{"id":10992,"date":"2025-07-07T19:38:22","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T19:38:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/?p=10992"},"modified":"2025-07-09T15:01:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T15:01:40","slug":"join-us-for-the-2025-grand-parade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/07\/join-us-for-the-2025-grand-parade\/","title":{"rendered":"Join Us for the 2025 Grand Parade"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; 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border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][heading]\n<h2 class=\"p1\">Let\u2019s Walk Together for Seniors \u2013 The Grand Parade is Back!<\/h2>\n[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;11047&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221; img_link=&#8221;https:\/\/cofctropicalsummerparty2025.eventbrite.ca&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Last year, Circle of Care teams came together in a powerful show of community spirit and generosity at our very first walk, <strong>the Grand Parade!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Thanks to your enthusiasm and dedication, <strong>we raised over $35,000 and got 165 people to support<\/strong> vital programs that help seniors in the GTA live healthier, more connected lives.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We&#8217;re thrilled to announce that we&#8217;re back for round two!<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, September 20, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> <a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Orchard+Pavilion\/@43.7370839,-79.4835848,17z\/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x882b31fdbc52b4d1:0x1f6342138a1377db!8m2!3d43.7375145!4d-79.4830957!16s%2Fg%2F11js1rrd97?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDYyOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Downsview Park<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you walk, fundraise, or cheer from the sidelines, every step helps ensure seniors in our community stay supported, connected, and cared for.<\/p>\n<p><em>See how you can participate below!<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; 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There\u2019s no entry fee\u2014everyone is welcome!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Create a team:<\/b> Become a <b>Team Captain<\/b>! Rally your coworkers, friends, or family to walk together and make an even bigger impact. It\u2019s easy to start a team using the <a href=\"https:\/\/thegrandparade.org\/torontonorthyork\">registration link<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Join a team:<\/b> If you don&#8217;t feel up to taking on the role of Team Captain this year, you&#8217;re welcome to join one of our existing Circle of Care Teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is your chance to come together, make a difference, and share a joyful day outdoors with your colleagues, friends, and family. <strong>Let\u2019s make this walk another unforgettable day of community and care! <\/strong>Thank you for your continued support and dedication.[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; open_new_tab=&#8221;true&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Register Here&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/thegrandparade.org\/torontonorthyork&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; 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text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to <strong>Carly\u00a0<\/strong>at <a style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"cgrant@circleofcare.com\" href=\"mailto:cgrant%40circleofcare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cgrant@circleofcare.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Let\u2019s make this year\u2019s walk even more meaningful\u2014together. <\/b>Thank you for your ongoing support and the care you show every day!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Grand Parade is Back! 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