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Hike For Hospice Renfrew hits the "virtual" trails on Oct. 10

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Lace up your virtual walking shoes because Hospice Renfrew is taking its largest annual fundraiser online through Virtual Hike For Hospice 2020.

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Like many charities and services, Hospice Renfrew has felt the harsh effects of COVID-19. Since March, its donor contributions have been in decline and its corporate events cancelled. Its largest annual fundraising event, Hike For Hospice, which is traditionally held in May, had to be postponed.

“While it is still not possible to stage events involving large numbers of people, we are excited to announce the launch of a Virtual Hike for Hospice on Saturday, October 10, 2020,” said Marjorie Joly, executive director.

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On behalf of the board of directors, Gerald Tracey said he encourages people and their teams to join in on this virtual hike or to sponsor the Hike with a financial contribution.

“For several years now, Hospice Renfrew has been a leader in hosting the most successful hike in terms of monies raised, across Canada,” Tracey said. “With your support, we hope to sustain this momentum.”

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The Virtual Hike means participants can hike anywhere in Renfrew County or literally anywhere in the world. You simply lace up your running shoes and walk any of Renfrew County’s local trails, or stroll in your neighbourhood with your pets or simply stay home and use your treadmill. Participants choose their own pace and distance and are free to enjoy the flexibility and convenience of how they want to hike on Saturday, Oct. 10.

A press released issued by Hospice Renfrew said that the world of “virtual” services has become a safe, secure and practical way of ensuring that Hospice can move forward.

“Your financial support for Hospice Renfrew through this virtual platform will allow us to continue the care, comfort and compassion for residents and their families through their palliative journey,” the released stated.

Further details are outlined at hospicerenfrewevents.micharity.com

You may also donate by calling 613-433-3993 ext. 2234 or mail your donation to:

Hospice Renfrew

459 Albert Street

Renfrew, ON K7V 1V8

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