Cornerstone’s Signature Event Returns to Downtown Cobourg during the Harvest Festival
Northumberland County – Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre (Cornerstone) is
proud to announce the return of Walk A Mile, now celebrating its 18th year of bringing the
community together in support of those impacted by gender-based violence.
Taking place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, this family-friendly walk through downtown Cobourg
is one of Cornerstone’s most impactful annual events. Over the years, Walk A Mile has raised
over $608,500 to help women, children, and youth access shelter, counselling, housing, and
prevention programs. Last year alone, Cornerstone served more than 3,000 individuals across
Northumberland County.
“We look forward to this event every year, it’s such an uplifting day to see the community come
together,” said Nancy Johnston, Executive Director of Cornerstone. “Whether you walk solo or
with a team, we invite everyone to join us in raising awareness and showing support. Bring your
family, friends, and even pets for a morning filled with purpose and fun!”
Registration will begin at 9:30am outside of the Cobourg Police Station and breakfast will be
provided by the Cobourg Lions Club, along with coffee from Pulse Coffee House and sweet
treats from FrostBites. The incredible Cobourg Legion Pipes & Drums will once again lead
walkers down King Street.
All types of footwear are welcome! Registration is $20 for adults and $10 for youth under 18,
with walkers encouraged to raise additional pledges to support Cornerstone’s vital work.
“This event wouldn’t be possible without our sponsors,” added Johnston. “We extend our
deepest thanks to our lead Stiletto Sponsor Ontario Line Clearing, Wharram Tree Service, for
their generosity and support, and special thanks to our Challenge Sponsors: Canadian Tire
Cobourg and Post Consumer Brands, their ongoing support makes a meaningful difference.”
commented Johnston.
The team at Ontario Line Clearing is looking forward to the event, “We are proud to support
Walk A Mile, it is a feel-good event that brings people together and shines a light on issues that
matter,” said Matt Wharram, President and CEO of Ontario Line Clearing and Wharram Tree
Service. “At Ontario line Clearing we are committed to giving back and being part of positive
change in our community.”
Cornerstone is pleased to share that registration is now open on Cornerstone’s website:
cornerstonenorthumberland.ca/walkamile
Whether you’re walking in person or unable to join us for the walk but would still like to
contribute, we welcome both teams and individuals to show their support and create their own
online fundraising pages through our JustGiving platform:
justgiving.com/campaign/cornerstonewalkamile2025
Funds raised support local women, children, and youth impacted by gender-based violence. If
you can’t attend the walk, you can still make a lasting impact. For more information about the
walk or to register, please visit Cornerstone’s website.
Established in 1983, Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre (Cornerstone) is an
accredited violence against women agency working to end gender-based violence by providing
accessible, compassionate, and best practice modeled programs and services inclusive of
shelter, counselling, housing support, and prevention through a support system that inspires
hope, creates safety, and fosters resilience.
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