Frequently asked questions

Anyone can join the Great Canadian Hike regardless of age, location or ability. It’s free to register. 

The Great Canadian Hike takes place from September 1 to 30, 2026. Registration opens August 4, 2026.

You can log your activity from anywhere in Canada, on a local trail, in your neighbourhood, or on the treadmill. Every kilometre counts. 

All activities count toward your progress. You can hike, bike, paddle, roll, run, row – or take part in any other activity that gets you moving.  

Participants have a chance to win prizes for reaching fundraising and activity milestones.

First, sign up as an individual participant. Once your registration is complete, you’ll be able to create a team directly from your dashboard. Need help? Follow our step-by-step guide to creating a team.

Once registered, you'll receive a personal fundraising page that you can customize and share with friends, family, and colleagues. We also provide tips and resources to help you reach your fundraising goals. 

Starting September 1, you can manually enter your distance in your participant dashboard, or, if you use a fitness app like Strava, Fitbit or Garmin, you can also sync your data for easy tracking. 

The Great Canadian Hike is hosted by Trans Canada Trail. Funds directly support trail development and maintenance across Canada. 

There are tons of opportunities for companies or workplaces to get involved with and support the Great Canadian Hike, including team based activities and challenges. Email Matt Ainsley, Director of Corporate Partnerships, to learn more: mainsley@tctrail.ca.