Défi Everest Orford

Défi Everest Orford is a charity sporting event presented by Défi Sportif AlterGo at Mont Orford in Orford, Quebec, Canada. The 6th edition runs September 18–21, 2025, offering an inclusive mountain ascent across all weather, with volunteer randonneurs helping participants with functional limitations ascend Mont Orford using adaptive equipment such as Joëlette chairs and Trackz Mobility walkers. A new category welcomes participants needing hiking guidance without specialized equipment. The event emphasizes community and accessibility, with no registration fee to participate, raising funds to support AlterGo's campaign (target $40,000) to expand sport and leisure opportunities for people with disabilities. Fernand Courchesne and AlterGo organize efforts, with proceeds donated, and the goal is 19 ascents mirroring the Everest altitude. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.