UPDATE as of May 21: The Move for Youth 2025 challenge is now over. Thank you! Over just two weeks, you helped smash our goals! Together, with 1,017 participants, we moved more than 100 million steps and raised over $141,000 to support local youth.
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Our sponsors want you to step up to the challenge! Move for Youth wouldn’t be possible without our title partner National Bank, our incredible sponsors, and our corporate partners.
Title Sponsor
National Bank is proud to be the title sponsor of Move for Youth, now in its fifth year, supporting programs that provide children safe spaces to learn, play, and thrive. The campaign’s growth has been inspiring and crucial, bringing communities together across East Ontario and Outaouais to raise vital funds that remove barriers and help young people reach their full potential.
Every dollar raised and every step taken equips youth with the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. By investing in their well-being, National Bank helps build hope, resilience, and a stronger future for the entire community.
As fathers and community leaders, Stéphane Duguay and Richard Ferland embody the National Bank’s commitment to youth. Stéphane reflects, “Move for Youth is about coming together as a community to support healthy, active lifestyles and give young people the opportunities they deserve.” Richard reinforces this vision: “It takes a village to raise a child, and together our region is helping children grow up healthy and strong—and that’s what we’re doing here.”
Through Move for Youth, National Bank continues to unite communities, ensuring more kids across East Ontario and Outaouais have the support and opportunities to thrive—today and for years to come.
“Giving back means playing a part in building a community where every child has the opportunity to succeed. It’s about creating real opportunities that help youth thrive today and lead tomorrow.”
Stéphane Duguay
Regional Vice President, National Bank
Media Sponsors
Le Droit is a trusted media organization with a mission to provide rigorous, independent local information that creates connections between individuals and organizations, giving a strong voice to our communities. They have been a dedicated partner since Move for Youth began. Le Droit provides in-kind media to recognize our sponsors and contribute to Move for Youth’s overall success.
Ottawa’s Move 100, a division of Bell Media, plays today’s best variety on the radio and is a proud Move for Youth media sponsor again this year. Bell Media is a long-time partner of United Way East Ontario, working with us to amplify community stories and raise awareness about local issues. With their support, we can encourage more people to join us and MOVE!
Platinum Sponsors
Coventry Connections, based in Ottawa, is a leading provider of taxi, black car, and limousine services, operating 24/7 with a strong community focus. Led by Ottawa native Marc Andre Way, who has been lifting heavy weights and training consistently for over 25 years, the company values giving back and supporting youth through programs like the Boys and Girls Club.
Marc Andre’s dedication to strength training reflects his disciplined approach to leadership and community involvement. He and his team actively participate in local health and wellness initiatives, volunteering their time to promote fitness and engagement. Coventry Connections proudly supports the region’s youth by helping create opportunities and positive experiences both on and off the road.
“It’s so important to offer kids guidance today. With all the distractions like electronics, providing programs that help them discover meaningful life experiences truly makes a difference.”
Marc Andre Way
President & CEO, Coventry Connections
Founded in 1996, Doyle Salewski Inc. is a community-focused firm dedicated to helping people build stronger futures. President Brian Doyle brings an adventurous spirit and a strong commitment to community involvement to his leadership.
Doyle Salewski Inc. actively supports Move for Youth because they believe in its real impact—providing safe spaces for youth to learn, grow, and simply be kids. Brian emphasizes that giving back means showing up for the community and supporting youth programs that offer safe spaces, homework help, and mental health resources. “It’s about being part of something bigger than yourself,” notes Brian. The firm is deeply committed to supporting youth programs, reflecting a commitment to giving back and building a stronger community together.
“Our work is about helping people build stronger futures, and that starts with kids. Supporting youth today lays the foundation for a healthier, more resilient community tomorrow.”
Brian Doyle
President, Doyle Salewski Inc.
KRB is a business-focused law firm with offices in Ottawa, Montreal, and Quebec City, serving clients across various industries. The Ottawa office specializes in commercial real estate and financing.
Deeply committed to supporting youth in the community, KRB Lawyers actively raises awareness and funds to help remove barriers faced by vulnerable children. Patricia and her colleagues enjoy staying active through hiking and outdoor activities, believing that fostering wellness and teamwork strengthens the community. The firm’s dedication to investing in youth education and wellbeing reflects its core values—believing that supporting the next generation today is essential to building a stronger, more prosperous future for all.
“Investing in kids today means building a better community tomorrow. At KRB, we’re committed to helping remove barriers so all youth can succeed.”
Patricia Bejide
Junior Real Estate & Financing Associate, KRB Lawyers
1-800 Radiator is a trusted provider of automotive cooling system services with a strong presence in the community. Suzanne Groulx, who has been with the company for seven years, enjoys staying active through daily walks in her village of Wendover—a routine that supports both her physical and mental well-being.
The company is proud to support Move for Youth, recognizing the unique opportunity it provides to give back by helping children be themselves, make friends, and stay active. For Suzanne and the team at 1-800 Radiator, giving back means making a meaningful difference in the lives of youth—offering them the chance to grow happy and healthy. “I feel that you haven’t lived until you gave something to someone that you know can never repay you and then you create a cycle of giving in this world.”
“Busy kids are happy kids. When children are active and engaged, they grow into happy adults who become pillars of society.”
Suzanne Groulx
Field Sales Manager, 1-800 Radiator
Laiterie de l’Outaouais is a proud local dairy factory based in Gatineau, just minutes from downtown Ottawa. Founded through a community mobilization 15 years ago, the dairy is deeply rooted in supporting local families and fostering youth development. The company produces fresh milk, cream, and their famous chocolate milk, sourcing directly from area farms and investing in the local economy.
President and CEO Yannick Bouchard believes in leading by example—he stays active by playing hockey with friends, badminton with his son, and biking to work when possible. This commitment to healthy living is reflected in the dairy’s ongoing support for youth sports, food security initiatives, and partnerships with local organizations. For Yannick and his team, giving back is part of their DNA, helping nurture the next generation and strengthen the community.
“Youth is the future. Helping them dream and develop life skills through sport builds confidence and prepares them to overcome challenges.”
Yannick Bouchard
President & CEO, Laiterie de l’Outaouais
Metro Plus Marché Kelly is a community-focused grocery store in Gatineau, celebrated for its inclusive environment and dedication to giving back to the people it serves. DieuDonne SiBoniyo, the store’s director is an energetic individual, who enjoys staying active through playing soccer, dancing, and playing outdoors with his two children. He believes that a healthy, active lifestyle is essential for both personal well-being and community strength.
For Metro Plus Marché Kelly and DieuDonne, supporting Move for Youth is about more than just a sponsorship—it’s about giving back and creating opportunities for children to thrive. They see their community and store as a place where everyone looks out for each other, where families can eat, grow and have fun together, to build a bright and healthy future for all.
“Supporting our youth is about investing in the future of our community. When we help kids grow, learn, and have fun, we’re strengthening our connection to one another and building up the next generation.”
DieuDonne SiBoniyo
Director, Metro Plus Marché Kelly
Silver Sponsors
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