As it travels from coast-to-coast across Canada, the Rick Hansen
25th Anniversary Relay will engage more than 70% of Canadians and
be celebrated in a number of exciting ways. Various events planned
in conjunction with the Relay will provide the opportunity to bring
communities together, highlight and celebrate progress made in
accessibility and inclusivity, recognize local difference makers
who are champions for positive change, inspire youth to take action
and showcase the local talent that makes Canadian communities so
extraordinary.
Relay Launch Event: Day 1
End of Day Celebrations
End of Day Celebrations will take place in conjunction with the
arrival of the Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay into the final
community of the day. End of Day Celebrations are locally organized
events designed to celebrate the arrival of the relay by
recognizing your local difference makers, acknowledge the progress
the progress that has been made in making your community a better
place and showcase the inspiring community spirit that makes your
home and citizens extraordinary.
Event Days
In certain cities across the country, the 25th Anniversary Relay
Team will be spending an additional day engaging local community
organizations. These event days are days in which the relay itself
is not operational but the Rick Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay team
will be visiting a variety of community facilities including
schools, hospitals and community centres. These activities will
offer an educational and inspirational look at Rick Hansen's
journey, the progress made over the past 25 years and the goal of a
future world that is truly healthy, sustainable and inclusive.
This page will be continually updated with all of the exciting
events that will be taking place in conjunction with the Rick
Hansen 25th Anniversary Relay. Please continue to check back to
find out what events are taking place in a location close to
you!