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Annual report 2019-2020 Find your place on The Great Trail of

Our mission

We will promote and assist in the development and use of The Great Trail – created by and our partners – by supporting success at the local level in the continued improvement and enhancement of this national network. A message from Michael Lindsay Chair of the TCT Board of Directors

I have been a supporter of Trans Canada Trail since I was an elementary school student. In those days, my three-leaf TCT pin occupied a position of pride next to my Canadian Fitness Award badges – meaningful emblems of outdoor rituals, which I knew I shared with Canadians across the country.

Later in life, I literally fell in love together. We are confident that, The people who make this cross- whilst on the Trail in Ottawa. In under her leadership, TCT will Canada trail a reality are motivated the early days of our relationship, continue to uphold its mission by something much greater than the my wife and I would go running of developing, enhancing and prospect of personal reward. They together on a section of the Trail protecting The Great Trail for joined this national effort to create near Parliament Hill. Since then, generations to come. and sustain a Canadian legacy we have been fortunate enough that enshrines the importance of to explore stretches of the Trail My friends, The Great Trail is an connecting with one another, of across the country – perhaps most important part of our national getting outdoors, of highlighting our memorably in the northernmost identity. But this line, which shared history and of protecting our latitudes of . connects three oceans, is a very environment. fragile one. Our work to enhance Being a board member has maintain and promote the Trail is We have accomplished so many continued to deepen my connection not done. great things together, and I’m to this Trail and everything it has excited to begin the next chapter. to offer. I am honoured and grateful The projects and activities you’ll for the opportunity to serve as read about in this report reflect our Michael Lindsay and his wife Carly on the the new Chair of the TCT Board of unrelenting dedication to make the on Island, BC. Directors. Trail more accessible and inclusive, to convert interim roadways As I take on this new role, I would to greenways, to strengthen like to extend my personal thanks our relationships with partner to Neil Yeates, who retired as Chair organizations and Indigenous TCT of the Board in early 2020. It would communities, and to provide Board of Directors be difficult to overstate the role that signage that showcases our shared Neil played in the success of our history and diverse communities. Michael Lindsay, Chair capital campaign, and under his Japman Bajaj In recent months, we've faced leadership, we have formed strong Ian Cullwick challenges unlike any in our and indispensable bonds with the Eric Gionet lifetimes. For me, running along federal government and entities like Frédéric Gonzalo the shores of Lake , as Parks Canada. James Goulden well as through Seguin Falls, has Graham Green I am also thrilled my appointment brought me peace of mind. It Ron Hicks coincides with the addition of makes me feel connected to other Carolyn MacKay Eleanor McMahon to the TCT Canadians doing the same in Michele McKenzie family as our new President & CEO. , Winnipeg, Wawa and Emma Mohns Eleanor not only brings a wealth Whycocomagh. Valerie Pringle of experience within the public, Patrice Ryan private and non-profit sectors, but I am also encouraged by the also a wonderful enthusiasm for dedicated and talented staff, and Robyn Seetal Gill Winckler the outdoors, and a deep belief in by the visionary members of our the value of bringing Canadians corporate and foundation boards. Neil Yeates

1 A message from Eleanor McMahon President & CEO of Trans Canada Trail

I would like to thank you for being part of a community that loves and supports The Great Trail of Canada. It is an honour for me to take on this new role, and to join this amazing group of donors, trail builders and supporters. Our successes are thanks to people like you, and I am excited to contribute to the wonderful legacy that you have helped to create.

Included in that support are the In my own life, I have often turned by the potential in sharing our thousands of volunteers across to the outdoors, to nature and to mutual passion for the land and Canada who shape the Trail – for respite and healing. Indeed, the prosperity inherent in working in particular, our TCT Board of many of us have found the same together. Directors and our TCT Foundation solace on trails at difficult moments As an entity that connects all the Board. I want to recognize and thank recently. provinces and territories of Canada, them for the time, talent and passion The achievements of last year it is TCT’s duty to be a leader in that they bring to their roles. highlight the solid foundation we ensuring that everyone has safe My arrival at TCT coincided with have built, and from which we can and equal access to trails. We one of the most difficult periods move forward. As we emerge from acknowledge that in Canada, we that Canada has ever faced. The the pandemic, TCT is ready to play are not free of the kind of systemic COVID-19 pandemic began as our its part in Canada’s social and discrimination that creates unfair fiscal year ended, and highlighted economic recovery – in terms of barriers. Either through our actions the many challenges ahead. tourism, physical and mental health or inactions, racism continues to However, it also reminded us of the and, of course, getting Canadians exist. To tackle this, we are taking important role that The Great Trail is outside again. a hard look at our efforts to make playing, and will continue to play in We will keep up our discussions The Great Trail more inclusive, the future. As stewards of the Trail, with governments to ensure the Trail examining how we can add inclusion we have the privilege of establishing continues to be a vehicle for the requirements to our programs, and that sustainability. hopes, dreams and aspirations of growing our knowledge of minority- Despite the pandemic, our work everyone who calls Canada home. specific issues and sharing our has continued with vigour and We thank governments and elected platform with members of our enthusiasm, thanks to our incredibly officials from across Canada for community who have been affected talented and dedicated staff. I’m their ongoing support and passion by racism. We will also make grateful for their unwavering for the Trail. sure this work is reflected in our commitment, and for the support conversations with our government As an organization, we simply would partners. they have given to me as I joined not be where we are without the the team. The Trail is well served by support, the generosity and the In closing, I want to thank my their skills and abilities, and I feel knowledge of our Trail partners. predecessor, Deborah Apps. fortunate to work with them. We appreciate them and their Her leadership, stewardship and The outdoors has always been a contributions to building and dedication laid the foundation for central part of my health, my well- sustaining the Trail – and, in the the exciting path ahead. I’m thrilled being and my career. As both a process, enhancing the lives of to have the opportunity to lead this former provincial minister in Ontario people we serve. organization on our shared journey onward. I look forward to connecting and the founder of the Share the To our Indigenous partners, we are Road Cycling Coalition, I was proud with you soon and moving forward grateful for your guidance, wisdom in fellowship. to support public policy changes and support. We are thankful for that put trails at the forefront, the opportunities to learn and to inviting everyone to enjoy them to grow in partnership, and are excited their fullest extent.

