Hike for Hospice raises more than $100,000

More than 600 people participated in the fifth annual Hike for Hospice event in Bell Park May 1.

The participants raised more than $100,000 to put towards the Maison Vale Inco Hospice’s operating costs. Many of those at the walk were there to honour loved ones who received palliative care at the hospice.

Northern Life was one of the sponsors of the event.

The family and friends of cancer patient Rita Simard were among those who participated. They raised more than $3,500 for the hospice. Front row, from left, are Rosie Cirelli, Tammy Simard (with Chester the dog) and Roma Simard. Back row, from left, are Dino Cirelli, Christian Cirelli and Jonathan Cirelli.