Walking towards International #PeaceDay [Sept 21]

Walking Together For Peace

Embark on a transformative journey of nonviolent resistance, inspired by Gandhian principles.
Join the 200 KM walk in Mi’kma’ki/Nova Scotia, Kanata/Canada, and/or be part of a worldwide initiative and embark on a Solidarity Walk wherever you are on the globe!

International #PeaceDay Engagement

From Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia to the World!

Start: Pagweak/Pugwash

The walk draws inspiration from the Pugwash Conference of 1957, where -for the first time in humanity’s history- scientists agreed on dismantling nuclear weapons at the height of the Cold War.

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End: Kjipuktuk/Halifax

Halifax-walking from World Peace Pavilion to Dalhousie University via Ummah Mosque. From 1:00 – 5:00 pm. Featuring discussions, motivational speeches, music and lunch, embodying the spirit of peace and unity

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#Walk4Peace Route Map

With 52 solidarity walks in India, the #Walk4Peace in Mi’kma’ki / Nova Scotia is hoping to influence multiple walks for peace around the world. 

Are you planning a solidarity walk?
Email us the details to include it on the map.
Together@Walk4Peace.ca

Join the Movement for Global Peace

Be a part of a transformative journey towards global harmony. Whether you walk with us, donate to support our cause, or spread the word, your involvement makes a difference. Together, we can create a ripple effect of peace and nonviolence across the world.

The #Walk4Peace Route

Sunday, September 8, 2024
Opening Ceremony

Starting the Walk4Peace journey with an inspiring ceremony at Thinkers Lodge, blessed by the Mi’kmaq Grandmothers.

12:30 pm ADT
11:30 am EST
8:30 AM PST
Monday, September 9, 2024
Pagweak/Pugwash to Remsheg/Wallace

#Walk4Peace
(Thinkers Lodge and Wallace Community Centre)

16.4 km
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Remsheg/Wallace to Takumegooch/Tatamagouche

#Walk4Peace 
(Sharon United Church)

19 km
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Takumegooch/Tatamagouche to Earltown

#Walk4Peace
(Earltown Community Centre)

22 km
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Earltown to North River

#Walk4Peace
(North River Tenting /Immanuel Baptist)

23 km
Friday September 13, 2024
North River to Truro

#Walk4Peace
(Immanuel Baptist Church)

11 km
Friday September 13, 2024
Trùru/ Truro, Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia, Kanata/Canada
Down The Marsh Community Land Trust

Location: Intersection of Ford and Cross Street

04:30 pm ADT
03:30 pm EST
12:30 pm PST
Saturday September 14, 2024
Trùru/Truro to Alton

#Walk4Peace
(Alton Community Hall)

21 km
Sunday September 15, 2024
Alton

#Walk4Peace
(Alton Community Hall)

0 km
Trùru/ Truro
Alton to Carrolls Corner

#Walk4Peace
(Carrolls Corners Community Centre)

22.6 km
Tuesday September 17, 2024
Carrolls Corner to Elmsdale

#Walk4Peace
(Riverview United Church)

18.5 km
Wednesday September 18, 2024
Elmsdale to Waverley

#Walk4Peace
(St. John’s  United Church)

23 km
Thursday September 19, 2024
Fall River to Sipekne'batik/Shubie Trailhead

#Walk4Peace
(St. John’s United Church)

21 km
Friday September 20, 2024
Sipekne'batik/Shubie Trailhead to World Peace Pavillion

#Walk4Peace
(Dartmouth)

10 km
Saturday September 21, 2024
International #PeaceDay Engagement (8am - 8pm)

Peace Pavilion to Dalhousie University Student Union Building. 

#PeaceDay Morning | Dartmouth

8:00 am | Silent Meditation, World Peace Pavilion

9:00 am | #Walk4Peace begins

Peace Gathering | Dalhousie Student Union

2:00 pm | Indigenous Prayer, Grassroots Grandmothers

Program with Notable Speakers, including:

  • Senator Marilou McPhedrin
  • El Jones: Poet, Journalist, Professor and Activist
  • International Peace Activists

4:30 pm | Peace Concert

Sustainability StringBand & Indie- Folk singer Alexandra Westgård

Water Ceremony | Sunset

6:00 pm | #Walk4Peace continues towards the waterfront

Conclude the 200 km walk with the last sunset of Summer 2024

8 km