Walking People Out of Poverty is a national movement inviting Canadians to take action in support of poverty alleviation through sustainable economic opportunity. Funds raised provide access to microloans, training, and support that help individuals move beyond poverty to opportunity and resilience.
Whether you walk, run, hike, or take on a challenge of your own, every step supports entrepreneurs like Danellia, Rosandi, and Sanimpo – women who are building businesses and better lives for their families, step by step.
Transform your hobby into lasting, sustainable change.
Ideas for individuals
- Hiking challenge
- Solo climbing, walking, or biking adventure
- Enter a marathon or bike-a-thon
- Fitness challenge
- Canoe or kayak expedition
Ideas for groups
- Organize a relay race
- Group hiking day
- Walk or bike-a-thon
- Fitness boot camp
- Team sports tournament
- Enter a team in an existing community event
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Why Global Poverty?
THE NEED IS URGENT.
Global poverty isn’t just a distant issue — it’s a crisis with far-reaching consequences. Widespread poverty contributes to instability, with ripple effects that touch everything from migration to economic security. For millions, the circumstances of their birth — factors beyond their control —determine whether they have access to opportunity. Women, in particular, face immense barriers, often left at the margins of society with little chance to break free from the cycle of poverty.
But change is possible and requires collective action.
When given opportunity — through microfinance, training, and support — individuals can transform their futures. Walking People Out of Poverty is your chance to step up for our global neighbours, ensuring that no one is left behind and every life has the opportunity to thrive.
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You can participate in Walking People Out of Poverty any time! You have the flexibility to pick a date or timeframe that works for you or your group!
No. Walking People Out of Poverty is open to people of all abilities and interests. If walking isn’t for you, you can select another physical activity.
We suggest a minimum distance of 5 KMs that you can do at your own pace.
Walking People Out of Poverty is organized by Opportunity International Canada. We are a registered Canadian non-profit with a 25-year history of providing microfinance, training, and support to alleviate poverty, for good. We are part of the Opportunity International Global Network.
The funds raised through Walking People Out of Poverty will go towards providing microloans, training, and support to people trapped in poverty.
Opportunity International Canada is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency #87751 6385 RR0001.
When you donate $20 or more to Opportunity International Canada, you will receive a tax receipt.
Tax receipts will be issued in the following tax season.
After you’ve registered, be sure to check your inbox for an email with important links and details.
The email will include your personal fundraising link to share with your network as well as a link to your fundraising profile. On your profile, you will be able to create/change your name for your fundraiser, upload a picture, set a goal and add a personal message.
Share your fundraising link with your network to start raising funds. You can speak with people one-on-one, send personal emails, or post about your fundraiser on social media.