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Deborah’s extensive work at TCT was honoured with A fond farewell to the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal in 2012. She was also elected a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society in 2016 for her tireless dedication to the Trail. Thanks to her leadership, TCT was also DEBORAH APPS awarded the RCGS Gold Medal in 2018. Last year, we bid farewell to Deborah Apps, our We are sad to see Deborah go, but we were thrilled to President & CEO of 12 years who led our organization recognize her achievements with a special funding with distinction. program established in her honour. The Deborah Apps Born in Sunderland, England, Deborah moved to Legacy Fund, which many of our staff and donors northern Canada as a child with her family. Raised contributed to, will provide grants to Indigenous-led Trail in Uranium City, a small town on the border of projects across the country. and the , and later Everyone at TCT wishes Deborah the very best in her in , Deborah grew to love her new home and future endeavours, and we’re sure we’ll catch up with developed her longstanding respect for the landscapes her on the Trail soon! and cultures around her. Deborah first became involved with TCT in 2005 as 1. Deborah on the Trail in Fish Creek Provincial Park, AB © a member of the Board of Directors. She assumed Andrew Penner the role of President & CEO in 2008, bringing her 2. Deborah at the TCT monument in Tuktoyaktuk, NWT © Roy determination and forward-thinking leadership to Goose the organization and helping to ensure the national 3. Deborah and her husband George in Glenbow Ranch Provincial connection of The Great Trail of Canada in 2017. Park, AB © Andrew Penner

In memoriam We were saddened to hear of the passing of four of our great supporters last year – Terry Morrison, W. Thomas Molloy, Bill Archibald and Jocelyne Roy-Vienneau. As the long-time executive director of the T’Railway Council, Terry was instrumental in the development of the Newfoundland T’Railway and was well known across Canada for his passionate advocacy for recreational trails. W. Thomas Molloy was the 22nd Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan and a TCT Champion. He is also remembered for his contributions to the creation of the territory of and the Nisga’a Treaty. An avid equestrian, Bill Archibald left a legacy of trails. He was an advocate for trail development across the country and worked closely with TCT in its early days. Jocelyne Roy-Vienneau served as the 31st Lieutenant Governor of and was the first Acadian woman to hold that position. She hosted New Brunswick’s province-wide connection celebrations at her residence in 2016. We are grateful for the great contributions of these supporters. They are dearly missed.

3 THE GREAT TRAIL in 12 months

We were proud to grant funding to help 138 groups spruce up their Trail sections. Through the first-ever Spring Cleanup Grant, 173 cleanup events were held across Canada and a total of $167,000 was disbursed to support these efforts. From removing fallen trees and debris to clearing Trail sections of trash, determined volunteers of all ages got together to tidy their trail and organize fun post-cleanup celebrations.

A spring cleanup in Yorkton, SK

Last summer saw the return of a successful program seeking to drive more Canadians to the Trail – The Great Trail Treasure Hunt. Organized in partnership with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS), this cross-Canada contest engaged outdoor enthusiasts and families in every province and territory in seeking out some of the 200 treasure boxes cached along sections of The Great Trail. It turned out that Canadians loved it just as much as we did! Over 8,000 entries were received throughout the contest, over 399 participants found more than five boxes and over 200 prizes were awarded to lucky winners.

Grand Prize winner Patrick Klein-Horseman finds box 93 in Halifax, NS

We piloted ways to help the next generation make meaningful connections to the Trail through Instameets – meetups where people can explore the Trail in their area, take photos and share them on Instagram using #BetterTogetherTGT. The Instameets, held in Winnipeg (MB), Halifax (NS), and Langford (BC), encouraged people who might not see themselves as hikers to use the Trail, and show them that rural and urban Trail sections are easy to explore. The Instameets also presented opportunities to collaborate with tourism organizations, trigger peer-to-peer promotion for the Trail and profile TCT as a charity of choice.

Instameet guests in Winnipeg, MB © Dayna Robbie

We were honoured to win a 2019 Nature Inspiration Award in the Not-for-Profit (small and medium organization) category! The accolade, presented by the Canadian Museum of Nature, recognized TCT’s efforts in creating inspiring and innovative ways of connecting Canadians to the great outdoors. We were grateful to receive this award as we work to engage and inspire people to take ecological responsibility in their lives. We humbly accepted it on behalf of thousands of Canadians – donors, volunteers, partners and governments at all levels – who have helped make this dream of a cross-Canada trail a reality. Then TCT Board chair Neil Yeates and Vice-President, Resource Development Simone Hicken accept a Nature Inspiration Award on behalf of TCT

4 We were delighted to be part of Nature Sketch on The Great Trail, a series of seven sketching workshops hosted in partnership with the Bateman Foundation, a non-profit founded by TCT Champion Robert Bateman. Over 300 budding artists attended events in seven communities across the country on September 14, 2019 – from Victoria to Halifax and all the way north to Tuktoyaktuk! We are grateful to Rodney Briggs, whose generous donation helped us to engage with a like-minded organization, hold these events and showcase the many ways the Trail can be enjoyed.

Rodney Briggs at a Nature Sketch on The Great Trail event in Vancouver © Carey-Lynn Link

We believe one of the best ways to get to know a new country is through exploring its landscapes and communities. That’s why we partnered with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship (ICC) to introduce The Great Trail of Canada to new citizens! Sections of The Great Trail now appear on the ICC’s app, Canoo, which gives new citizens access to over 1,400 of Canada’s treasured places. TCT values every opportunity to make all Canadians feel at home, safe and welcome on the Trail.

ICC invitees at the CME celebration in Dartmouth, NS © Paul Darrow

We’ve been lucky to hear many inspiring stories from people who use the Trail for all kinds of adventures – from thru-hikes and high-octane training to simple strolls around their communities. To share their experiences with larger audiences, we were thrilled to launch Pathfinders, a new page on our website. The experiences of our Pathfinders show us that, on the Trail, we’re different but equal.

Sonya and Sean of Come Walk With Us, two of TCT's Pathfinders

In September, we honoured the Canadian Military Engineers (CME) for their incredible support over the years with an event in Halifax. As part of our ‘Bridges for Canada’ partnership in the early 2000s, CME units took up the challenge of building 35 bridges along the Trail in 10 provinces. This work was crucial to the eventual connection of the Trail in 2017. The event also saw the unveiling of a new plaque on the Ready-Aye-Ready Bridge, which commemorates the CME’s contributions. We were delighted to show our gratitude to members of the CME alongside representatives of all levels of government.

Board member Michele McKenzie, then President & CEO Deborah Apps and TCT Foundation Board Chair Valerie Pringle with members of the CME in Dartmouth, NS

Our achievements this year would not have been possible without our many supporters at all levels of government. In particular, we remain very grateful to our friends at Parks Canada, who continue to support our mission of converting interim roadways to greenways, engaging and including Indigenous communities, making the Trail more accessible, funding repairs needed to maintain connection, and creating links with other major trail networks. We are also thankful for their generous contribution of $30 million from 2018 to 2022.

