Crohn’s and Colitis Canada hosts the Gutsy Walk

Media Advisory: Crohn’s and Colitis Canada hosts the Gutsy Walk, the country’s largest community fundraiser for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, on Sunday, June 2nd to raise much-needed funds for patient programs and world-class research projects focused on finding cures.

What: With over 60 walk sites across Canada, the 5-kilometre walk is a fun-filled and family-friendly event. Each location highlights a local honorary chair selected by members of their local community.

Why: We are the only national, volunteer-based charity focused on finding cures and improving the lives of those affected by these chronic diseases. While currently 270,000 Canadians live with inflammatory bowel disease, scientific experts expect this number to rise to 400,000 by 2030. Thanks to fundraising efforts, such as the Gutsy Walk, we have invested nearly $122 million in research to date.

Who: This year our honoury chair is Adrian Bulfon. Adrian was diagnosed with colitis when he was 16. Currently Adrian in 2nd year med student and is working towards becoming a gastroenterologist so that he will be able to help others with the disease.

When: Sunday, June 2, 2019 Registration time – 9:30 a.m.
Start of walk – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Gibbons Park
2A Grosvenor St., London, Ontario

Highlights: Adrian Bulfon- Honoury Chair and Julie Hebert Walk Chair are available for an interview to share more information about the walk with you

For more information about the Gutsy Walk, please visit gutsywalk.ca. To learn more about the event and schedule media coverage, please contact:

Julie Hebert
Walk Chair – volunteer
Crohn’s and Colitis Canada
519-318-7194
jewelsann76@gmail.com