Walk in the 6th Canadian Walk for Veterans, coming up September 23 and 24, at locations across Canada, including in Halifax. Or, complete the walk virtually. The 2022 Halifax event at Point Pleasant park was cancelled, as Hurricane Fiona landed in Nova Scotia with extreme weather. Organizers are looking forward to the 2023 event, and hope supporters from last year – and newcomers – will join them.
The 2023 event pays tribute to Canadian military families: when a member serves in the military, the entire family serves as well. Families play a critical role in enhancing the well-being of military personnel and veterans, particularly those with service-related health conditions. Challenges and sacrifice by “heroes of the home front” include constant awareness of potential dangers faced by their serving parent, spouse or child; caring for members or veterans with service-related conditions, geographic moves and transitioning out of military life.
The recipient of net proceeds from the 2023 walk are Military Family Resource Centres situated in regions where in-person events are held. MFRCs are at the heart of their military communities, with a goal of building strong, resilient individuals, families and communities. Dedicated staff are frontline service providers, responsible for connecting military families to a wide range of programs and services. They understand the military lifestyle and help when difficult situations can often feel overwhelming and intimidating. Whether family members need advice on navigating relationships, have questions about what to expect during military life or are seeking counseling services, compassionate MFRC professionals are there to support them in a safe environment.
Everyone who registers for the 2023 walk will receive the 2023 CWFV challenge coin, manufactured by veteran-owned Sharkz Coins of Esquimalt. The front of the coin depicts the iconic image from the Second World War, entitled “Wait for me Daddy.” The back of the coin reads “Heroes of the Homefront.”
Find out more and register at canadianwalkforveterans.com.
