Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre Foundation is thrilled to announce that the 2025 Hike, Bike and Bark for Hospice, held Sunday, September 28 at Victoria Park in Cobourg, raised an incredible $70,796 to support essential hospice services in our community.
Over 220 participants and more than 60 dogs joined in the fun, walking, running, and biking 2K, 5K, or 10K routes around town to honour loved ones and make a difference. The day was full of energy, with music from DJ George Martin, a kids’ zone packed with games and activities provided by the Northumberland Child Development Centre, and delicious hot dogs grilled by the Lions Club of Cobourg.
“We are blown away by the support from our community,” said Trish Baird, CEO of Community Care Northumberland. “Every step, pedal, and donation helps us provide compassionate care to families during life’s most challenging moments. This event shows just how much our community cares.”
Every dollar raised helps the care teams at Ed’s House provide essential services, including Volunteer Hospice support, In-Home Visiting Hospice, Education, Grief and Bereavement Counselling, and specialized end-of-life care in their 10-suite hospice residence. Thanks to the generosity of the community, all services are offered at no charge to residents and their families.
“The outpouring of support for Ed’s House is truly heartwarming,” said Joel Scott, Director of Donor Relations and Communications, Community Care Northumberland. “Seeing our community come together in this way reflects the deep trust and belief people have in our hospice care teams.”
In the lead-up to the event, participants rallied online through the official fundraising page, www.hikebikebarkforhospice.ca, creating personal and team profiles, tracking donations, and sharing event graphics on social media. The Foundation is proud to celebrate this year’s fundraising leaders: Selena Forsyth, Top Individual Fundraiser, who raised $10,650, and the HG for Hospice Team, Top Team Fundraiser with $7,325.
In addition to the exciting activities, participants had the chance to win prizes just for registering. Prizes included a $1,600 Moose Fatbike 1 from Century Cycle and raffle packages from All Creatures Great and Small, RiverLines Health & Well-Being Studio, and NAPA Auto Parts on William Street. Winners have been announced on the Ed’s House social media channels, keeping the excitement going even after the event.
A touching moment of the day came when Marilyn and Amber Smith shared a heartfelt tribute to their husband and father, Graham, honouring the one-year anniversary of his passing while
highlighting the exceptional care he received at Ed’s House and the profound, lasting impact hospice services have had on their family.
Another highlight was a nail trim and dog wash fundraiser at Paulmac’s Pets in Cobourg. Community members brought their furry friends for dog washes and nail trims, raising an additional $1,505 for Ed’s House. Special thanks to Ashley Crews and the Ryan Huffman Real Estate Team for organizing the event, and to the Northumberland Breakers Volleyball Club and Paulmac’s staff who helped wash the dogs and make the fundraiser such a success.
The Foundation extends its sincere thanks to our generous sponsors, including North Star Sponsor Lynn Hardy, past Ed’s House Foundation Board Chair; and our lead sponsors – Stadtke Plumbing and Heating, Eagle.ca, Milly’s Market in Port Hope, Jan Rosamond / Robyn Mumford, RE/MAX Rouge Realty Ltd., Nestlé Purina PetCare, Schmidt Law Legal – Scott McCracken, Bin-it, Shoppers Drug Mart Port Hope, and the Steblaj Family. Special thanks also go to the many dedicated volunteers, committee members, and community members who made Hike, Bike and Bark for Hospice such a success.
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