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Amazing Race for Heartwood Place

One of my favorite charities is Heartwood Place in the region of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. It's been my great pleasure to participate as a volunteer photographer and hopefully these photos will show the community spirit of helping those in need by helping raise money to provide affordable housing. The first project was a 33 unit apartment building in Kitchener, Ontario and a second 66 unit building has just opened in Cambridge, Ontario.

The Amazing Race for Heartwood Place was launched in 2006 as a new event to help increase awareness about the housing crisis in the community and to raise money to build and manage more affordable housing. Over the past five years it has become an Amazing Event with Amazing Results!

Similar to the Amazing Race reality show, teams in both Family and Adult Divisions embark upon an exciting adventure starting at Chicopee Ski Club and taking them throughout the Region of Waterloo. Following clues and instructions in a combination of physical and mental challenges, teams travel to locations in Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge by cycling, running, walking or taking the GRT. Once in a while a chartered bus is provided for the longer trips - but that is a part of the unknown! The Amazing Racers are quick to say that they’ve had a wonderful time and some of the best experiences ever! The Amazing Race for Heartwood Place provides a full day of fun and adventure. It challenges participants in both divisions with team-building events that require “brain” and “brawn” skills. It takes them to locations which are new to them, teaches them more about the housing needs in our community and involves them in challenges with new and exciting expectations. Camaraderie is apparent throughout the day and highlighted in the Awards Presentations after a hearty supper. Visit Heartwood Place on line or Donate to Heartwood Place

NOTE: If you notice any errors or omissions in the captions please Email me at merv.sheppard@gmail.com and I will correct. Thanks.
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