Fundy National Park, NB © Daniel Baylis

5 Trail projects Hills Wilderness Trail, BC © Jennifer Mahon

British Columbia Last year was one of our busiest Pandora Avenue and Government In Victoria, we were also thrilled to in terms of Trail development in Street, significantly increasing install a new Point Zero Marker at , as we helped to the safety of cyclists, skaters and Clover Point. fund much-needed accessibility rollerbladers. We also helped Trail groups in B.C. upgrades, new additions Upgrades along Trail sections complete studies to determine and the installation of updated the best paths forward for their signage throughout the province. were also an area of focus for funding. We supported surface trails. Last year, we supported the In the City of Abbotsford, we improvements along the Elk Valley provincial government on a study helped to fund the construction of Community Trail at Elkford, as well and consultation a short trail linking The Great Trail as the development of a parking lot on the condition of part of the with the south end of Willband to create greater access to the Trail. Chilliwack River Valley Trail, in Creek Park. This new path gives order to ensure its sustainable pedestrians the chance to explore In addition, new wayfinding signage management. We also supported a the park’s extensive trail network, with The Great Trail branding was study to investigate upgrading parts surrounded by beautiful ponds and installed on the Trail between of the Castlegar to Nelson section wetland areas, before rejoining the Castlegar and Nelson as well as in of the Trail to make it accessible for existing section of The Great Trail Cranbrook, Victoria and the City of cyclists. at Bateman Road. In Maple Ridge, North Vancouver. Other sections we also provided funds towards of the Trail that were re-signed We were pleased to partner with the development of an accessible include the Slocan Valley , the ʔaq’am community to conduct multi-use pathway along the Ridge part of the Kettle Valley Rail Trail, a feasibility study on developing a Meadows Trail, between Lougheed NorthStar Rails to Trails and the non-motorized Trail between ʔaq’am Highway and Thomas Haney Ridge Meadows Pedestrian Trail. and Cranbrook. We also supported Secondary School. archeological impact assessments of two potential locations that could On , we supported be added to the Salish Sea Marine the development of a new greenway Trail. between Saltair and Ladysmith along the Trail. This new rail with trail completes the continuous non-motorized route between the village core of Chemainus and historic downtown Ladysmith, ensuring higher levels of safety, accessibility and enjoyment. In Victoria, we helped in the Left: New two-way lane in construction of a dedicated two- downtown Victoria, BC, with a co-branded way separated bicycle lane between trail counter.

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Alberta

From the bustling streets of Calgary between two sections of The Great completed in the Blackfalds- to the serenity of the prairies Trail – one within the city of Calgary Lacombe-Ponoka region, with and majesty of the Rockies, our and another in the northern city new signage installed between work in Alberta has supported limits. Meanwhile, we helped the Blackfalds and Lacombe as well essential projects in a wide range of Town of Banff as they extended the as a study on Ponoka’s Diamond communities. Legacy Trail farther into the town. Willow Trail to determine the best It’s hoped that this new greenway way to prevent continued erosion of Much of the construction we will encourage visitors and locals to the riverbank. We’re excited to apply funded focused on creating safer embrace active transportation. the findings of this study in the near and more enjoyable experiences TCT also funded work along the future! for non-motorized users across Kananaskis Country Trail in order the province, including the to fix issues associated with trail installation of a bridge and culverts use and natural wear and tear. This between Irricana and Beiseker. involved repairing areas with loose The installations are essential rock, protruding roots or drainage for the future construction of a issues, as well as widening the 10-kilometre greenway between the junction between the Iron Creek and two communities, which will be built Boundary Ridge sections to improve on a former railbed. safety. Below: Trail volunteers working on In addition, we helped to fund the upgrades along the Loop section of We also supported much-needed the Kananaskis Country Trail. construction of a two-kilometre upgrades along the Moose Loop greenway to bridge the gap section of the Kananaskis Country Left: The installation of a bridge along the Trail. The upgrades included Trail between Irricana and Beiseker. adjusting the cross-country ski alignment for improved snow capture and retention, better drainage and tread levelling. This project also involved the re-routing of 1.5 kilometres of the Trail that had passed through wetlands. New wayfinding signage was also installed along the West Bragg Creek Trail, as well as along Trail sections in Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, Calgary and Banff. Trail and signage work was

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Saskatchewan

We were honoured to partner with In Shaunavon, we supported Canora, Melville Trail, Town of Whitecap Dakota First Nation, the resurfacing of the Trail with Shaunavon, Village of Veregin, Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation asphalt to improve accessibility District of Katepwa and City of and Wanuskewin Heritage Park to for wheelchairs and cyclists. Yorkton, along with the Good start work on an important new Resurfacing work was also Spirit Lake to Yorkton Connector, Indigenous trail tourism experience. completed in Moose Jaw, where the Rural Municipalities of Cote The Many Nations Tourism Corridor the addition of crusher dust helped and Sliding Hills Connector, and will be an integral component of a to make the Trail more accessible the Canora to Veregin Connector. new Indigenous tourism destination and attractive to wheeled users. Additional bilingual signage was on the territory of Beardy’s and also installed along the Meewasin Okemasis’ Cree Nation and Fort In Katepwa, part of the Trail was Trail. Carleton Provincial Park. repaved to improve safety and to make it more accessible to The experience is set to include wheelchairs, strollers and bikes. high-end , as well as a We also supported the installation celebration of local Indigenous of five access points for paddlers culture and history through live to the Qu’Appelle River south of the theatre, traditional meals and Town of Lumsden. storytelling. We believe this project has the potential to set an example Wayfinding signage was installed for Canada and the world, and look on numerous sections of the Trail forward to our continued work with in Saskatchewan, including the our partners. Wakamow Valley Trail, Town of

In Melville, we provided funding for the construction of a new bridge linking the regional park and the city, allowing for a continuous greenway experience from the park to schools, residential areas and local businesses.

In St. Walburg, we supported efforts to extend the Northern Trails of Saskatchewan by connecting it with Left: A resurfaced section of the Trail in a new greenway built on a former Shaunavon, SK CN railbed.

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Manitoba

It was a colourful year in Manitoba Trail for regional connectivity. River North Trail. with the addition of beautiful new The newly installed benches are amenities that celebrate the past impressive additions to the Trail in New wayfinding signage with The and the future. With the help of TCT the city. Great Trail branding was installed funding, Trails Manitoba and Pier along the Rossburn Subdivision Solutions, a refurbished wooden There was also cause for Trail, the Headingley Grand Trunk bridge was installed at Hanson’s celebration at Penniac Bay, where Trail, the Crocus Trail and in the Creek along the Centennial part of the South Whiteshell Trail R.M. of Glenboro-South Cypress. Trail. The bridge, once located was rerouted from the shoulder of Directional signage to a parking in Winnipeg’s King’s Park, was Hwy 44 to a greenway. We were lot was also installed along the repainted a bright shade of red delighted to see this much-needed Blue Water South Trail near Lac du and moved to its new home via project come to fruition and are Bonnet. New interpretive panels helicopter! proud to have lent our support. were installed along the Neepawa TCT funding was also provided for Langford Trail and the South We were excited to be part of upgrades to various Trail sections, Whiteshell Trail. We also supported BenchMARK, a project that invited including the addition of gravel the renovation of interpretive designers from around the world to to part of the Blue Water South signage along the Pinawa Trail, share their ideas for the design of Trail to allow for maintenance which highlight the diverse flora and two benches that are interesting, and resurfacing in Spruce Woods fauna in the area. practical and worthy of discussion. Provincial Park with limestone. We One bench celebrates the use of also supported the installation of We also granted funding to two The Great Trail in Winnipeg; the safety barriers and maze gates to studies in Manitoba: one in other highlights the value of the mitigate ATV usage along the Red Winnipeg to provide a design for an improved, on-road cycling connection from Osborne Street to Raglan Avenue, and the other to determine the best way to build a new trail connecting the Rossburn Subdivision Trail to Riding Mountain Provincial Park.

