Walking and wheeling is possible in Brampton year-round! Walking and rolling to school and around your neighbourhood is not just for warm weather. Active transportation is a great way to get exercise and socialize with friends year-round!
For information on walking in the winter, including walking safety for older adults, Winter Walk Day—or tips on how to walk on ice like a penguin—review the resources below.
Don’t forget to get outside this winter!
Winter Walk Day: Celebrating Walking to School!
#WinterWalkDay is a province-wide and worldwide event held on the first Wednesday of February, celebrating the unique fun of walking and rolling to school during the winter. This year, Winter Walk Day is Wednesday, February 4th, with winter walking celebrations taking place throughout February.
For more fun school #WinterWalkMonth activities, explore Peel Region’s Winter Walk Month activities, which include a colourable bookmark/checklist for winter walking and a colouring sheet, and more!
Also, consider exploring Ontario Active School Travel Resources, which includes a winter walking word search, posters, activity ideas, and more!
