We’re making Canada a great place to walk.
Our vision: a Canada where everyone can enjoyably, easily and safely walk to school, work, play, shopping, and transit.
NEW! see: National Active Transportation Strategy
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What we do
Canada Walks promotes the value of walking and walkability, and works with partners to help build Canada’s walking movement. What we do:
Research and engagement
We conduct research on walkability and its benefits, and share new and existing research with a variety of audiences.
Consulting services
We offer customized fee-for-service workshops and other services, including webinars, walkability audits, and community engagement.
Support for action
We work with local, regional, and national stakeholders to implement walkability policies and initiatives.
Programs
We operate affiliated walking programs, including Active & Safe Routes to School and the Walk Friendly Communities designation program.
Benefits of walking
Reap the benefits of increased walking and walkability in your community.
Improves health and mental well being
Boosts the local economy
Creates sustainable and connected communities
Increases neighbourhood safety
News
FCM calls for federal active transportation leadership
A resolution adopted by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (95% in favour) urges the federal government to take action in support of active transportation. The resolution, put forth by the Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities, calls for a National Active...
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