14th Anniversary Annual Schomberg Country Run

Founded in 2011 by the late Rev. Sheilagh Ashworth, the Schomberg Country Run has taken place every year, raising tens of thousands of dollars to promote Reconciliation through the support of Clean Water initiatives, beginning in Pikangikum. Our efforts, combined with others, have resulted in success for Pikangikum firmly on the path of sustainable, clean drinking water in every home. But a huge amount of work remains for the many other reserves under water advisories, some for decades.

The choice of Water First, an NGO, supports sustainability of clean water. Funds are used train Indigenous candidates to achieve full certification to operate, maintain and repair Indigenous community water systems, many of which are in Ontario. Restoring clean water supplies speaks to Call to Action #18 in the TRC report of 94 Calls to Action.

Angela Long, in her article Walking For Water says: As he drives past the river that was once “the lifeline” of his village, Isaac Murdoch thinks the equation for Canada’s reconciliation with First Nations is simple.“Clean water means good reconciliation,” he says. “Water not so good means reconciliation not so good.”

The entry fee for any individual is $30. The family rate of $55 covers all those residing in the same household. There will be draw prizes for participants, so we will need the names of everyone in your household.

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Last year the Run raised $28,000; what will it be this year? Will you join in the fun and help at the same time.

For 12 years, this has been the only advertised opportunity to join in Reconciliation efforts in King Township, with funds responding to Call to Action #18 in the Truth and Reconciliation Report.

Expenses are minimized through the generosity of provided in kind services and donations

Thank you for considering a donation; please see below for details.

Supporting Sustainable Solutions for Clean Water

The Schomberg Country Run, hosted by the Anglican Parish of Lloydtown,

is an annual community event dedicated to raising funds to promote

reconciliation through the support of clean water initiatives. This event was

first organized by the late Rev. Sheilagh Ashworth who, in 2010,

recognized the urgent need for clean water in Pikangikum. The 14 th

Schomberg Country Run will be held on Saturday, September 28 th, 2024

All proceeds go to www.waterfirst.ngo Info email: [email protected]

We partner with Water First because they have shown excellence in the

delivery of services. Water First is guided by the Indigenous youth and

young adults who participate in programs, Indigenous staff and board

members, local Indigenous community partners, and by members of an

Indigenous Advisory Council.

Registration Form

SCR Sponsorship Form

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

St Mary Magdalene's Church, 116 Church Street, Schomberg, Canada