Why Do We Walk?
We walk to share hope with people living with dementia and their caregivers. We walk to make sure vital programs, services, and education are available in our communities. We walk because every step we take together brings us closer to a future where no one faces dementia alone.
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750,000 Canadians currently live with dementia. By 2050, nearly 2 million people living in Canada could be living with dementia.
Since 2015, the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s has raised over $50M for people living with dementia and their care partners. Thank you for making a difference!
If the onset of dementia could be delayed by 10 years, over 4 million new cases of dementia could be avoided by 2050.
IG Wealth Management provides help and insights on managing finances and dementia
More than $7.3 billion is spent annually by family and friends to support loved ones with dementia. If you would like financial advice about your specific financial situation, please get in touch with an IG Advisor. They would be happy to provide comprehensive financial advice for dementia patients, caregivers, and their families.
Why We Walk
Preserving memories, one step at a time
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Legacy Walkers
Every step tells a story. Our Legacy Walkers have been part of the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's for five years or more, fundraising and walking with passion and purpose. We're proud to share their personal reasons for walking year after year, and we hope their stories inspire you to create your own legacy.
Genevieve (Gig) Dooling
Years Involved: 10
Location: Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador
Why I Walk for Alzheimer's:
I walk for Alzheimer’s in memory of my sister, Regina, who was diagnosed in her late 40s with Young Onset Dementia and whose journey with the disease ended in 2021. Throughout her journey, I developed a special admiration for my sister because she tried to remain helpful and hopeful despite her diagnosis. She also had the foresight to see that the only way to end the stigma associated with dementia was to talk about it.
Mickey Naccarato
Years Involved: 6
Location: Sault Ste. Marie
Why I Walk for Alzheimer's:
I walk for Alzheimer’s to honour Joanne, my partner of 37 years and her sister Mary Lou. I participated in my first walk in January of 2019, along with Joanne and some of our friends. Joanne and I took part in the walk each year, in real time and virtually during Covid until last year when she could no longer participate. I plan to continue to raise funds and walk each year.
Anne Treschak
Years Involved: 19
Location: Niagara
Why I Walk for Alzheimer's:
I walk for Alzheimer’s to honour several of my family members that have had dementia, most especially my mom. She was a smart, kind, and loving woman. Her laughter lit up a room. When diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 47, my brother and I were teenagers. The Alzheimer’s Society was there to provide programs and essential guidance.