Left to right: One of the winning designs for BenchMARK 2019 in Winnipeg | The newly installed bridge at Hanson's Creek, MB

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Ontario

We were delighted to celebrate the of an aging bridge. On the Trail in Kitchener-Waterloo, St. Thomas, opening of the St. Thomas Elevated Uxbridge, upgrades to an existing Brantford, Mississauga, Caledon, Park, an innovative new trail built steel bridge were completed, along Woolwich, Innisfil, Sault Ste. Marie along an abandoned railway bridge. with improvements to the trail bed. and Elgin. We were also pleased to support the addition of more than 10 Culvert installations were supported A number of Trail sections were kilometres of greenway to a section along the Caledon Trailway and also re-signed with new wayfinders, of The Great Trail in North Bay. along Severn’s section of the Trail. including the Laura Secord Legacy Wayfinding signage was installed In Severn, we also provided funding Trail, Penetanguishene Trail, the along both these sections. for the construction of a new bridge Kawartha Trans Canada Trail, the to increase user safety. S.C. Johnson Trail and the Norfolk Upgrades were of particular County Rail Trails, as well as at importance in Ontario last year. In Garden River First Nation, we access points to the Path of the Along the Kawartha Trans Canada helped to build a new boardwalk Paddle and the Lake Superior Water Trail, we supported essential on the Huron Shores Trail after Trail. upgrades to a historic trestle bridge. lake levels increased. We also We also helped to fund resurfacing assisted with the clearing of seven We started laying foundations for work along the Trail in Sables- kilometres of the Beaten Path future projects with six studies Spanish Rivers and in Dryden, Nordic Trails system in Atikokan. across the province. On the providing a smoother and more Jackson Creek Kiwanis Trail, we New amenities also made using the consistent experience for wheeled supported a new study to assess Trail easier for outdoor enthusiasts. users. five bridges and to recommend We were proud to support the repairs to make them safer. We also We supported tread improvements installation of four lockers in Sault worked with the City of Kitchener and re-routing along three Ste. Marie, allowing people to to determine the feasibility of kilometres of the Voyageur Trail safely store their belongings before building four new refuge islands, in Nipigon, after drainage issues enjoying the Lake Superior Water which would create a safer crossing affected its accessibility. We also Trail. We also helped to fund the through the major streets the Trail provided funding for upgrades installation of four rest stops along section intersects with. and the re-routing of the K&P the Elgin Trail in Aylmer. Trail between Sharbot Lake In Penetanguishene, we also In New Tecumseth, we supported and Tichborne, creating a more supported a study to confirm the the construction of two new parking enjoyable off-road experience for design of a new parking lot, which lots to provide greater access to the users. will improve access to the Trail in town’s section of the Trail. the area. To help increase capacity on Trail fans might have noticed new the Iron Horse Trail in Kitchener- wayfinding signage along the Waterloo, we supported trail- Trail in a number of communities, widening work and the replacement including Chatham-Kent, Uxbridge,

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Quebec

We are thrilled to welcome two Trail section of debris and created future mitigation work needed for trails to our network in ! a safe route for users. We also a pedestrian bridge that was built In Sherbrooke, an existing supported the construction of a for bikes and snowmobiles. Two 13-kilometre trail between Rock new footbridge on the Traversée de more studies along the P’tit Train Forest and the Saint-François Charlevoix to enhance user safety, du Nord were also supported: one River (l’axe de la Magog) was after the previous bridge had been to determine the repairs needed added, extending Les Grandes- washed away. to reopen a historic trestle bridge Fourches trail in the city. In in Mont-Laurier, and the other to Mirabel, a 25-kilometre rural trail In Wakefield, we funded the removal determine the best locations for for horseback riding joined our of diseased trees along the Trail new maze gates to control access. network. after severe winds. Improvements Other studies included determining we supported included the the work needed to add a paved We were also pleased to support paving of part of the Véloroute trail to the Véloroute de la Vallée- the construction of a new greenway de Lotbinière in Saint-Agapit de-la-Gatineau between Low and in Terrebonne. The Sentier Les and surface repairs along the La Pêche, and choosing the best Moulins is a much-anticipated Véloroute des Draveurs between the routes for two new greenways on development, and caters to communities of Low and Messines. the North Shore of the Lanaudière horseback riding and walking. There We also helped to fund upgrades region. was more good news for horseback along the Sentier Mestachibo, riders when we helped to fund the which will facilitate the repair of an New wayfinding signage was extension of the Sentier du Grand- aging staircase at the Jean-Larose installed, notably along La Portneuf, creating an equestrian Falls, which links to Mont-Sainte- Montérégiade, Sentiers Wakefield trail from Pont-Rouge to Sainte- Anne, in 2020. In addition, we and on the Trail operated by Christine d’Auvergne. In Baie-Saint- supported surface repairs along the the Commission de la Capitale Paul, we supported the construction southern section of Le Petit Témis, Nationale in Gatineau. of a new Trail section between at Témiscouata-sur-le-Lac and the Chemin de la Martine and Chemin border with New Brunswick. de la Pointe, which caters mainly to Other work included surface hikers. upgrades along the Parc linéaire des Bois-Francs, including paving TCT also stepped in to support a section near Warwick to prevent essential upgrades across the erosion. province. When the Sentier des Pointes in the Charlevoix region We also helped to fund studies to was forced to close after extreme determine the direction of future wind storms, we assisted local projects in Quebec. In Rivière-du- volunteers as they cleared the Loup, we supported a study on

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Nova Scotia

After Hurricane Dorian devastated We also supported the extension refurbished pavilion in Halifax. parts of Nova Scotia, we provided of a Trail section in Mulgrave, emergency funding for repairs on moving that section off a roadway Along the Blueberry Run Trail, we the SANS 104 snowmobiling route and providing users with a nature supported an engineering study and the Salt Marsh Trail. The urgent corridor through town. to determine how to minimize action coincided with the planned erosion in the future. We also reconstruction work to protect the Many essential improvements provided funding for a study on the Salt Marsh Trail from future natural to the Trail were also supported possible expansion of a parking disasters. in Nova Scotia. Upgrades to the lot that will serve the Salt Marsh Samson Trail in New Glasgow Trail, the Shearwater Flyer Trail and We also helped to fund repairs helped to increase accessibility and the Heritage Trail, in order to allow to the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail safety. Elsewhere, we supported increased usage and accessibility near Mabou, after severe erosion the replacement of boardwalks on in a sustainable way. threatened user safety. the Gully Lake Trail in Kempton, the installation of new decking on At the Head of Chezzetcook, a bridge on the Cobequid Trail in we were pleased to support the Truro, and trail enhancements to the construction of a new greenway, Chignecto Ship Rail Trail. In Halifax, which replaced a roadway section we supported work to improve trail of the Trail. We look forward to surface and to prevent illegal ATV working with our partners to add Below: Cyclists enjoy the new greenway misuse on the Shearwater Flyer between East Chezzetcook and amenities along this greenway Trail in Dartmouth. Musquodoboit, NS soon. New wayfinding signage was We were delighted to again work installed along the Bealach with Eskasoni First Nation to create Brèagha Trail, the Gully Lake a third access point to the Bras d’Or Trail, the Cobequid Trail and the Lake Water Route on their territory. Musquodoboit Trail, as well as on The access points that TCT has Trail sections in the communities supported are a key part of the of New Glasgow and Mulgrave. We community’s tourism experience, also supported the installation of and are used regularly by local new interpretive signage on the Salt youth and tourists. In addition, we Marsh Trail and safety signage at extended the Cobequid Trail to link Iona’s access point to the Bras d’Or Truro with the Fundy Discovery Site, Lake Water Route, as well as new a popular tourist destination. donor recognition panels at our

