Frequently asked questions
The SCOA Globe Walk runs from January 1 to April 30. To join, visit the registration page and register as a Globe Walk team or as an individual on the SCOA team. Registration will open in December 2026.
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A team can comprise any number of participants - whether just two individuals or a larger group of two hundred, every team size is welcome.
To register as a team or as an individual click here
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We welcome teams from both Saskatoon and the surrounding rural areas. Even if you're a "snowbird" spending part of the year elsewhere, you can still join a team and email your kilometres walked during the first week of each month. Click here
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No, it's not mandatory. Exercising together as a team is optional; some teams prefer group activities, while others complete their physical activities individually or in smaller groups.
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Convert your exercise into kilometres using a well-recognized standard: 1300 steps equal one kilometre, and half an hour of exercise is equivalent to two kilometres.
All forms of physical activity count as eligible miles.
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Many Globe Walkers use devices like Fitbits, pedometers, cell phone apps, or similar gadgets to track their miles/distance. Printable calendars are available on our Participant Resources page. At the end of each month, click hereto submit your kilometres.
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No! The SCOA Globe Walk program is entirely free and accessible to all older adults in Saskatoon and the surrounding area.