Quarterly Trail Project Report: Trans Canada Trail Ignites National Momentum with Continued Trail Investments
Ottawa — Trans Canada Trail is thrilled to share a recent slate of trail projects supported by the newly announced Trail Catalyst Fund.
Between July and September 2025, Trans Canada Trail, the organization that stewards Canada’s nationwide trail system, invested $335,159.77 in matching support for projects totaling $2,134,174.00 — delivering 20 new trail, infrastructure and support projects across the country.
These projects not only strengthen local communities but also reaffirm Trans Canada Trail’s leadership in sustainable recreation, climate action, and community connection.
Trail Partners Driving Local Impact
While national in scale, the Trail holds deep significance to the communities it connects. Support from Trans Canada Trail has empowered local trail groups to carry out projects that make transformative improvements to accessibility, safety and user experience. Recent examples include:
- The Slocan Valley Rail Trail Society addressing vegetative encroachment on 12.7 kilometres of the Trail in British Columbia.
- The Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation’s trail enhancement project, which includes a new concrete pathway, new trees and tipi restoration on the Pemiska Trails in Saskatchewan.
- The City of Leduc designing two accessible outlooks and interpretive signage on the Telford Trail in Alberta.
In Ontario, new trail construction by the Northwestern Ontario Recreational Trails Association will add 10.8 kilometres to the national network, while the Algoma Cluster of Parks (Pancake Bay) will reconstruct a critical emergency access trail that is essential for first responders. In Quebec, Sentiers Québec-Charlevoix’s construction of a new shelter for backcountry users will enhance the celebrated Traversée de Charlevoix.
Planting for Tomorrow: Partners in Climate Action
Environmental stewardship is at the at the heard of Trans Canada Trail’s mission. Through its Planting for Tomorrow program, the organization continues to lead on climate resilience and biodiversity restoration, thanks to the generous support of Toyota Canada, Dow Chemical, Domtar, and the Drax Foundation.
These partnerships have made it possible to plant trees, restore ecosystems and protect the Trail corridor in communities from Cochrane, Alberta to Blind River, Ontario — strengthening both local environments and Canada’s climate future.
A Shared Legacy: Canada’s Trail for All
These recent achievements are a testament to the power of collaboration. Together with its partners, funders and thousands of volunteers, Trans Canada Trail continues to build a more connected, accessible and sustainable future for all Canadians.
Funding programs are now open for new applications. Trail organizations, municipalities, and community groups are encouraged to apply at tctrail.ca/funding to bring their projects to life on Canada’s national trail network.
Applications received between October and December 2025 will be reviewed in January 2026.
About Trans Canada Trail
The Trans Canada Trail is the longest multi-use trail system in the world and it is always growing. It reaches every province and territory and connects all three of Canada’s coastlines. Each section of the Trans Canada Trail is managed locally and supports different activities and community needs.
Trans Canada Trail is the organization that advocates for, stewards and champions Canada’s nationwide trail system. It is a registered charity that receives funding from the Government of Canada (through Parks Canada), various provincial and municipal governments, and generous donors.
