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Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 8 am – 12 pm

Join us for The Walnut Foundation’s annual Walk the Path Walkathon, a powerful fitness, community, and impact day.

About the Event

Our Honorary Chair

About The Walnut Foundation

Testimonials

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Our Goal:

$150,000

Help us reach our target to support men’s health initiatives.

2026 Edition: Walk the Path Walkathon

About the Event

More than just a walk, the Walk the Path Walkathon raises critical funds to support men’s health initiatives, from pop-up PSA testing clinics to monthly support groups and scholarships for future healthcare leaders at Toronto Metropolitan University and the University of Toronto.

Get involved. Make a difference

Now in its 12th year, the Walkathon unites supporters across the Greater Toronto Area. Last year, we raised an incredible $100,000, and with your help, we can go even further!

Walk with us! Gather your friends and family and raise money for an important cause.

WHEN:

Saturday, June 6, 2026
8 AM – 12 Noon

WHERE:

The Etobicoke Trails at the Paul Palleschi Recreation Centre,
30 Loafers Lake Lane, Brampton, ON L6Z 1X9

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About Our Honorary Chair

Dr. Gervan Fearon

Dr. Gervan Fearon is a prostate cancer survivor and a passionate advocate for education, health, and community development. As President of George Brown College, he leads one of Canada’s most diverse urban post-secondary institutions, driving innovation, career-focused learning, and social impact.

An accomplished economist, scholar, and leader, Dr. Fearon has served as the President of Brock University and Brandon University as well as held senior roles at Toronto Metropolitan University and York University. Dr. Fearon has also served in government as a senior analyst at the Treasury Board, Ontario Ministry of Finance, and as the executive assistant to the Deputy Ministers at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. His expertise in education and community development as a tool for social and economic mobility has earned him national recognition, including the Order of Ontario and multiple distinguished awards.

Dr. Fearon is deeply committed to empowering communities. He chairs the federal government’s External Reference Group for the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative, was co-founder of the Canada Caribbean Institute, previously served as the President of Tropicana Community Services and currently, serves on several national boards. We are honoured to have Dr. Fearon as our Honorary Chair for the Walnut Foundation’s annual Walk the Path Walkathon, where his leadership and personal journey inspire action, awareness, and meaningful change.

Leading from the heart:

Watch this video message from our Honorary Chair.

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About The Walnut Foundation

Founded in 2007 by Dr. Winston Isaac and Simon Samuel, The Walnut Foundation is a grassroots organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Black men, their families, and communities. We provide a supportive space for open discussions, advocacy, and resources to address prostate cancer and other chronic diseases that disproportionately affect men.

What Our Participants Say

"My diagnosis came on the back of nothing. No symptoms, no inclination. Through my church group, we heard The Walnut Foundation had a clinic. I remembered I hadn’t done a PSA for a number of years, so I went. The numbers were off. We did blood tests again, and the numbers were higher...In the presence of my medical practitioner, I was calm, but inside was a different story. After thinking about my loved ones, the people that care about me and the people I care about, I said, ok this is just another thing to deal with, and I’m going to walk this walk."

Renford

"I met my partner after his [prostate cancer] diagnosis and surgery. I wasn’t there for the initial decisions. I came in when the next step—radiation—was on the table. We talked. He asked what I thought, and though the choice was his, being included mattered. The Walnut Foundation became part of my education. There are spaces for men with prostate cancer, which is great, but partners and caregivers need space too. That’s why this matters."

Carlotta

"The statistics are alarming, but knowledge and early action can save lives. That’s why we’re calling on the community to walk with us figuratively and literally in the fight against prostate cancer. "

Anthony Henry, President, The Walnut Foundation

"I know firsthand how vital early detection is. When I was diagnosed, I had little to no symptoms and maybe worst – I was unaware of what the actual symptoms were, so it was just a routine screening that likely saved my life. That is why I am passionate about raising awareness, especially for Black men who are at greater risk. If sharing my story encourages even one person to get checked, it’s worth it. Let’s walk this path together and take charge of our health."

Dr. Gervan Fearon, Honourary Chair of the Walkathon

Sponsorship Opportunities

Be part of an initiative that saves lives, not just an event you support.

Connect with a community that shows up

  • Engage with hundreds of participants, families, and community leaders
  • Build meaningful relationships with a diverse and mission-driven audience
  • Position your brand alongside a trusted organization with 19+ years of impact

Your support turns into measurable health outcomes

  • 900+ men provided with free PSA screening across the GTA
  • Over 20% require medical follow-up after early detection
  • Lives are changed early before it’s too late
  • 12 support groups yearly, helping men navigate diagnosis and recovery

Stand for something that matters

  • Help address health inequities affecting Black men and underserved communities
  • Support education, research, and the next generation of Black medical professionals
  • Show real commitment to community health — not just messaging
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Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our cause. We look forward to partnering with you!

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