It is Home Hospice Association’s major annual fundraiser, providing the opportunity for people to honour the memory of loved ones, while raising money to help ease the suffering of our dying and those who love them.

By providing a safe, non-judgemental space, participants have an opportunity to mourn openly and experience the benefits of collective healing

Similar to the idea that it takes a village to raise a child, end of life care needs the support of an entire community. This requires funding. As a Canadian Registered Charity, donations are the only way we are able to end the suffering experienced from a terminal diagnosis. Fundraising events such as The Moonlit Memory Walk raise awareness, generate much needed funding, and introduce new potential to our cause. Our event was also designed to “give back” to those who participate. The Moonlit Memory Walk helps to promote teamwork/synergy, reduces the feeling of isolation and disconnection, while giving those who participate a safe, non-judgmental space to honour their loved ones and say their name.

It is hard to find anyone who has not grieved the loss of a loved one. Whether it is a family member, a friend, a co-worker, or a beloved pet, we have all mourned a life that is now with us only in spirit. Home Hospice Association invites you to come together in celebration of those loved ones, while supporting individual and collective healing through our annual Moonlit Memory Walk.

The Moonlit Memory Walk 2025 is taking place in 4 official locations: Burlington, Toronto, Calgary & Ottawa. To learn more about event location details, click here.

The distance of the walk differs from location to location. On average the walk is about 4km. The time it takes to complete the walk is approximately an hour, as we encourage a reflective stroll where we take the time to appreciate our surroundings and share stories of our loved ones.

Yes, you can walk in memory of your pet.

The Moonlit Memory Walk takes place regardless of the weather conditions - rain, shine or snow! We encourage walkers to bring a warm coat, comfortable shoes and an umbrella.

To participate in the Moonlit Memory Walk all participants must register and actively fundraise by securing in memoriam donations or donations to support a specific Home Hospice Association program.

Yes. The Walk is in open locations that should accommodate a wheelchair.

We will make every effort to arrange for you to be able to receive any prizing that you may have qualified for with your fundraising efforts; however, we can not always guarantee that we are able to do so.