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New Brunswick runs through. Pearl, making it more accessible and enjoyable for all. A study to After a culvert was damaged along Wayfinding signs were also identify an alternative route to part the Woodstock to installed on every section of The of the T’Railway in Connector, we helped to fund the Great Trail in the province, except was carried out with the help of TCT installation of a replacement culvert for Fundy National Park, Fundy Trail funding. – keeping the Trail section safe and and the City of Fredericton. usable. Another culvert along the Wolastoq Valley Trail, which had Newfoundland Last year, we supported the been washed out after a severe and Labrador resurfacing of a section of the Trail storm, was also replaced with the between Fort Augustus and Lake help of TCT funding. It was an exciting year as we welcomed our first-ever section of Verde with rock dust to create a In , we supported the the Trail in Labrador! The Pioneer better experience for cyclists. We refinishing of a bridge along the Footpath, a 60-kilometre wilder- also supported the extension of Riverfront Trail. This important ness trail from L’Anse-au-Clair to the parking lot servicing the Trail, work including repairing the Pinware, runs along the south coast catering to the increasing popularity steel members of the bridge and of Labrador and connects with the of the Island’s province-wide trail. repainting it in The Great Trail Trail via a ferry route from Quebec. We were thrilled to provide funding colours! New wayfinding signs along the for three interpretive signs along Pioneer Trail were installed. We the Trail in Charlottetown. The signs We were thrilled to also support look forward to working closely with provide safety information, maps the Cape Jourimain Nature our new partners to enhance this and tips on local trails and nearby Centre, which allowed for beautiful greenway. destinations. maintenance activities to begin before the centre’s Lighthouse 150 We were also proud to install a new Four trailheads in Stratford were celebrations in summer 2019. Point Zero marker at , also renovated and rebranded. the easternmost point of The Great We assisted our partners with Trail of Canada. the installation of new trailheads in the communities of Hampton In addition, we supported upgrades and Grand Falls, while supporting to existing sections of the Trail in upgrades to existing trailheads in the province, including the exten- Edmundston and Quispamsis. sion of part of the East Coast Trail Along with directions and maps, at Logy Bay, removing two kilo- these trailheads include important metres of roadway from our net- information on usage, as well as work. We also provided funding for interpretive signage explaining the surface and width upgrades to the cultural heritage of the land the Trail Newfoundland T’Railway in Mount

13 A view of the northern lights from Great Slave Lake, NWT

Northwest Territories trail in order to allow more people Nunavut to enjoy it, to make maintenance In 2019, we were thrilled to easier and to allow new spur trails In the past year, we have worked welcome the Hamar Mountain Trail to be built in the future. As part of with our enthusiastic partner in to our network! This wilderness trail, this project, we helped to fund the Nunavut on Trail development which leads the way into Discovery installation of wayfinding signage. plans, which are set to be Ridge, is named after Hjalmar implemented in 2020. New wayfinding signage was Nelson Hamar, a mountaineer also installed along the Trail in Stay tuned! who spent five decades . thousands of kilometres across the Northwest Territories. Yukon Wayfinding and interpretive signs Last year, we provided funding for have now been installed along this the installation of new wayfinding section of the Trail. signage with The Great Trail branding along the Whitehorse We also assisted our partners in Copper Trail. Hay River as they widened their

Signage highlights With all signage projects, we extra funding to Trail groups who review signage plans and designs need to use translation services With the help of donations and while providing guidance on for French, English and other the support of Parks Canada, we how best to sign trails. This languages. assisted Trail groups across the involves focusing on safety and country to install signage along risk management, as well as their sections of The Great Trail accessibility. of Canada. In total, TCT helped For example, we ensure that to plan and install more than signs are done in high contrast, 6,700 kilometres of new signage in line with current accessibility along numerous Trail sections standards. In addition, a member nationwide! of TCT’s signage team earned her Completed signage projects last certificate in accessibility training year included the installation of last year, which will greatly 6,022 wayfinding signs, 73 trailhead enhance the team’s approach to signs and 58 interpretive signs, accessible signage. which detail the heritage, flora and Above: New interpretive signage along The signage team also provides fauna of the local community. the Shearwater Flyer Trail, NS

14 The Power of that introduced -based Satellite Messenger and other influencers to their city’s section of emergency communications the Trail. devices, for their sponsorship of PARTNERSHIP prizes for The Great Trail Treasure Esri Canada Hunt. KEEN Footwear By donating their resources and Thanks to their unwavering support expertise, Esri Canada continues Tourism Vancouver since 2017, KEEN Footwear is the to play a crucial role in the Island perfect fit for TCT. By regularly provision of our online map. With As part of our mission to bring donating gift cards for TCT’s this assistance, we can provide more Canadians and visitors to the contests and events, as well as an invaluable resource of shared Trail, we were delighted to partner including us in their own marketing knowledge that raises awareness with Tourism Vancouver Island efforts, they actively helped us of The Great Trail and encourages for the first time. An Instameet for introduce The Great Trail of Canada users to protect this national young hikers in Langford as well to wider audiences, and we are so treasure. as promoting wonderful grateful for their support. itineraries along the Cowichan The Globe and Mail Valley Trail and the Salish Sea Clif Bar As long-time supporters of TCT and Marine Trail were just some of the Clif Bar continues to support TCT its mission, The Globe and Mail has exciting initiatives we worked on in meeting its signage goals by done much to introduce Canadians last year. providing funding for trailhead to our national Trail. We are grateful signage across Canada. Other for their continued generosity as collaborations included our co- they continue to provide TCT with production of Clif Ambassador free monthly advertising space. Maghalie Rochette’s short film The One Percent, which was Globalstar filmed on the Trail in Quebec, Maghalie Rochette and her friends along Le We are also grateful for Globalstar, and our involvement in an event P'tit Train du Nord, QC © Zacharie Turgeon the producer of the SPOT X 2-Way

15 A message from Valerie Pringle Chair of the TCT Foundation Board

This is a year of transition at Trans Canada Trail, which is always bittersweet. At the end of February, we said farewell to our spectacular President & CEO of 12 years, Deborah Apps. Throughout her tenure, Deborah led the Trail with great distinction and was instrumental in connecting The Great Trail of Canada from coast to coast to coast.

