This year’s annual Gaetane Harvey Memorial Walk raised nearly $30,000 for the Belleville General Hospital Foundation, bringing the cumulative total to more than $200,000 over nine years.
The 53km walk is organized each year by Lisa McAuley in memory of her mother, who passed away from breast cancer in 2006.
This year’s edition of “Gee’s Walk” took place September 23 and 24 in Belleville.
Money raised is directed to the Dr. Douglas A. MacIntosh Cancer Clinic.
The Beaufort Pub also held a Show and Shine Fundraiser with money raised going to the walk.
“At Belleville General Hospital Foundation we are honoured to receive the funds raised from this heartfelt initiative and congratulate Lisa and her team for their impact on health care in our community,” said Executive Director Steven Cook.
Lisa McAuley expressed gratitude to the women, men, and children who walked with her; the sponsors and donors that rallied around them, saying, “ The Gaetane Harvey Memorial Walk was created in memory of a wonderful mother and beloved community member, but this walk isn’t just about my mom. It has grown into much more than that, which this milestone clearly demonstrates.”
Plans are already underway for the 10th anniversary Gaetane Harvey Memorial Walk in 2024.
Left: Ribbon cutting at Zwick’s Park Pavilion to begin the 9th annual Gaetane Harvey Memorial Walk Saturday, September 23, 2023 Right: Lisa McAuley and her daughter. (Photos: submitted)
