September 5, 2026
Walk begins at 10:30 AM
Lachine Canal National Historic Site
About the Walk
Explore one of Montréal's most iconic trails on a guided walk through the Lachine Canal National Historic Site. We'll be joined by special guest Bruny Surin to lead the walk and help participants explore this section of the Trans Canada Trail. Beginning near Ma Bicyclette Location de Vélos, across the canal from Atwater Market, we'll walk to the Trans Canada Trail Pavilion near the Saint-Gabriel Locks and back, stopping along the way to discover the canal's rich history and the role trails play in connecting communities. Trans Canada Trail staff and Bruny Surin will share stories about this National Historic Site and how it fits into the world's longest network of recreational trails.
Walk Details
- Guided 3km walk
- Out-and-back route along the Lachine Canal
- Suitable for all ages and abilities
- Visit the event booth, meet community partners, and connect with fellow hikers
Walk Leaders
Bruny Surin, Olympic Gold Medalist
Olympic Champion Bruny Surin has been a leader in Canadian sport for more than three decades. Born in Haiti and raised in Montreal, he represented Canada at four Olympic Games, and won a gold medal as part of the legendary mens’ 4x100m relay team at Atlanta 1996. He also jointly holds the Canadian record of 9.84 seconds in the 100m sprint, which he ran at the 1999 World Athletics Championships.
Mathieu Roy, CEO - Trans Canada Trail
Mathieu works alongside trail organizations, Indigenous communities, governments, donors and partners to advance initiatives that deliver lasting social, environmental, health and economic benefits to communities across the country. Recognized as an expert in sustainability, trail development, tourism, and active transportation, he is committed to positioning trails and outdoor infrastructure as essential assets for Canada’s future.
