Halton Women's Place Hosts Its 'Hope in Every Step' Charity Walk on November 7

Halton Women's Place is calling on residents across the region, including Milton families, students and workplace teams, to take part in its annual Hope in Every Step charity walk next month in support of women and children fleeing violence and abuse.

What Happened

According to Halton Women's Place, the Hope in Every Step walk will take place on Saturday, November 7 at Spencer Smith Park in Burlington. Registration opens at 10:00 a.m., the walk begins at 11:00 a.m., and lunch is provided afterward. Money raised supports the organization's shelter services, crisis support and programs for women and children experiencing violence and abuse across Halton Region, which includes Milton.

Key Details

• When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 — registration at 10:00 a.m., walk at 11:00 a.m., lunch to follow

• Where: Spencer Smith Park, Burlington

• Cost: $20 for adults and $10 for youth, with the option to register individually or as a team

• Goal: the organization has set a 2026 pledge target of $25,000, and says $250 covers one night of emergency shelter

• Students: through the "Hours for Hope" program, eligible young participants can earn verified volunteer hours based on the funds they raise by November 7

• Register: more information and sign-up are available at haltonwomensplace.com/hope-in-every-step/

Community Impact

Halton Women's Place serves the entire region, including Milton, so the shelter beds, counselling and outreach funded by this walk are available to local families in crisis. For Milton students, the event also offers a way to earn community volunteer hours while supporting a cause close to home.

Background

Halton Women's Place says it has provided shelter, counselling and outreach to women and children experiencing violence and abuse for more than 40 years and operates year-round. The organization reports that last year's walk raised $76,292, including more than $41,000 in pledges. Students who want their hours tracked can email the organization's contact, Krisha, at kshah@haltonwomensplace.com after registering.

Source: FM101 Milton Now — https://www.miltonnow.ca/2026/10/20/139691/

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