October 1-31, 2026
Get active. Have fun. Make a difference.
Canadians with celiac disease are “stronger than gluten,” so they’re Stepping Up for Celiac this October. You’re invited to join this important event. This virtual peer-to-peer fundraiser invites you to walk, run or ride 5 km or more in support of the 1 in 100 Canadians living with celiac disease. There’s no registration fee — but we ask each participant to raise at least $200 to help us reach our goal of $70,000 by October 31. This year, funds raised go to our research and advocacy funds, as we push forward on our search for a cure, more affordable gluten-free eating and safe labelling.
How it Works
- Register for free – sign up as an individual or a team.
- Choose Your Activity – Run, walk, cycle, paddle – your pace, your place.
- Fundraise – Share your fundraising page with family and friends
- Track Your Progress – Log your distance and donations throughout the month
- Celebrate Your Impact – See the difference you’ve made in the lives of others
Run, Walk, Cycle or Paddle Anywhere Across Canada!
Funds raised support our programs that Find-Treat-Cure celiac disease.
Join us virtually from October 1-31.
Your Impact
Every dollar you raise helps Celiac Canada:
- invest in research towards a cure
- improve diagnosis rates through awareness campaigns and tools
- provide education and support to families, seniors and underserved communities
- advocate for more affordable, safer food
Why Step Up?
Celiac disease is serious, lifelong, and often invisible. By stepping up, you’re not just getting active – you’re giving hope to those who often suffer in silence. Rally your community and show them what support looks like.
Perks of Participating
- A personalized fundraising page
- Step up for Celiac digital toolkit
- Participant shout-outs and leaderboard
- Prizes for top fundraisers
Mark Your Calendar
- Challenge Period: October 1-31, 2026
- Goal: $70,000
- Fundraising Minimum: $200
- Registration Fee: $0
Ready to Step Up?
Donate today and help Canadians with celiac disease thrive.
Learn How to Join
Have questions? Want to fundraise as a workplace, school or community group in 2026?
Contact us: giving@celiac.ca
Interested in becoming an event sponsor?
Contact us: giving@celiac.ca
“How To” video Guides:
- How to Create a Personal Page:
https://youtu.be/2BgHKmaVpGE - How to Create a Team Page:
https://youtu.be/kTVjueMLbCg - How to Join a Team:
https://youtu.be/4nx81ShxY_A
