Gutsy Walk Logo (From www.gutsywalk.ca)Gutsy Walk Logo (From www.gutsywalk.ca)
Sarnia

Gutsy Walk In Support Of Crohn's And Colitis

The Crohn's and Colits Foundation's 20th annual Gutsy Walk is being held Sunday afternoon in Canatara Park.

The walk is aimed at raising funds and awareness for those impacted by Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Development Coordinator Maria Glidden says there are over 230,000 Canadians living with the condition. She says most are diagnosed at a very young age.

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This year's walk ambassador is 22-year-old Katie Maybery of Corunna who is living with ulcerative colitis and had to have her large intestine removed.

The walk gets underway at 1pm at Canatara Park, with registration set for 12pm.

Those wishing to make a donation can do so at www.gutsywalk.ca.

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