Why Walk?

We all need

Living Streets.

In a time of “living locally,” walking continues to be the most practical form of transportation for day-to-day living.

BEST has redesigned the Living Streets program to encourage British Columbians to walk for physical and mental health and to seek creative solutions to active transportation barriers in their communities.

Join the Living Streets MeetUp Group!

Upcoming Walks

  • Queen's Park New West

    April 19 | 1 PM

    Join us for a scenic walk from Queen’s Park to the Fraser River, and back through the Glenbrook Ravine Trails, where lush greenery meets urban convenience.

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  • Cherry Blossoms Burnaby

    April 26 | 1 PM

    Join us for a scenic walk through Burnaby’s stunning cherry blossoms in the springtime, before exploring the tranquil Byrne Creek trails.

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  • Participation

    Walking is the easiest way to commute, connect and stay active.  By participating in Living Streets, you can actively participate in your community.

  • Community

    We highlight stories from communities across British Columbia that have taken steps to encourage their residents to walk!

  • Guidance

    Join our guided community walks across Metro Vancouver with our Living Streets walking guides.

Just 30 minutes of daily walking can help you maintain physical health even when you're indoors more than ever before.

Walking (and rolling) for recreation and leisure is a positive way to maintain mental health during challenging times

The cumulative, positive effect of walking is sometimes hard to see, especially in a pandemic! But as WalkBC says, “Our lives are not determined by what happens to us , but how we react to what happens; not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life. A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst ... a spark that creates extraordinary results."

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By donating, you reduce barriers to active transportation and foster a greener future.

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