20 years and 131 million steps for conservation

WWF

Over the past 20 years, more than 70,000 climbers have climbed 131 million steps in WWF-Canada’s largest fundraising event, helping WWF deliver conservation results here in Canada and around the world.

The climb isn’t as scary as it sounds – the average climb time is approximately 25 minutes and people of every age and fitness level participate. Last year, ages ranged from seven to seventy! And, with both a team challenge and public climb to choose from there really is something for everyone.

The team challenge will take place on Thursday, April 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and is a great opportunity for colleagues or fitness buddies to challenge each other. The public climb is on Saturday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Bring your family and friends or come alone and set a new personal best time.

More than 6,000 people are expected to climb the Tower this year and prove how much they care about our planet. Climbers will compete for great prizes awarded to the fastest individual, fastest male, female and co-ed team as well as top fundraisers. New this year, win a trip for two to Churchill to see firsthand the effects of climate change and why your fundraising support is so important. Your name will be entered into the contest for every $150 raised.

Last year, the climb raised more than $1.2 million and helped WWF-Canada mobilize industry and individuals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through programs such as Earth Hour, Living Planet Community and Climate Savers.

By participating in WWF-Canada’s biggest fundraising event, Canadians are taking a stand against climate change and to help preserve our planet.

Take the next step and help keep your city and your planet healthy – visit wwf.ca to sponsor a friend, relative or the WWF-Canada team and help fight climate change.

For more information visit wwf.ca or call our event hotline at 416-484-7716.

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For more information:
Ashley Brasfield, Communications Coordinator, WWF-Canada, Tel: 416-489-4567 ext 7228,
[email protected]