Club 3A

I first became aware of On the Tips of the Toes in November 2019. I was immediately moved by the work of this exceptional foundation. I also discovered a cause that merged some of my dearest personal values : my belief that nature and the outdoors can heal; my conviction that humans grow by overcoming challenges; my love for our upcoming generations, whatever their background, origin or social status.

For quite some time, I’ve had the desire to “give meaning” to my love of the outdoors. I already find great satisfaction in all my activities (solo, with friends or with my family), but wanted to do more with my “micro-adventures”. Being an Ambassador for the Foundation motivates me to get out there as often as I can; every step I take resonates the marvelous work On the Tips of the Toes accomplishes daily.

My relationship with nature

I started “playing outside” at the age of 12. At the time, I was into sports that give an adrenaline rush (alpine skiing, snowboarding, white water kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing). With age, I turned to activities of a “contemplative” nature. Hiking (day hikes or multi day travels) has been my activity of choice for a couple of years now, but snowshoeing, canoeing, backcountry camping and bikepacking are also up there. I NEED this contact with Mother Nature, this intimate relationship with the outdoors, by myself or with my family. Living outdoors is an ESSENTIAL break from the rat race. It is a reminder that simplicity and focusing on the essentials is an important key to achieving balance and happiness. And although I consider myself “contemplative”, it seems I still can crank out the miles at an impressive rhythm.

Marche à suivre

In the near future, I aim completing a couple of self-sustained section hikes (5 to 10 days), in preparation for longer journeys : Rideau Trail (Kingston to Ottawa, 387 km); Superior Trail (Minessota USA, 500 km); Sentier International des Appalaches (SIA — Quebec, 650 km); Bruce Trail (Niagara Escarpment, 900 km)

My ultimate goal is to complete long distance thru-hikes: first the Appalachian Trail (3500 km), then the Pacific Crest Trail (4250 km).

In parallel with a hiking challenge in Charlevoix, Bruno organized a fundraising campain in 2019 to support the expeditions from the Foundation. Beside his sport challenges, he’s always seeking for new ways to get involve and to promote the foundation through different communication platforms. He’s a higly motivated and creative ambassador who’s commited to the cause.