About This Campaign
With a $25 donation, your name will be painted on the Epilepsy Awareness Rally Car which will be seen by thousands around the world during the Targa Newfoundland Race. From Sept. 14 to 19 the Epilepsy Awareness Car will be driving/racing some 2000+ KM across Newfoundland.
All donations will go directly to Epilepsy Ontario and will go toward providing awareness, support services, advocacy, education and research. (Donation/Tax receipts will be provided – Our Charity Reg #: 11890 0844 RR0001)
These donations will help us provide much needed resources to families and individuals living with Epilepsy. Many people living with Epilepsy feel isolated and stigmatized, but Epilepsy Ontario works to combat that stigma and works toward improving the lives of people living with epilepsy.
Why Targa:
With significant national and international media coverage including:
• 100,000 Live spectators
• 100 race teams
• TV coverage for up to 240 million people world wide
• 20 million magazine readers
• 250,000+ social media and on line media visitors and coverage
This event will reach a huge audience of people and as a result, will be an amazing resource in our mission to raise awareness about Epilepsy. We also have the amazing opportunity to raise funds for Epilepsy Ontario while offering donors a really incredible opportunity to be apart of this fun, exciting and competitive race.
The Race:
Now in its thirteenth year, The Targa Newfoundland is the only race of its kind in North America, boasting a 2,000 Kilometer course across The Rock and featuring unparalleled scenery and challenge. A grueling week-long adventure through the paved open roads of Eastern Newfoundland and the many wonders of its natural beauty. Speeds so fast there’s barely time to soak in the smell of the salt water or the up-close and personal views of the Atlantic Ocean on the shoreline. The event will be taking place September 14 – 19, 2014.
The Car:
A race prepared 1999 Honda Civic with a unique Acura engine and transmission. This car is very fast and very demanding to drive, yet unconditionally rewarding. It was a winner at the 2012 Empire State Performance Rally in New York.
The Drivers:
Peter Andrews
Peter has over 6 years’ experience racing in the Quebec Formula 1600 Tour and Formula Libre series and has raced in supporting races at the Canadian Grand Prix and the Grand Prix de Trois- Rivieres. When Peter is not putting the boot to a pedal, he is the President of the Ottawa Epilepsy Foundation.
Michel Julian
Michel has over 10 years’ experience racing in the Ontario Formula 1600, Quebec Formula 1600 Tour and Formula Libre series and is an avowed lead foot. He has participated in supporting races at the Canadian Grand Prix and at MCO and IMSA events. When he is not donning a helmet, you can find Michel driving his eco-friendly Smart car, although it’s not recommended that you challenge him at a stoplight.
