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Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
11067 Keele St, Vaughan ON
5K
50–65°F · some rain risk
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2025
46–74°F
dry
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48–72°F
dry
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62–83°F
dry
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37–60°F
dry
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60–71°F
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39–54°F
dry
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45–54°F
dry
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45–60°F
dry
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51–72°F
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54–64°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Please join us on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, at North Maple Regional Park for the 7th annual UniversalCare Strides for Seniors Walk/Run!
- Location: North Maple Regional Park
- Routes Offered: 5km and 2.5km
- Activities: Food vendors, live entertainment
- Spirit: A joyful celebration of care, compassion, and connection
Fundraising Goals
Last year, Strides for Seniors achieved a remarkable milestone, over 700 participants raising $2,017,000 NET through the generosity of legacy, corporate, and community donors. This year, our goal is $400,000 that will directly support the maintenance of CIBPA PLACE — York Region’s first Non-Profit Residential Respite Dementia Care Centre.
- Achievement: Raised $5.6 million NET in five years
- Beneficiaries: Supports senior-centric programs across York, Toronto, and Peel Region
- Impact: A growing movement transforming support for seniors and caregivers
- Goal: Build a brighter, compassionate future together
Event Timeline
- 8:00 am – 9:00 am: Registration and Race Kit Pick Up
- 8:45 am: Opening Ceremonies
- 9:20 am: Warm up
- 9:30 am: Run begins
- 9:40 am: Walk begins
- 10:40 am: Awards, Cheque Presentation, Closing Ceremony
- 11:30 am: Event Ends
Race Kit Pick-Up
You have two convenient options for picking up your race kit (swag bags, bibs, etc.), and you are welcome to choose whichever works best for you — there’s no need to let us know in advance.
- Advance Pick-Up:
📍 Richview Manor (10500 Dufferin St, Vaughan, ON L6A 4R1)
🗓️ Thursday, October 1st, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM - Event Day Pick-Up:
📍 North Maple Regional Park (11067 Keele St, Maple, ON L6A 1S1)
🗓️ Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Parking Information
- Free parking: Available at North Maple Regional Park.
- Important Note: Due to ongoing construction, parking is limited. We strongly encourage carpooling where possible.
- Overflow lot: Available at the most southern entrance of Vaughan Cares Road. Please plan ahead and allow extra time for arrival.
Health and Safety
All health and safety protocols will be followed at the time of the event. Registered participants will be provided detailed information regarding any changes to the event plan based on the rules and regulations on event day.
Registration Link
For more information and to register, visit: UniversalCare Strides for Seniors Event.
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