$147,15098%Goal:
$150,000
Burnaby Royal Oak
Hosted by Journey Home Community
What moves you? Join us on Saturday, Oct1, 2022 for the Ride for Refuge, a family-friendly bike + walk fundraiser. The is a day when you can declare their solidarity with millions of people in Canada and around the world who are displaced, exploited, persecuted, or abused.
We ride or walk together to call attention to refugee claimants, whose lives have been turned upside down as they have been displaced from their country, community, family and all they have known.
Community Sponsors
Burnaby Royal Oak (Journey Home Community) is super grateful for our fantastic 2022 sponsors! View all sponsors >
Event Day Details
Save the date - RIDE Day is October 1, 2022!
The Ride for Refuge is a day when Canadians declare their solidarity with millions of people in Canada and around the world who are displaced, exploited, persecuted, or abused.
We ride or walk together to call attention to those whose lives have been turned upside down as they have been displaced from their country, community, family and all they have known.
We stand with refugee claimants, welcoming them, then housing and supporting them during their first critical months.
StartGoogle Map
4061 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 1Z1
Journey Home Community Ride for Refuge 2022 is being hosted by Kingsway Church. This is also the site of our Celebration Event which will start at 5:00 pm. We look forward to celebrating with our captains, participants, volunteers and donors.
Important Notes
This year Kingsway Community Church is hosting the Ride on Oct 1st! Right across from Burnaby Central Park, this is the location for our start, finish and celebration.
Several Journey Home Teams are doing their own rides elsewhere. Wherever and whenever you rode, walked or hiked, we would love you to join us for our Celebration Event!
- 5:00 PM Celebration Event kicks off
- 6:30 PM Celebration Event wraps up
- Great Food
- Great Company
- Live Music
Hear first-hand of the impact you have made in the lives of refugee claimants. This event will celebrate our Captains, Participants, Sponsors, Donors and Volunteers. See you there!!
To find our more about Journey Home Community Ride and what you are supporting, visit our our website.
Special Schedule
For Journey Home Community RIDE only!
Meet
- 2:30 pm: Check-in opens
- 3:00 pm: Welcome
Move
- 3:15 pm: Send-Off 20 km Riders
- 3:30 pm: Send-Off 10 km Riders and all Walkers
Munch
- 4:30 pm: Gather for a Celebration Event
- 5:00 pm: Celebration Event kicks-off
Mosey
- 6:30 pm: Celebration Event finishes
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Check-In
- All participants will check-in personally at the event on Saturday, October 1, 2022.
- T-shirts! Fundraising participants who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a RIDE shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.
- There is no registration fee to participate in the Ride for Refuge, but most participants raise $250-300 or more in support of their charity.
- No money or cheques will be processed at check-in.
Can't join us on event day? If you have a conflict, we hope you'll join us by fundraising and walking on your own.
Waivers
All participants should register online and accept the electronic waiver.
- Adults: When you register online, you will automatically accept an electronic waiver, which is all that is needed for adults.
- Youth/Children: If you have youth or children on your team, they will need to have their parent or guardian sign a printed paper waiver.
- Someone on your team (like you!) must take a photo of all child/youth waivers and send them to waivers@rideforrefuge.org.
- Waivers will be available at check-in on Event Day.
Route Details
- Route Distances: We have great routes where you can walk 2.5 or 5 km or bike 10 or 20 km.
- Rest Stops: There will be one rest stop on each route with yummy snacks and drinks.
- Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold orange RIDE signs.
- Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.
- 12 and under participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
What to Bring
A few common sense suggestions:
- A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
- Your bike and helmet or walking shoes
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- Warm layers with moisture-repelling clothing. Early October weather can be cool, with rain and wind. The weather might also be gorgeous and sunny. So be sure to keep your eye on the forecast.
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!
Burnaby Royal Oak Maps
Check out this year's RIDE route maps below:
This ride starts and finishes at Kingsway Church and explores Burnaby, passing where Journey Home Community has our offices, mostly using the cities extensive bike routes and paths.
This 10 km route starts and finishes at Kingsway Church, mostly on dedicated bike routes and takes you through the neighborhood where Journey Home Community has their offices.
This is a walk through the Park, literally. Enjoy
This enjoyable walk through the woods will be perfect for families with young children and others who prefer a shorter route.
Burnaby Royal Oak Scoreboard
Are you thrashing the competition (for a good cause)? Find out here! Stats are updated every 15 minutes. See how you stack up on the national scoreboard >
About Journey Home Community
Our Mission
Inspired by God’s love, we are creating caring communities
that offer refugee claimants housing, settlement support,
and opportunities for connection.
Our Vision
We envision a society where all refugees experience
hope and belonging as they engage in meaningful participation
in their community and flourish in all aspects of life. Journey Home Community exists to welcome newly arriving refugee claimant families into the Metro Vancouver area.
Will you support our vision and draw alongside refugee families?
Families arrive after fleeing persecution, seeking a new home in a safe place. After settling they are ready to utilize their multiple skills and abilities to make Canada an even better place!
Join us in making the difference for these courageous families. RIDE or WALK with us on October 1st.
On Oct 1st, Ride for Refuge 2022 will be immediately followed by a Celebration Event. All Riders, Participants, Donors, and Sponsors will be invited, even if your event is a different day. Join us at 4:30 PM
For more information contact Doug Peat at 778-242-1227 or email doug@journeyhomecommunity.ca
2021 RIDE Photos
Here's a collection of our favourite photos from RIDE 2021 nationwide - special thanks to our many volunteer photographers who sent them in!
Contact Us
RIDE Burnaby Royal Oak 2022
Doug Peat Ride Lead
Phone 778.242.1227
Email doug@journeyhomecommunity.ca