BC Lions Join as Presenting Sponsor of Inclusion in Motion Walk & Family Festival

Richmond, BC, September 2025:  Families, friends, and community members of all abilities are invited to join Inclusion in Motion, a fun 1K Walk and Family Festival taking place on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) in Richmond.

This first-of-its-kind autism walk in the Lower Mainland is co-hosted by the Autism Support Network (ASN), the Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN), and Growing Together—three organizations dedicated to empowering families impacted by autism and other neurodiversities.

This year’s event proudly welcomes the BC Lions as Presenting Sponsor. Fans will have the chance to meet BC Lions players, snap photos with the team mascot, and take part in a fun, football-themed activity station designed to get families moving and cheering together.

Participants will also enjoy:

• An inclusive 1K walk around the grounds of the Pacific Autism Family Network

• Fun family activities and entertainment, featuring an array of carnival games with prizes, signature and photo opportunities with the BC Lions and Mascot Leo

• Delicious eats from White Spot’s On-The-Go Food Truck available for purchase

• An opportunity to support three organizations making a difference in BC — the Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) the Autism Support Network (ASN) and Growing Together (GT).

Event Details:

📅 Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Location: Pacific Autism Family Network, Richmond, BC

Registration is now open, with regular pricing of $20 per participant (caregivers walk for free) until July 31. Participants can register individually or as part of a team.

The Family Festival is Free and open to everyone. Registration is required.

👉 Register today: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/106621/inclusion-in-motion

About the Organizers

• Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN): A centre of excellence that supports individuals and families living with autism across the province.

• Autism Support Network (ASN): A grassroots, parent-led organization providing support, information, and resources to families impacted by autism.

• Growing Together: A sibling-led non-profit that supports families with a neurodivergent sibling by fostering inclusion, joy, and meaningful connections through community events and programs.

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