La Grande Marche Pierre Lavoie expands to Acton Vale and Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

The 12th edition of La Grande Marche, organized by Le Grand Défi Pierre Lavoie, is being held across more than 120 municipalities in Quebec to promote healthy living habits.

In Acton Vale, the event will take place on October 17 for the first time. Initiated by local residents Katy Rodgers and Denis Paradis, the 5 km walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. from Donald-Martin Park. The route includes snack stops at the arena, Roger-LaBrèque Park, and the intersection of 4th Avenue and Route 139. An official warm-up is scheduled for 9:15 a.m.

In Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, the event is scheduled for October 18 at the Parc régional des Îles-de-Saint-Timothée. Participants can choose between 2.5 km and 5 km loops. The program includes a warm-up at 9:45 a.m., a 10 a.m. departure, snacks, and various activities such as electronic basketball and velcro baseball. Both events are free and open to the public.