Join us on the Trail! Throughout September our team is hosting guided trail walks in cities across Canada. These walks are a great opportunity to meet fellow trail lovers, log some extra kilometers towards your Great Canadian Hike goal, and connect with the Trans Canada Trail team to learn about trail projects in your area. Each guided walk is approximately 3 kilometers long, fully accessible and open to all ages and hiking abilities.
Free to attend, pre-registration recommended using the links below.
Locations
Montreal, QC
September 5, 10:30 AM
Lachine Canal National Historic Site
Explore one of Montreal's most iconic trails on a guided walk through the Lachine Canal National Historic Site. We'll be joined by special guest walk leader Bruny Surinto lead the walk and help participants explore this section of the Trans Canada Trail.
Toronto, ON
September 10, 6:00 PM
Biidaasige Park
Come log some kilometres with us at Toronto's newest waterfront park! Join the Great Canadian Hike community for an evening of connecting with fellow participants before heading out on a guided 3km walk through Biidaasige Park
Ottawa, ON
September 19, 10:30 AM
Prescott-Russell Trail
Join us at the Bourget Pavilion for a guided trail walk along the scenic Prescott-Russell Recreational Trail.
Calgary, AB
September 19, 10:30 AM
Eau Claire Plaza
Discover one of Calgary's most scenic urban landscapes as you explore the Bow River Pathway with the Great Canadian Hike community. Starting at Eau Claire Plaza we will head out towards the Trans Canada Trail Pavilion. This relaxed 3 km guided walk will follow the river through the heart of the city.
Victoria, BC
September 26, 10:30 AM
Beacon Hill
There's no better place to celebrate the Great Canadian Hike than at the western end of the Trans Canada Trail. Join us for a guided 3 km walk through Beacon Hill Park to the iconic Point Zero monument, where Canada's national trail begins (or ends, depending on your perspective!).
Create your own meetup
Let’s move Canada! The Great Canadian Hike is all about getting out on the Trail together. If you are part of a hiking, running, cycling, birding, dog walking club or volunteer for a local trail association, consider creating a team and planning a group meetup to log your kilometers. This is a great opportunity to connect with likeminded individuals and welcome new members to your group all while helping to support the Trans Canada Trail.
Tips for success:
- Select a day and time when your group already regularly meets to make it easy for people to participate.
- Plan a route in advance to make sure its achievable for your group and matches their level of fitness.
- Create a team page on the Great Canadian Hike and invite everyone to join it.
- Share your meetup plans in your community on bulletin boards and online community groups.
Important Terms & Conditions:
- Organizers must comply with all local laws and regulations for hosting a public gathering and seek permits as required.
- Community meetups are organized independently by local participants. While we're cheering you on, Trans Canada Trail doesn't organize, manage, or provide support for these events.
- Organizers should avoid promoting their meetup as an official event or using Trans Canada Trail or Great Canadian Hike logos in a way that suggests Trans Canada Trail Involvement.
- Trans Canada Trail takes no legal responsibility for community-led events.
Contact events@tctrail.ca with any questions regarding the terms and conditions for community-lead events.
