Every Step Counts

Every Step Counts is an inclusive walking/running program for individuals experiencing challenges with mental health, addiction, poverty and social isolation. Drawing on the wide-reaching and long-lasting benefits of running and team work to foster self-esteem, confidence, energy and positive growth, Every Step Counts participants meet twice a week in Victoria’s downtown core. Particpants meet up twice a week, then break off into groups. The groups head out for 40 minutes, then return, stretch and enjoy delicious food. Over 250 participants have joined this amazing program. Every Step Counts is supported by the Victoria Foundation, The Victoria Cool Aid Society, Frontrunners and The Jawl Foundation. The success of Every Step Counts has been covered by CHEK, A-Channel, The Globe and Mail, the Times Colonist, CBC, CFAX, Canadian Running Magazine, Impact Magazine, to name a few. Every Step Counts is always accepting new participants who can walk or run for 40 minutes. We are also always looking for guest speakers, donations and new ideas!