A group of women walk forward on a path in the foreground, with the words "ONE STEP Closer" and a purple ribbon against a city skyline in the background.

Women's Centre Of York Region

LXCL:Free entry—registration required. A quick note: Zeffy covers our transaction fees through optional tips. Feel free to add one or select "no tip"—either way, 100% of your donation still goes to WCYR.

General Admission

One Step Closer is a community walk to honour survivors of post-separation abuse and intimate partner violence, and to recognize the strength it takes to seek safety and support.&nbsp; By registering, you help shine a light on the hidden realities women and their families face after leaving abuse. Funds raised support counselling, peer groups, case management, and practical resources offered by Women&rsquo;s Centre of York Region, so more women can continue their journey toward safety, stability, and self‑determination. 💜 📅 October 4th, 2026 @ 10:00 AM 📍 Starts: WCYR Newmarket, 16655 Yonge St (Rear of Building) 📍 Ends: Newmarket Superior Court, 50 Eagle St Walk together. Raise awareness. Support survivors. Create change. 💜 Want to make an even bigger impact? Register a team or start your own fundraising page and invite your friends, family, and colleagues to join you. <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/peer-to-peer/fundraise-for-one-step-closer" id="isPasted" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/peer-to-peer/fundraise-for-one-step-closer</a>&nbsp;

Hi First name, Thank you for registering for our event and supporting our cause. Your registration greatly helps our mission. 🚀 If you would like to contribute further, contact us to become a volunteer, or talk to your friends about our cause! Nivedita Balachandran nivb@wcyr.ca

One Step Closer is a community walk to honour survivors of post-separation abuse and intimate partner violence, and to recognize the strength it takes to seek safety and support.  By registering, you help shine a light on the hidden realities women and their families face after leaving abuse. Funds raised support counselling, peer groups, case management, and practical resources offered by Women’s Centre of York Region, so more women can continue their journey toward safety, stability, and self‑determination. 💜 📅 October 4th, 2026 @ 10:00 AM 📍 Starts: WCYR Newmarket, 16655 Yonge St (Rear of Building) 📍 Ends: Newmarket Superior Court, 50 Eagle St Walk together. Raise awareness. Support survivors. Create change. 💜 Want to make an even bigger impact? Register a team or start your own fundraising page and invite your friends, family, and colleagues to join you. <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/peer-to-peer/fundraise-for-one-step-closer" target="_blank">https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/peer-to-peer/fundraise-for-one-step-closer</a>

Women's Centre Of York Region

One Step Closer: A Walk for Post-Separation Abuse & IPV Awareness

16775 Yonge St

General Admission

Free

Add a donation