All of us were sad to see Deb go, collaboration with them, the CME and sane. I am so grateful to have but we continue to celebrate her built 35 bridges along the Trail in 10 the wonderful Trail section along contributions. In her honour, we provinces. Our relationship with the the Niagara River, where I take my created a legacy fund to support CME is a powerful one, and we are dogs for daily exercise. initiatives that foster partnerships grateful to them for their incredible with Indigenous communities, support. Kierkegaard once wrote: “Health and salvation can only be found including multilingual signage and For years, I have called The Great in motion.” And George Macaulay enhancing culturally important Trail of Canada the greatest project Trevelyan once said: “I have two sections of the Trail – one of TCT’s in the history of the world. I know doctors, my left leg and my right.” key priorities and a goal that is very it’s hyperbolic, but I believe it. The near to Deb’s heart. To the many Trail connects our oceans and at Even in the most challenging of of you who generously gave to the more than 27,000 kilometres, it times, there is so much truth in both Deborah Apps Legacy Fund, thank has earned the title of the longest these statements. you! network of recreational multi-use If you do something great, the Trail trails in the world. But that isn’t the On the sweet side, we are thrilled can do something great for you. only reason The Great Trail is so to welcome Eleanor McMahon as great. our new President & CEO. Eleanor brings a wealth of experience in It speaks to everything worthy the private, public and not-for-profit about nation building, accessibility, sector to TCT and has a stellar exercise, health, nature and reputation as an advocate for active connecting Canadians. Valerie Pringle on the Trail near Niagara- transportation and cycling. She is on-the-Lake, ON © Robert Nowell also the founder of the Share the Every day, Canadians, like you, do Road Cycling Coalition, and is well something great by supporting versed in key issues that affect the Trail, by using the Trail and the Trail. We are all delighted to by volunteering to enhance and TCT work with her as she leads us in protect the Trail. Greatness has Foundation Board our mission to continue to build, many forms, and the potential for animate, improve and promote The greatness that the Trail offers is Great Trail. limitless! Valerie Pringle, Chair David Cottingham My personal highlight of the year I want to thank everyone who Kirby Gavelin was a ceremony at the pavilion continues to support this amazing Lori Gove in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, which project, and who sees the need to Laureen Harper was re-dedicated to the Canadian protect it and preserve it for future Amanda Lang Military Engineers as a token of our generations. Michael Lindsay appreciation for their contributions to the Trail, and in recognition As we continue to cope with the Ian Pearce of their long history of service impacts of the pandemic, I rely on Aidan Richardson to Canada. As part of our past The Great Trail to keep me healthy Ed Steeves

16 Fostering safety and community in

When it comes to keeping Trail our employees and their families we appreciate the work of TCT users safe in the city of Fort live in Fort Saskatchewan, so the in building a trail that connects Saskatchewan, three locally based trail system provides them with communities across Canada.” companies are more than willing to an opportunity to enjoy outdoor step up. recreation and an opportunity to Sean Wilson, SVP and Chief explore the river valley.” Administrative Officer at Gibson Sherritt International, Pembina Energy says his team is proud Pipeline Corporation and “Being part of building a national to support TCT to complete the Gibson Energy have committed Trail system is a source of pride walkway. “This project echoes generous donations to support for Sherritt. We are excited to be our dedication to the health and the construction of an underslung supporting a project that will benefit safety of our people, as well as pedestrian walkway suspended so many Canadians,” he adds. the communities that they live below a new bridge across the in,” he says. “Once completed, . Wayne Carey, Senior Manager, the pedestrian bridge will be vital Currently, the only option for Trail Redwater District at Pembina to the safety of seniors, families, users who wish to cross the river is says the project aligned with their people with disabilities and many to use the Hwy 15 bridge, which is community investment priorities, others who cannot use the current part of a busy commuter route used including promoting safety, creating infrastructure to cross the river. We by thousands of vehicles every day. community space, encouraging look forward to seeing the positive wellness and helping to preserve impact this bridge will bring to the Once open to the public, the the environment. “As a Calgary- community.” walkway will not only create an based energy infrastructure We are extremely grateful to Sherritt active transportation route for company with operations across International, Pembina and Gibson commuters, it will also provide easy Canada, we are always interested Energy for their generosity in and safe access to the Athabasca in looking at ways we can support supporting this essential project, Landing Trail, a historic path built by national organizations at the local and we look forward to celebrating the Hudson’s Bay Company in 1876. level in the communities where the opening of the walkway “Sherritt has been embedded in we do business and where our together. the Fort Saskatchewan community employees call home,” he says. since our commissioning in the 1950s,” says Greg Poholka, “As a company focused on Director, Sustainability, at delivering energy products to Sherritt International. “Many of the communities that need it,

17 DONORS make their impact

Algonquin or exploring their local In 2016, when Mary reached out trails in Windsor, Ontario with their to TCT to see how the Foundation parents, Joan and Clifford Hatch. could help, she discovered that there were two gaps between Trail Joan and Clifford were keen sections in the Windsor and Essex outdoorspeople, and Clifford was County region. The Foundation very involved in the management agreed to fund TCT’s efforts to build of trails in Windsor. In 1971, short trails to join the gaps, helping Clifford established the Joan and to ensure the national connection of Clifford Hatch Foundation, which the Trail in 2017. The Joan and Clifford is led by Mary and her siblings. To Hatch Foundation immortalize Joan and Clifford’s “We thought this was a great way to commitment to the outdoors, honour our parents and to celebrate One of Mary Hatch’s mantras is the Foundation supports worthy this important moment in Canada’s a fitting one for our times: “When community projects, particularly history,” Mary says. the world is getting you down, get those that are focused on education outdoors!” and conservation. The Foundation has supported TCT every year since, and takes a It’s a philosophy that Mary has “When Canada’s sesquicentennial specific interest in emergency repair embraced since childhood, was coming up, we wanted the work and accessibility upgrades. when she and her siblings would Foundation to do something really spend their summers camping in special,” Mary says. The Trail along Windsor's waterfront.

his home in British Columbia, the example that Jack sets, I continue Trail is a project that is particularly to donate every year,” he adds. dear to him. Joined by his wife Alexa and their “The national scope of The Great dog Penny, Courtney walks on trails Trail – the fact that this network every day near his home. When he connects us from coast to coast to to other parts of Canada, he coast – is something truly valuable,” often seeks out sections of the Trail he says. that he can discover.

Courtney started supporting the For Courtney, promoting the Trail development of the Trail when across Canada, while carrying out he received a letter from Jack essential maintenance, is crucial. Courtney Pratt Cockwell in 2016. The letter was “It’s imperative that we ensure The about TCT’s annual Cockwell Match, Great Trail is safe for people to use,” After a long career that spanned when Jack generously matches any he says. “Work to remove fallen several industries, Courtney Pratt donation to TCT over a number of trees and to complete emergency has turned his focus to a new weeks each summer. repairs is really important for passion in retirement – active keeping our trails open, so that walking and exploring the various “Jack and I are long-term everyone can enjoy them.” trails where he lives. colleagues and friends, so I decided to join in and support him,” Courtney And, although there are no sections says. “Now that I see the great Courtney Pratt and his dog, Penny, on a of The Great Trail of Canada near work that TCT does and the strong walk near their home.

