The RIDE is a family-friendly fundraising ride/walk where we gather for local charities that support people who are seeking hope, safety, + freedom all across Canada. Join us Saturday, Oct 4, 2025!
Matthew House Windsor brings HOPE, HOME, and FAMILY to refugee claimants arriving in Windsor-Essex by offering safe shelter and vital settlement support. As the number of men, women, and children seeking refuge grows, so does the need for compassionate care. Many newcomers struggle to find housing and support on their own but with your help, Matthew House ensures they are welcomed, restored, and empowered to thrive in their new community.
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Join the Ride for Refuge to help provide shelter and support services to newly arrived refugees. Together, we can offer hope and a fresh start.
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Additional parking available at Forest Glade Community Centre
Schedule
10:00 am: Meet Check-in
10:45 am: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks
11:00 am: Move Send-off
12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
1:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2026!
Not able to join us at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and participate offsite with friends and family.
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: The rest stop will have 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.
Children 12 and Under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at Ride for Refuge except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >
Check-In
All participants attending at the Main Event on Saturday, October 4, 2025 must check-in upon arrival.
Please Note: There is no registration fee to participate in the Ride for Refuge but fundraising is encouraged.
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.
Offsite fundraising participants can contact their local event director to arrange shirt pickup the week of the event.
Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the RIDE Head Office.
Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to Ride for Refuge with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to RIDE Head Office along with your completed pledge form.
Cash: You have 2 options:
1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...
2. Write a cheque (made out to “Ride for Refuge”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the RIDE Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.
Waivers
All participants must register online and accept the electronic waiver.
Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
Youth/Children: under the age of majority need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
An online waiver form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before RIDE Day.
Waivers will be available at check-in on RIDE Day.
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.
10KM out and back route along Ganatchio Trail Norh/South Extension. Level route with only one major road crossing. Start and finish at Matthew House Refugee Welcome Centre.