One Foot in Front of the Other
WāōH – With an open Heart
Trevor’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and discovering purpose through service to others.
Raised in a chaotic environment marked by addiction, abuse, and instability, he struggled from an early age with trauma, substance use, and a constant search for belonging. Despite flashes of success — academically, athletically, and professionally — the deeper wounds, some of them self-created, eventually caught up with him, leading to a complete personal collapse that left him battling his mental health and, ultimately, homeless.
But in that darkness came a turning point.
A simple message seen while staying in a men’s shelter sparked a journey of healing, self-discovery, and transformation. Through recovery, fatherhood, cycling, and community involvement, Trevor rebuilt his life with a new partner and a new purpose: giving back and helping others feel seen, supported, and connected.
That purpose led him to years of charity cycling, raising significant funds for causes supporting kids and families affected by childhood cancer, building community through endurance events, and eventually creating a business rooted in wellness, movement, and connection. His newest venture, WāōH is an evolution of his continued commitment to leave the world a better place than he inherited.
That spirit is at the heart of this new challenge. In December 2026, Trevor will attempt to complete 500km on and around the Elora Cataract Trailway with the goal of raising $5,000 in support of two causes deeply connected to the mission of WāōH. Supporters will have the option to direct donations toward East Wellington Community Services, helping support unhoused and vulnerable community members, and/or toward the Elora Cataract Trailway Association, whose stewardship of the trail has helped create a powerful space for movement, healing, and human connection. More than an endurance challenge, the event is a living reflection of the belief that healing happens through community, purpose, and showing up for one another — with an open heart.
Join Us in Creating Meaningful Change
This is the beginning…
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Fundraising Event
The inaugural effort being undertaken this year is to attempt 500 total kilometres on and around the Elora Cataract Trailway in the month of December
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Participants
The event is currently a solo effort. This significantly reduces the amount of overhead drain from donations.
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Funds Raised
The cumulative amount raised will appear here.
Blog
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Empowering Change Through Fundraising
Please click the logo below to go to each organization’s donation site.
For East Wellington Community Services, you will be taken to CanadaHelps.
For the Elora Cataract Trailway, you will be taken to the Credit Valley Conservation Foundation.
Please select WaoH from the drop-down menu and include WaoH in the “Send a message to this charity” field before completing the donation.
East Wellington Community Services (EWCS) is a community-based organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families across East Wellington. Through a range of programs and services, including food support, transportation assistance, senior programs, and community outreach, EWCS provides practical support, connection, and a caring presence for people navigating difficult times. Donations designated to EWCS are made through Canada Helps’ donor portal, and EWCS issues your official charitable tax receipt.
*NOTE* Unfortunately, due to privacy concerns, EWCS can only reflect donations by amount. Your name will not appear on the WāōH Thank You page even if you have selected the option to share your information when you make the donation.
Please include WaoH in the “How did you hear about us” when setting up your account on the CVCF donation page.
The Elora Cataract Trailway Association (ECTA) stewards one of the region’s most valued recreational corridors. Following a former rail line through Wellington and Dufferin County, the trail links communities from Elora to Cataract and connects people to nature, heritage, and one another. Through partnerships with the two landowning conservation authorities, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) and the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), ECTA supports the trail through volunteer stewardship, community engagement, and fundraising. Our current priority is rehabilitating aging culverts and bridges with CVC and the Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) to keep the trail safe, accessible, and resilient for future generations. Donations to this cause are made through CVCF’s secure donor portal, and CVCF issues your official charitable tax receipt.
