are many people who have gotten me to where I am today. Please join us for the Gutsy Walk and help us FIND A CURE!

OWEN SOUND / GREY BRUCE (Virtual Event)

Sunday, June 10, 2012

No Gutsy Walk near you? No worries! Our VIRTUAL GUTSY WALKS are taking place anywhere and everywhere on June 10th.

Registration: Anytime (Start collecting your pledges)
Warm-Up: Be sure to do that!
Kick-Off: June 10, 2012
Finish Time: June 10, 2012

Join us and thousands of others across Canada to raise awareness for the much-needed funds towards IBD research. Our virtual events take place on June 10th, around your schedule. Get online pledges from your family, coworkers and friends then walk, run, roll or stroll around your community. Or get a group together and walk in honour of over 200,000 Canadians who are suffering from Crohn’s disease and or ulcerative colitis. Every dollar helps, and we thank you.

Click here and register your team or yourself for your province's virtual Gutsy Walk.

You can also download a pledge form from our website and mail it to your CCFC Regional Office along with the money raised before July 2, 2012 and you will be eligible to receive some great prizes.

SARNIA

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Canatara Park, 1200 Lake Chipican Drive, Sarnia

Go north on Christina St., turn left into park entrance at Lake Chipican Drive. Meet at the St. John Ambulance building.

Length of Walk: 5 km
Registration Time: 12:00 PM
Warm-Up Time: 12:45 PM
Start Time: 1:00 PM
Finish Time: 4:00 PM

For more information, please contact Marlene G. Scheel at 1-855-311-6366 or mscheel@ccfc.ca

Leslie Myers & Peytra Nowakowski 2012 Gutsy Walk Honourary Chairs Leslie Myers… Each day when my feet hit the floor I have to contend with how I feel and move forward the best way I can. I have had to learn what "my normal" is. This disease is a part of me, but not who I am. I have come to accept the disease, and have learned how to cope. Peytra Nowakowski… As a single parent, I know financial burden, travel time, prescription costs and the inability to be confident in choosing a career because of the disability this disease can create. But, I've learned compassion, patience and a sense of graciousness for times of remission. We are first cousins, battling Crohn's disease for 20 yrs.

STRATHROY

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Alexandra Park, Caradoc St. N., Strathroy

Enter Alexandra Park by the ball diamonds and swimming pool. Enjoy either a 2 km or 5 km walk of beautiful Strathroy.

After the walk, join us for good food and great company!

Length of Walk: 2 km or 5 km
Registration Time: 10:30 AM
Warm-Up Time: 11:15 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
Finish Time: 1:30 PM

For more information, please contact Marlene G. Scheel at 1-855-311-6366 or mscheel@ccfc.ca.

Elaine Mahovlich 2012 Gutsy Walk Honourary Chair My name is Elaine Mahovlich, and my son's name is Ryan. As any parent of a child suffering from Crohn's, I have endured heartache, emotional stress and many difficult times, through the transition period from an 8 year old child, to now a 31 year old adult. Thanks to Ryan's strength, determination and personality, he has given us a positive approach to living a somewhat normal life. Ryan has a college degree, full time job, and is involved in sports. I hope to share my experiences with many parents and families. Please join us for the Gutsy Walk & help us FIND A CURE!

WINDSOR

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Riverside Sportsmen Club, 10835 Riverside Side Dr. E.

Riverside Sportsmen Club is off the Ganatchio Trail between Sandpoint Beach and Greenpark Blvd....look for our signs!

After the walk, join us for lunch and great company!

Length of Walk: 5 km
Registration Time: 11:00 AM
Warm-Up Time: 11:45 AM
Start Time: 12:00 PM
Finish Time: 3:00 PM

For information, contact Marlene Scheel at 1-855-311-6366 or mscheel@ccfc.ca

Kyle Smith 2012 Gutsy Walk Honourary Chair Seven years ago, when I was 11, I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis. At that time, my family and I had never heard of UC or Crohn's. We have since learned that many people suffer from IBD. I have dealt with a lot, flare ups and all they involve. They knock me down, but once I have healed, regained my strength and go into remission, I carry forward! I will not let it control my life or stop me from pursuing my goals and every day life. I don't worry about tomorrow and what it may bring, I live for today!