Charity Spotlight

Hogs for Hospice is a 3 day motorcycle rally on Civic Holiday weekend at Seacliff Park.

The event was started in 2016 to provide operating funds for the newly built Erie Shores Hospice Campus in Leamington that provides compassionate end-of-life care at no cost to families.

However, it has also been a goal of the organizers to create an event that brings the entire community together and showcases our beautiful town.

The support of the community has been incredible from day one with multiple levels of government, businesses, community groups and volunteers working together to make this event a success.

The Covid-19 pandemic prevented Hogs for Hospice from having a rally this year so the board had to find another way to bring in funds for the Hospice. With the support of sponsors OGVG, The Seabrook Financial Group and Plant Products they were able to run 2 online 50/50 raffles that brought in over $100,000 each.

Along with a charity walk, a drive in movie night and other donations Hogs for Hospice was able to raise $262,500 this year.

As the Covid challenges persist the organizers will continue to find creative ways to achieve their goals. Watch for more 50/50 draws this year, and be sure to follow them on Facebook to stay up on all the latest news and events.