Community comes together at Mon Sheong’s 40th Annual Walk & Fun
Mon Sheong Foundation’s annual Walk & Fun concluded successfully on June 6 at Richmond Green Sports Centre & Park, bringing together more than 900 participants in support of the Foundation’s Because We Care Capital Campaign.
The event raised vital funds for the development of new long-term care centres. Close to 20 dignitaries from all three levels of government officiated the opening ceremony.
Following the charity walk, a vibrant Fun Fair welcomed the public with game booths, an inflatable playground and live performances. It was a day for all ages to embrace summer with family fun and community purpose.
“This year’s Walk & Fun marks our 40th year of walking together as a community to build a brighter, better future for our seniors. This annual event raises the crucial funds needed to drive Mon Sheong Foundation’s development of new long-term centres,” said Tim Kwan, Chairman of Mon Sheong Foundation. “Our Markham Long-Term Care Centre has reached the final stage of construction, which is expected to conclude in mid-2026. The 320-bed facility has been officially listed with Ontario Health atHome since April 21. It is slated to open in fall this year. Meanwhile, construction of our second location in Richmond Hill is also in full swing. The 288-bed care home is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.”
Garth Low, President of Mon Sheong Foundation, highlighted the significance of the Foundation’s expansion in Markham.
“Our upcoming long-term care centre in Markham marks a significant expansion of our footprint in the city. The 11-storey facility will also stand as Markham’s largest long-term care centre and its design is calibrated around the principle of resident-centred care. We hope the community will continue to support our endeavours to develop more new facilities so that more people get access to the high-quality care they need sooner.”
To learn more about Mon Sheong Foundation, visit MonSheong.org or follow @MonSheong on social media.
Photo: Representatives from Mon Sheong Foundation and local dignitaries officiate the Walk & Fun opening ceremony.