In Canada, growing older can often rob people of status, a sense of being valued, and even self-respect. On September 20, 2025, I'm walking and fundraising to publicly honour and support aging friends and family. 30 per cent of Sooke's population is more than 55 years of age, and that total is expected to double in the next 20 years. Sooke is one of the few communities in B.C that doesn't have a Senior's drop in center, and they haven't had one for 14 years. If you'd like to support either click "Donate" or Cash donations can be given to Hayley directly. If you would like to walk in the "The Grade Parade" Feel free to join the "Ayre Manor" team. 

Thank you in advance, 

-Hayley McKee