February 25, 2026
In the NEWS: 21 half-marathons, 21 days: Burlington firefighter’s fundraiser for mental health

This fall, one firefighter is turning personal pain into powerful purpose.
Ryan Gallagher, a Burlington firefighter and father, is taking on an extraordinary challenge: 21 half marathons in 21 consecutive days to raise $21,000 for Pathstone Mental Health. The journey begins on a deeply meaningful date, the anniversary of his father’s passing, a loss that shaped his own mental health story.
Read more about Ryan’s courageous “Ryan Runs 21” challenge HERE and the heart behind every kilometre.





