Park Run raises funds for youth space

On June 22, the Park Run event at Alexander Park in Cornwall saw Cody Taylor from New Normal run 50 kilometers to raise funds for the Cornwall Youth Space Project. “The event and the run went well. We’ve done a lot of cool things, but the most fulfilling memories are when we give back to the community,” Taylor said.

The event started at 9am and had over 20 runners and many supporters. Participants, including children, joined Taylor in running laps around the park. By 2 p.m., Taylor had accomplished his goal. The event raised approximately $1500, with ongoing donations through their Raisely website currently exceeding $6000.

Melanie Boileau from Cornwall & Area Social Development Council (SDC) expressed her gratitude, saying: “There are no words to describe the feeling in my heart after witnessing this event. This was 100% a community effort!”

The initiative, supported by local businesses and organizations, aims to create a recreation area dedicated to the city’s youth, including amenities such as a Wi-Fi gazebo, updated basketball courts and more.