Steps for Kids 2026
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Location Waterloo, ON
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Steps for Kids event on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in beautiful Waterloo! This uplifting walk, held at 285 Benjamin Rd, aims to support children and youth facing mental health challenges across the Waterloo Region. With both 3km and 5km walk/run options available, it's the perfect opportunity to gather your friends and family for a day of exercise, community spirit, and meaningful impact.
From 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, you'll enjoy a fun-filled agenda that includes family activities, a kickoff ceremony, and the main walk at 10:00 am. Every step you take and every dollar you raise goes directly to vital programs like the Children's Mental Health Centre and Safe Haven Youth Services, making a real difference in the lives of young people in need. Remember, pets are welcome, so bring your furry friends along! Whether rain or shine, your participation will help build a brighter future for our youth. Register today and be part of this impactful event!
From 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, you'll enjoy a fun-filled agenda that includes family activities, a kickoff ceremony, and the main walk at 10:00 am. Every step you take and every dollar you raise goes directly to vital programs like the Children's Mental Health Centre and Safe Haven Youth Services, making a real difference in the lives of young people in need. Remember, pets are welcome, so bring your furry friends along! Whether rain or shine, your participation will help build a brighter future for our youth. Register today and be part of this impactful event!
Organiser's Description
Little Steps, Big Impact: Walk for Kids' Mental Health!On May 3, 2026, lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and join Starling’s (formerly Lutherwood) Steps for Kids as we walk together to support children and youth facing mental health challenges across Waterloo Region.Across our community, more young people than ever are struggling. Rates of moderate‐to‐serious depression and anxiety remain alarmingly high, and the need for immediate, accessible mental health care continues to grow. At Starling Community Services, we’re committed to ensuring every child and youth can receive the support they need, when they need it, to build bright, hopeful, resilient futures.When you participate in Steps for Kids, every step and every dollar goes directly toward life‐changing programs like our Children’s Mental Health Centre and Safe Haven Youth Services. Your impact helps kids find safety, stability, and healing during some of the toughest moments of their lives.Join us on May 3rd, have fun, and help build a community where every young person can thrive. Register today and be part of something truly meaningful!
Event InformationDate: Sunday, May 3rd
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Walk/Run option: 3km or 5km
Location: 285 Benjamin Rd. Waterloo, ON.
Parking: St. Jacobs Farmer's Market, 878 Weber St N.
Agenda
8:45 - 9:40am - Shuttle from parking / Registration / Family Activities
9:40 - 10:00am - Event Kickoff
10:00 - 11:00am - Walk
11:45am - Last Shuttle leaves to parking
Pets are welcome! Please come prepared for the weather, as the event will run rain or shine.Starling Child and Family Foundation Charitable # 107650194 RR 0001
Event InformationDate: Sunday, May 3rd
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Walk/Run option: 3km or 5km
Location: 285 Benjamin Rd. Waterloo, ON.
Parking: St. Jacobs Farmer's Market, 878 Weber St N.
Agenda
8:45 - 9:40am - Shuttle from parking / Registration / Family Activities
9:40 - 10:00am - Event Kickoff
10:00 - 11:00am - Walk
11:45am - Last Shuttle leaves to parking
Pets are welcome! Please come prepared for the weather, as the event will run rain or shine.Starling Child and Family Foundation Charitable # 107650194 RR 0001
Races
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Steps for Kids 2026
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285 Benjamin Road, Waterloo, ON, Canada
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