Every year approximately half a million people walk the Camino in Spain (Camino means “The Way” in Spanish). Many other pilgrimages also exist, and the number and reach are growing. Camino Manitoba was formed in recognition that there is a desire for contemplative practice through walking but that the experience can and should be available closer to home, with less environmental impact, less cost and with shorter time commitments.  Camino Manitoba adds to this individual journey a communal aspect, the benefits of meeting others and traveling together and sharing our stories and lives with one another. 

 Our monthly walks are free (we do accept donations particularly for our events in which we pay speakers, facilitators and cooks). Our weekend walking retreats have some costs associated with lodging and hiring staff for facilitation, organizing and catering.
 We are dedicated to promoting simple living and connection to self, others and the land.

We recognize that pilgrimage practices have roots in numerous cultures, traditions and religions. We also recognize that for some us a walking practice is not connected to any one culture, tradition or religion.  Camino Manitoba is open to all expressions and traditions of the contemplative and communal practice of walking in nature. 

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Commitment to Truth and Reconciliation

We are committed to:

- Walking with respect, responsibility, and a willingness to learn; 

- Centering Indigenous voices, knowledge, histories, and lived experiences;

- Understanding the ongoing impacts of colonial settler policies on Indigenous peoples;

- Taking responsibility to learn, build respectful relationships, and contribute to meaningful change.