Hi! I’m Rebecca Laing. As many of my friends and family know, in December 2025 we lost my amazing grandmother, Joan. She was truly one of the most vibrant, fun, insightful, and loving people you could ever know.

I have decided to run in her honour and to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C. My first race will be June 6th, 2026 in Toronto, as a 5km for the Women’s Mental Health run. I am continuing to train and will be looking to a 10km or half marathon in the fall.  

Grandma Joan (or “the ster” to some of us) loved being outside, exercising, connecting with others, and living each day with a positive and grateful mindset. Through this process, I hope to continue living the same way, feel connected to her, and raise money for a cause that is very close to all of our hearts. My grandma cared so much for taking care of herself and those around her, and I hope to honour her and my family through these donations. 

Thank you to everyone in advance.