MOCC WALK
GET ACTIVE - GET FIT - HAVE FUN
What is Mocc Walk?
The Mocc Walk is a free walking challenge intended to increase awareness about diabetes and support physical activity amongst Indigenous women and their families across Ontario. It encourages everyone to “get active ∙ get fit ∙ have fun”. Whether it is exercising in your living room or walking around the block, participants are encouraged to get active and record the number of minutes spent exercising/walking. Minutes are submitted to ONWA for the chance at winning some cool prizes!
MOCC WALK 2022
(NUMBERS UPDATED WEEKLY ON MONDAYS)
894
PEOPLE ACROSS ONTARIO
109,205
MINUTES SPENT EXERCISING
2022 Grand Prize Draw Winner
Stacey
CND$500 Sport Chek Gift Card
Belinda
CND$100 Manitobah Mukluk Gift Card
2022 Participation Draw Winners
EAST
1
Danette
8th Gen IPAD
2
kikin
Garmin Forerunner 55 Watch
3
Morning Walker
CND$100 prepaid Visa Gift Cards
SOUTH
1
Cris
8th Gen IPAD
2
Mocc Mama
Garmin Forerunner 55 Watch
3
Silver Mama
CND$100 prepaid Visa Gift Cards
WEST
1
ladybug
8th Gen IPAD
2
Brit
Garmin Forerunner 55 Watch
3
Northwind
CND$100 prepaid Visa Gift Cards
NORTH
1
Gazoo
8th Gen IPAD
2
Chooty
Garmin Forerunner 55 Watch
3
Flavia
CND$100 prepaid Visa Gift Cards
2022 Smoking Cessation Challenge Draw
1
Jbombs
YETI Mug
4
Doe
YETI Mug
2
Wahbeheywin
YETI Mug
5
Laffytaffykaffy
"Water is Life" Package
3
Kahnawake
YETI Mug
6
niigaan
Cultural Gift Basket
2022 Classroom Challenge Draw
Elsie MacGill School
Double ball playing kit with teachings
Total: 2193 minutes
No cash option is available for any of the draws.
"This is exciting, I appreciate the platform you've provided to motivate me to move more!"
(Melanie)
How to participate
THERE ARE MULTIPLE WAYS TO TAKE PART
Prizes
THERE ARE MULTIPLE WAYS TO WIN
*No cash option is available for any of these draws. For more details please check out the Rules and Regulations
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Mocc Walk?
The Mocc Walk is a free walking challenge intended to increase awareness about diabetes and support physical activity amongst Indigenous women and their families across Ontario. It encourages everyone to “get active ∙ get fit ∙ have fun”. Whether it is exercising in your living room or walking around the block, participants are encouraged to walk/exercise and record the number of minutes spent walking. Minutes are submitted to ONWA for the chance at winning some cool prizes!
How long is the Mocc Walk?
Begins: 12:01 AM EST on Sunday, May 1st, 2022
Ends: 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, June 30th, 2022
“I registered for the Mocc Walk but I did it late, am I still registered?”
Yes – There is no registration deadline, you can join and participate starting at any point during the Mocc Walk.
Where is the Mocc Walk?
All across Ontario – anywhere you can walk or exercise.
Who can participate?
All residents of Ontario - everyone! Elders, adults, youth and children!
Can I participate as a part of a team?
At this time, we are only accepting individual registrations due to the current government mandate of social distancing for safety due to COVID-19.
However, we encourage you to make your own social distanced teams and groups and challenge each other. Encourage your family and friends to join you virtually.
Why should I participate?
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Get Active ∙ Get Fit ∙ Have Fun
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Help raise awareness about Diabetes - a key public health concern for Indigenous people
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Chance to win cool prizes
How do I participate?
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Walk/exercise, keep track of how many minutes
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Submit minutes to ONWA every week, using our online form
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Watch this page and ONWA social media for weekly challenges – participate for more chances to win prizes
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Submit final tracking to ONWA before 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, June 30, 2022
Do I have to walk to participate?
No, any type of exercise will do – garden or rake outside, watch and follow along a YouTube exercise video, walk up and down stairs, jump rope, etc. You can exercise standing up, sitting down, as long you are exercising! Be creative!
When should I log my exercise time?
Once a week – Mocc Walk weeks run from Saturday to Friday. Friday’s are a great time to log your time!
TIP: Having trouble keeping track of your time? We have created a Mocc Walk Exercise Tracker to help!
How do I win prizes?
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Participate in Weekly Challenges to be entered into weekly draw
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Participate in Mocc Walk – all participants are entered into the final draws for their regions in Ontario (Northern, Southern, Eastern, Western) and for the Grand Prize
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THUNDER BAY ONLY – Participate in the Classroom Challenge to be entered into a final draw!
Be sure to track and submit minutes to qualify!
TIP: Need more information, check out the Mocc Walk Rules & Regulations.
What are the prizes?
Prize details can be found here or in the Mocc Walk Rules & Regulations.
What are the Weekly Challenges?
Every week during the course of the Mocc Walk, there are optional Weekly Challenges available for participants. These are meant to help encourage you to “get active ∙ get fit ∙ have fun” and keep you engaged in the Mocc Walk. They also offer the chance to win additional prizes.
How do I find out what the Weekly Challenge is?
We will be posting the Weekly Challenges, every Friday during the promotion, here and on our social media. Be sure to follow us to keep up to date!
Where do I submit my Weekly Challenge entry?
There is a spot on the Log Your Time form to enter you Weekly Challenge submission.
What are the dates of the Mocc Walk Weeks?
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Week 1: May 1 to May 7
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Week 2: May 8 to May 14
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Week 3: May 15 to May 21
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Week 4: May 22 to May 28
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Week 5: May 29 to June 4
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Week 6: June 5 to June 11
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Week 7: June 12 to June 18
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Week 8: June 19 to June 25
Have more questions?
Contact the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) Aboriginal Diabetes Education Project - Toll Free: 1-800-667-0816
Looking Back
A MOCC WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE