With the 2026 World Cup being the largest in history, many host cities emphasized and encouraged sustainable transportation throughout, given the challenge of moving millions of people. Paired with the growing demand for walking to major sporting events, these large-scale events offer us an opportunity to rethink how we want people to move through our city, not only during the event, but well beyond.

WALK30 2026 was the largest edition yet with participants from across all of Metro Vancouver for the first time! Check out the final results, recaps, and survey findings here.

Nathan Valle is a recent Political Science and Communications grad joining BEST Mobility this summer to support Seniors on the Move programming and marketing. Recently, Nathan shared his reflections on the impact of the Seniors on the Move program and why this work matters.