For immediate release: Community Unites for Second Annual Walk to End Intimate Partner Violence in Durham Region
Durham, Ontario – September 4, 2025 – On Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 10 a.m., eight local violence against women organizations will host the Second Annual Community Walk to End Intimate Partner Violence. The walk starts at Durham Region Headquarters, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby.
This powerful event is brought to you by Bethesda House, Herizon House, Luke’s Place, Safety Network Durham, the Denise House, Victim Services Durham Region, Women’s Multicultural Resource Centre of Durham (WMRCC of Durham), and YWCA Durham, in collaboration with the Region of Durham.
“Our goal is to raise awareness, break the silence, and take action toward ending this epidemic once and for all,” said the hosting coalition.
This event is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome in support of the participating organizations, with every dollar helping to provide life-saving services. After the walk, participants are invited to stay for games, activities, and exciting prizes.
Event Details
📍 Location: The walk begins at Durham Region Headquarters, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby
📅 Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
🕙 Time: 10 a.m.
🎟️ Free to attend | Donations to the participating organizations are appreciated
Registration is available online at 2025.ipvawarenesswalk.ca.
Media Contact
Riley Spigarelli, Executive Director, Bethesda House executivedirector@bethesdahouse.ca.
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