18 A keen cyclist and outdoor the country. In fact, Jack felt so enthusiast, Jack was well-known strongly about the value of the Trail for riding his bicycle until the age to future Canadians that he made of 89, and for planning trips with the decision to include a gift in his his family to Parry Sound and to the will to support the Trail in the years north shore of Lake Superior. He to come. shared Jane’s love of exploring the outdoors, and they often travelled After Jack’s passing in January together to ski, sail and hike. 2020, Jane was moved to include TCT in her estate plans too. However, as time went on, Jane “To anyone who loves the Trail, as Jack and Jane and Jack realized that much of what they wanted to experience Jack did and as I do, I would say Lockwood was in Canada. It was around this – please consider leaving a gift this time that Jack heard about in your will to TCT,” she says. “The If there is one thing that Jane The Great Trail. “Jack latched Trail gives young people a simple Lockwood wants to give the next onto the idea of the Trail right at way to get outdoors and see nature generation, it is her passion for the the beginning,” Jane recalls. “He in their neighbourhoods and across great outdoors. just loved the idea, that this was Canada.” “Every child should be able to something that would connect enjoy camping or cottage life when Canada.” they’re young,” she says. “That love Jack and Jane Lockwood on a cycling trip They bought a small motorhome, of nature will stay with them for in Caledon, ON. packed their bikes, and spent Jack's life.” last 20 years enjoying road trips It is this principle that drew Jane and finding those hidden gems our and her late husband, Jack, to make country has to offer. gifts in their wills to Trans Canada For Jack, the Trail encapsulated Trail. not only the need to protect natural spaces, but also to unite

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These funds are being directed to We extend our gratitude to Altitude Sports essential Trail projects across the the 31 donors who informed country. us that they have included Now more than ever, we know “It’s a privilege to put together TCT in in their estate plans. that enjoying the outdoors and programs like Alti Action and respecting the environment go partner up with organizations like Through gifts in their will, hand in hand. Inspired by this need TCT, people that share our goals they are making made a to protect outdoor spaces, Altitude and values,” says Maxime Dubois, lasting contribution to a Sports supported TCT as part of Co-CEO at Altitude Sports. national legacy that will their Alti Action program last year. benefit Canadians and “Altitude Sports is committed to visitors for generations to Alti Action allows Altitude Sports reducing its environmental impact come. customers to donate $15 to one and is excited to support and of three Canadian organizations. protect our environment as partners Thank you! Customers who donate receive 30 of TCT,” he added.

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TCT is grateful for the contributions of the following donors $1 million + Bill & Wendy Volk Family Barry & Debra Campbell Foundation Robert A. Campbell Jack Cockwell, CM, in honour of Gregory F. Stack Wong Chau Choo Daphne Cockwell New Gold Inc John & Pattie Cleghorn and Family The Joan and Clifford Hatch Diana Cottingham $100,000 to $999,999 Foundation Michael B. Cruickshank Equitable Bank of Canada Ian Cullwick Flair Foundation The McLean Foundation Jack Curtin & Beth Nowers Pembina Pipeline Corporation Altitude Sports The Cuthbertson Family Anonymous* SC Johnson Peg Dawkins Anonymous* The Serflek Family $10,000 to $99,000 Colin & Jennifer Deacon George & Kathy Dembroski Robert & Mary-Pat Armstrong $1,000 to $9,999 Rick Diamond Karen & Bill Barnett Elizabeth Edwards Rodney Briggs & Robin Pascoe Norman Abbott Marion Ellis David & Kathryn Cottingham Darcy J. Allan Professional Corp. Jim Fletcher The W. Garfield Weston Jamie & Patsy Anderson Stephen P. Foster Foundation Anne Arkay Geoffrey Francis Kirby Gavelin & Louise Tymocko Y. Audemars & H. Rivero Anna & James Goulden Betty Anne Graves Japman Bajaj Anthony & Helen Graham In memory of Gwen and Alberta Beaman Dr. Sheldon I. Green Phil Southall Sabine Behnk & Steven Furino Alex M. Grenzebach Phil Lind Peter J.G. Bentley Willimin Griffiths Estate of John (Jack) Lockwood The Harrison Bergeron Private Janis Hamilton McElhanny Ltd Foundation Nancy & Richard Hamm Ross Mitchell Mike Birch Stephen & Laureen Harper Andrew & Valerie Pringle Birgit & Robert Bateman Michael St. B. Harrison Dr. V. Ivan & Mrs. Sheila Reed Jim & Sharon Bishop Carol & Jim Heaslip Hartley & Heather Richardson Guy Bujold Simone Hicken The Grayross Foundation, held at John & Nancy Burge Ron & Marvel Hicks Vancouver Foundation Anne Cameron David & Nina Hoffman William (Bill) Shurniak

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$1,000 to $9,999 Gabriella Moro Michael & Renae Tims (continued) Sylvia & Martin Munro James & Violet To Gail & David O'Brien Lesley Togawa Sally Horsfall Eaton Robin & Robert Ogilvie Ken Tomlinson Eric Hosking (Airlie Foundation) Estate of Arthur L. Transom Ernest Howard Dr. Janice L. Pasieka Mark S. Tremblay Janet Huang Peter Pekos J. Richard Trimble & Hyde Family Patricia & M. Paul Picherack Ella F. LeGresley Cliff Jackman Carolyn Pigeau Lorne Tupling Audra Jones Sandra & Jim Pitblado M.B. Pow & J.B. Hayward Laurie L. Jones Nicholas & Janis Poppenk & H.J. Unger Doug & Heather Kennedy Courtney & Alexa Pratt Richard Wernham & Julia West Audrey & Tim Kenny David C. Riley Biff & Dianne Wheeler Geoffrey Knight Sandy Robb Gill Winckler Larissa & Mauricio Kuperman Bill Ross Christopher & Lorayne Winn Amanda Lang & Geoff Beattie Grace & Arnold Rumbold Michael & Debra Winship Nancy Laughton Estate of Joyce Elaine Rushton Susan M Woods Hilda R. Lawson The Russum Family James Wright Ritchie Leslie Ryan Affaires publiques Neil & Glenda Yeates Michael & Carly Lindsay Geoff Rytell Canderel Management Inc. Catherine A. Lochrin Medicine Peter Sacks Llewellyn & Susan Smith Prof. Corp. Robert O. Sanderson The Hay Foundation Ann Loewen, MD Donna & Harold (deceased) Robert & Denise Julian Robert Luckhart Schellenberg Sport Dinaco, Lachine, Quebec Ms. Kyle MacDonald Nancy & Bernie Schroder Deb Barrett & Jim Leech Kate Zeidler & Peter Mackenzie Robyn Seetal Export Development Canada James & Brenda Mackie Valerie & David Shannon Mark & Mary Cullen MASS LBP T.J. Sharp Cygnus Design Group Hartley & Lorraine Markusson Tracy & Bruce Simpson and sons Norman and Margaret Jewison Amanda Mast Wilma & James Spence Charitable Foundation Margaret McCain Lori Spence & Kenneth Shaw Burnet Duckworth & Palmer Nancy & John McFadyen Laura, Kathy, Ken, Edward & Jacma Foundation Michele McKenzie & Bill Spira Anonymous* Christopher Witkowski Spooner Family Suzanne Michaud Maureen & Wayne Squibb Sarah Mills Ed & Marney Steeves Ted & Judy Mills Jiann-Sang Tang

