Step Up for Mental Health 5K Run/Walk returns to Ontario
You've made a huge difference for mental health in Northumberland County and Blind River, helping to raise more than $322,000 since 2019.
Learn more at www.stepupformentalhealth.ca
Cameco has announced that its Step Up for Mental Health 5K fun run/walk is returning on May 11, 2024.
Cameco’s Step Up for Mental Health 5K fun run/walk will take place at Victoria Park in Cobourg starting at 8:30 a.m. The event is open to the community and participants will be treated to a fun, inspirational experience on a beautiful course that highlights Cobourg’s historic downtown core and waterfront parks.
Early bird registration is open now for $50 until March 17. On March 18, registration increases to $55 and registration after April 21 is $60. Participants will receive a running t-shirt, sweatshirt, bag and medal. Registration for students (ages 8-17) is $30 and includes a sweatshirt, bag and medal.
Participation is free for individuals who struggle with addictions and/or mental health issues – but registration is still required. A staff member/formal support person accompanying someone in this category can also sign up for free.
Every dollar of the entry fee, plus a matching amount from Cameco, supports the Cameco Fund for Mental Health (established through the Saskatoon Community Foundation). These funds are disbursed annually to organizations undertaking projects that promote or support mental health in Northumberland County and area.
Now in its sixth year, the Cameco Fund for Mental Health was established to directly support organizations and groups that are working to address and support mental health in Saskatchewan and Northumberland County and area.
Since its inception in 2019, the event has raised more than $2.4 million to support mental health in Saskatchewan and over $322,000 in Northumberland County and Blind River, Ontario.
Every dollar of the run/walk entry fees, plus a matching amount from Cameco, is directed to the Cameco Fund for Mental Health. These funds are disbursed annually to organizations undertaking projects that promote or protect mental health.
Learn more and register at www.stepupformentalhealth.ca