Countdown to the Hope Classic:

everyone a winner!
In the Hope Classic, "Finishing Is Winning!" For more information visit Team Hagkull website.

2009 photos
See the action from last year! Take a look at the photo gallery.

The Event

What a wonderful day to celebrate our 5th anniversary! Saturday August 21st, 2010 was a beautiful day in Chilliwack and another great day of fundraising. With over 270 people coming out along with our 60 volunteers, the event was a huge success! Together, everyone involved in the event raised over $20,000 for the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association. The Organizing Committee would like to thank our sponsors, the participants and the volunteers for making this year another great success!

If you missed the Chilliwack Event, the Kelowna Event will be happening on September 25th at Waterfront Park. We hope everyone will be able to join us again next year as we continue to grow this event, increase the awareness of spina bifida and hydrocephalus and raise more funds to improve the quality of life for those living with spina bifida and their families. The date for the 2011 Hope Classic in Chilliwack is August 20th. Mark it on your calendar and check back to the website for updates.

Also, the National Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association is contributing resources and support in hosting multiple run, walk and wheel events across the country during 2011. Please go to www.hopeclassic.ca for more information about the National events and how you can get involved in your own community.

This family-friendly event will begin at the Lions Club Hall (on Hope River road) at 9:45 a.m. The picturesque route will take participants down Kitchen, Fairfield and McSween Roads. This is designed to be a fun, non-competitive event, for in our opinion, Finishing is Winning.

This will be an event for the entire family to enjoy, and those in wheelchairs and strollers are encouraged to participate. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes. A BBQ with music and kid-friendly entertainment will follow in the Hope River Park, adjacent to the Finish Line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does it start?
What time should I arrive?
Where shall I park?
Why do we need “race” packets? Where do I pick them up?
Are there prizes for first, second, third, etc?
Am I allowed to rollerblade or use my scooter?
What if I can't complete the route or I happen to injure myself along the way?
I would like to get involved. Are there volunteer positions?
Is the Pledge Form a mandatory thing?
What happens after I cross the finish line?
Sounds like a makings of a great event for charity. Why Spina Bifida?
So the proceeds go to this organization?
Is this going to be an annual event?
Can I sponsor others?
I live too far from Chilliwack to attend the event. Is there something I can do in my own community?
I won't be able to attend the event but I'd still like to raise funds for the cause. What can I do?