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TCT Champions

Her Excellency the Right Pierre Camu Brian Gallant Honourable Julie Payette George Canyon John Geiger Governor General of Canada Lorne Cardinal Robert W. Ghiz Brent Carver Russ Girling Bryan Adams Kim Cattrall David Goldbloom Susan Aglukark The Rt. Hon. Jean Chrétien Jean Grand-Maître The Hon. Rona Ambrose The Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson Graham Greene Mark Angelo Philippe Couillard Julie & Colin Angus Cody Coyote Paul Gross David Crombie The Hon. Judith Guichon Margaret Atwood Sidney Crosbie Chris Hadfield Lt. Gov. Janet Austin Jim Cuddy Randy Bachman Cynthia Dale Laureen Harper Robert Bateman Wade Davis John Hartman Darcy Bear The Hon. Allan Hawco Jeanne Beker Victor Dodig Jean Béliveau Gary Doer Keith Henry Perry Bellegarde Denise Donlon Peter A. Herrndorf The Hon. Angélique Bernard Lt. Gov. Elizabeth Dowdeswell Premier Blaine M. Higgs Alexandre Bilodeau Alan Doyle Jay Ingram Yannick Bisson Lt. Gov. J. Michel Doyon Sarah Jackson Roberta Bondar Atom Egoyan Tom Jackson Joseph Boyden Edna Elias Ron James Paul Brandt The Hon. Frank F. Fagan The Rt. Hon. Michaëlle Jean Dean Brody Colm Feore Norman Jewison Bonnie Brooks Lt. Gov. Janice C. Filmon The Rt. Hon. Ian Brown Sharon Johnston Lt. Gov. Judy M. Foote Michael Kaeshammer Robert Buren Premier Doug Ford Karen Kain Edward Burtynsky David Foster Stana Katic Sharon Butala John Furlong Simon Keith The Rt. Hon. Kim Campbell Nelly Furtado Sheldon Kennedy Cassie Campbell-Pascall Sarah Gadon Premier Jason Kenney

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Spirit Trail, North Vancouver © Kalen Emsley Craig Kielburger The Hon. Graydon Nicholas Sonja Smits Marc Kielburger Paul Nichols Laval St-Germain Wab Kinew Mercedes Nicoll Les Stroud Gordon Nixon George Stroumboulopoulos Adam Kreek Rachel Notley Peter Taptuna Jean-Daniel Lafond Samantha Nutt Veronica Tennant Mark Oldershaw The Tenors Lt. Gov. Arthur J. LeBlanc The Hon. David Onley Eugene Levy Steven Page Alex Trebek The Hon. H. Frank Lewis Premier Brian Pallister Jim & Sandi Treliving Izzy Lynch Natalie Panek Cory Trépanier Roy MacGregor Tahmoh Penikett George Tuccaro Joe MacInnis The Hon. The Rt. Hon. John Turner Linden MacIntyre Douglas W. Phillips Aritha van Herk Wade MacLauchlan Dave Pierce Natalie MacMaster Gordon Pinsent Hannah Vaughan Peter Mansbridge Brad Wall The Rt. Hon. Paul Martin Brian Porter Spencer West The Hon. Margaret McCain Chris Pratt Robert C.P. Westbury Gary & Joanie McGuffin Bob Rae Dianne Whelan Ashleigh McIvor The Hon. Ron White David McKay Simon Whitfield Don McKeller Ed Robertson Nina McLachlan Lloyd Robertson Brian Williams Sarah McLachlan Elizabeth Rodbell Sharon Wood Murray McLauchlan Dave Rodney Kathleen Wynne Robert R. McLeod John Ralston Saul Ray Zahab Deepa Mehta Robert J. Sawyer Dana Meise The Hon. Vaughn Solomon Rick Mercer Schofield Lt. Gov. Russ Mirasty Greg Selinger Lt. Gov. Lois Mitchell Kyle Shewfelt Colin Mochrie Adam Shoalts Premier Scott Moe Martin Short Ben Mulroney Peter Shostak The Rt. Hon. Brian Mulroney Premier Sandy Silver Anne Murray Michael Smith

23 Statement of Operations and net assets

Financial 2020 2019 REVENUES Highlights Government grants 7,500,000 7,500,000 Year Ended March 31, 2020 Donations 4,158,428 4,500,083 Investment income 269,169 199,174 The following information has been Miscellaneous income 30,231 10,315 extracted and summarized from the Total revenues 11,957,828 12,209,572 Trans Canada Trail Consolidated Financial Statements audited by EXPENSES Ernst and Young LLP. The complete Trail construction 6,903,511 5,125,164 set of statements may be requested Trail promotion and education 1,424,667 2,065,879 from Trans Canada Trail. Fundraising 1,124,029 1,095,727 General and administrative 1,378,991 1,306,785 Amortization of equipment 19,979 23,894

Total expenses 10,851,177 9,617,449

Excess of revenue (expenses) 1,106,651 2,592,123 Net assets at beginning of year 10,256,188 7,664,065 Net assets at end of year 11,362,839 10,256,188

Balance Sheet

2020 2019 ASSETS Cash & short term investments 13,774,034 12,531,461 Accounts receivable and other assets 449,439 644,998 Prepaid expenses 171,137 105,540 Capital assets 45,124 61,884

Total assets 14,439,734 13,343,883

LIABILITIES Accounts payable and accrued liabilities and 726,748 483,060 other liabilities Deferred contributions 2,350,147 2,604,635

Total liabilities 3,076,895 3,087,695

NET ASSETS Internally restricted 5,000,000 5,000,000 Endowment fund 52,654 52,654 Unrestricted 6,310,185 5,203,534

Total net assets 11,362,839 10,256,188 Total liabilities and net assets 14,439,734 13,343,883

24 From next year, our annual reports will no longer be printed. If you usually receive print copies from us, please contact [email protected], and we will send you a digital copy via Pitt River, Vancouver, BC e-mail. Your data will not be shared © Kalen Emsley with any third parties.

National Office 321 de la Commune West Toll free: (800) 465-3636 Suite 300 Local: (514) 485-3959 , QC H2Y 2E1 Fax: (514) 485-4541 To all the trailblazers along the way. Because of you, The Great Trail continues to inspire, thrill and contribute to the health, happiness and adventurous spirit of all Canadians. A million thanks to every amazing volunteer, trail user, donor, organization, government partner and outdoor enthusiast who has helped in forging our path to becoming the world’s longest network of recreational multi-use trails.

Sooke Hills Wilderness Trail, BC © Jennifer Mahon Great Big Thank You