Building a Family Tradition, One Walk at a Time
The best family traditions don’t always start with big plans. Sometimes, they sneak up on you — a spontaneous walk after dinner, a quiet moment by the water, a Sunday morning wander when you just need to get outside.
It doesn’t seem like much at first. But before you know it, that simple outing becomes the thing you always do — a tradition that always brings your family together.
It Starts with One Walk
The Trans Canada Trail winds through every province and territory, connecting neighbourhoods, cities and hidden corners of the outdoors. For many families, a connection with the Trail starts close to home.
Maybe it’s your first walk with a new baby. Maybe it’s introducing a toddler to the feeling of gravel underfoot and leaves overhead. Maybe it’s a growing kid on their first bike ride, learning to cruise along the path.
It’s the simple moments — holding hands, skipping stones, pausing to spot birds — that quietly become part of your family’s story.
Photo: City of Montreal | Parc Laurier, QC — Jennifer Mahon
A Place to Return to, Again and Again
Like the greatest traditions, enjoying the Trail is one you can come back to — no matter the season, no matter the stage of life.
The Trail is always there for those spontaneous walks, the long chats, and even the comfortable silences that say more than words.
Whatever it looks like for you, the Trail offers space to explore, to slow down and to connect — with nature, with each other and with the places you call home.
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A Simple Tradition, A Lasting Impact
It doesn’t take a grand adventure to make meaningful memories. The Trans Canada Trail stretches over 29,000 kilometres across Canada, offering countless ways to turn small outings into lasting family traditions — one walk at a time. Whenever you’re ready to start, the Trail is there for you.
Find your path. Start your tradition.
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