MOCC WALK

GET ACTIVE - GET FIT - HAVE FUN

What is the Mocc Walk?

The Mocc Walk is a free and inclusive healthy exercise initiative 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!

REGISTER

SUBMIT TIME LOG

SUBMIT WEEKLY ENTRY

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2026 Mocc Walkers

(NUMBERS UPDATED WEEKLY ON MONDAYS)

440 PEOPLE ACROSS ONTARIO

8,357

MINUTES SPENT EXERCISING

How to Participate

STEPS TO SUCCESS

1) REGISTER

Complete Registration Form to join.

2) EXERCISE

Exercise and keep track of how many minutes.

3) SUBMIT MINUTES

Submit a weekly Time Log with the amount of minute you spent exercising.

4) PARTICIPATE

Join Optional Challenges for a better chance of winning.

Other Ways to Participate

ABOUT OPTIONAL CHALLENGES

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 in the weekly draws.

What are this year's challenges?

Check the Weekly Challenge listed below. Also, be sure to follow ONWA on social media to keep up-to-date with the Weekly Challenges.

Where do I submit my entries?

There is a spot on the Time Log form to enter you Weekly Challenge submission. There are 8 weeks and 8 chances to win!

Resource:

Mocc Walk Exercise Tracker

Smoking Cessation Challenge

Are you looking to reduce the impact of smoking in your life?

Submit a journal entry reflecting on how you are reclaiming your health by reducing smoking. Complete this challenge by the end of the Mocc Walk to be entered into the Smoking Cessation Prize Draw.

Where do I submit my entry?

There is a spot on the Time Log form to enter your submission. Prize drawn at the end of the promotion.

Resource:

Mocc Walk Smoking Cessation Journal Pages

In partnership with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) Indigenous Cohort Best Practice Guidelines (BPG) on Promoting Smoking Reduction and Cessation with Indigenous Peoples of Reproductive Age and their Communities.

Classroom Challenge

Are you a teacher looking to encourage youth exercise and diabetes awareness in your classroom?

Every week gather and submit your class' combined exercise minutes to be entered into the Classroom Challenge Prize Draw. Prize drawn at the end of May. The Classroom Challenge runs from May 1 - May 29. This is done to allow the winning class to receive their prize before the end of the school year.

Contact MOCCWalk@onwa.ca to enter.

Resource:

Mocc Walk Exercise Tracker

Prizes

THERE ARE MULTIPLE WAYS TO WIN

1) Grand Prize Draw

At the end of the Mocc Walk, all participants who have registered and submitted at least one Time Log will be entered into a draw for the Grand Prize.

Grand Prize:

$200.00 Manitibah Muklucks Gift Card + $300.00 Sport Chek Gift Card

2) Participation Draw

At the end of the Mocc Walk, all participants from each Direction (East, South, West, and North) who have registered and submitted at least one Time Log will be entered into a draw with to win one of the 3 prizes. Each Direction (4) will have a draw for the 3 prizes, for a total of 12 prizes total.

Prizes:

Garmin Forerunner 55 Watch
Fitness Bundle (YETI 1.36L water bottle, Goodrs sunglasses, Ciele hat, lip chap and sun screen)
Hydration Vest and $50.00 Sport Chek Gift Card

2026 Weekly Challenges

Week 1 (May 1 - 10)

Reason to Participate

Welcome to Mocc Walk 2026! As the ice melts and the waters begin to flow, Mother Earth shows us how to take care of ourselves and one another. This change of season brings new life, the buds are growing on the trees, and the fish are spawning. Now is a good time to set your intentions for the new season. Let us know why you are participating in the Mocc Walk for this week’s challenge!

Week 2 (May 11 - 17)

Honouring Our Women

Take some time this week to appreciate the women in your life, whether it’s a daughter, sister, mother, auntie, or grandmother. Make space to connect and share meaningful moments together. Go for a walk, move your bodies, and enjoy each other’s company. These small moments of connection can mean so much. For this week’s challenge let us know how you spent your time together, or feel free to share a photo of you and the women in your life.

Week 3 (May 18 - 24)

Full Moon Reflections

May is known as the Flowering or Sucker Moon, a time of growth, healing, and renewal. It reminds us that this is a season for cleansing, reflection, and replenishing our spirit, a chance to begin again. Take some time this week to step outside and connect with the land or water. Breathe it in, slow down, and be present with the natural world around you. We invite you to share a photo or a journal entry about what this month means to you.

Week 4 (May 25 - 31)

150 Minutes of Movement

Putting in the work to build a strong, healthy body helps us do the things we love now and into the future. Diabetes Canada recommends aiming for at least 150 minutes of physical activity each week, along with resistance training 2–3 times weekly. This can include lifting weights, using resistance bands, or bodyweight exercises like squats and push-ups. Challenge yourself this week to reach 150 minutes of movement and let us know how you did for this week’s challenge.

Week 5 (June 1 - 7)

Strawberry Strong

June brings the Strawberry Moon, a time that represents growth and reminds us of the importance of building strong relationships with all of Creation. According to Diabetes Canada, strawberries and other berries, are low on the glycemic index, making them a great choice for supporting overall health. They can help manage blood sugar, reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, and keep you feeling fuller for longer. For this week’s challenge, take a moment to reflect on what the Strawberry Moon means to you.

Week 6 (June 8 - 14)

Water is Life

Our bodies are made up of mostly water, and staying hydrated is essential for our overall health and well-being. Water helps regulate body temperature, supports digestion, boosts energy, and keeps our minds clear and focused. This week, take a step toward caring for yourself by making water your drink of choice. Carry a water bottle, sip throughout the day, and notice how your body feels when it’s properly nourished. This week, challenge yourself to choose water more often and make hydration a daily habit.

Week 7 (June 15 - 21)

Stay Active

Staying active doesn’t always have to mean structured workouts, sometimes it looks like laughter, connection, and playing traditional games. Traditional games are a powerful way to move our bodies while honoring culture, building community, and passing knowledge between generations. They remind us that physical activity can be joyful, meaningful, and rooted in who we are. This week, take time to get outside, gather with family or friends, and play a traditional game. Whether it’s running, throwing, or teamwork, every movement helps build strength, balance, and connection. Share how you stayed active and which traditional game or activity you participated in this week.

2026 Resources

Exercise Tracker

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Smoking Cessastion Journal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mocc Walk?

The Mocc Walk is a free and inclusive healthy exercise initiative that calls on Indigenous women and their families to get active, get fit, and have fun while promoting a healthy lifestyle and diabetes awareness. 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

Ends: 11:59 PM EST on Thursday, June 30th

Exception: The Classroom Challenge contest period is shorter. It runs from May 1 - May 29. This is done to allow the winning class to receive their prize before the end of the school year.

“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 still enter the Mocc Walk individually if I am participating in the Classroom Challenge?

Yes - please do! Participants taking part in the Classroom Challenge are still eligible for individual participation in the Mocc Walk.

Can I participate as a part of a team?

At this time, we are only accepting individual registrations. However, we encourage you to make your own teams/groups and challenge each other. Encourage your family and friends to join you in getting active.

What are the types of registrants?

You can enter as one of three types of registrants:

Community Member
ONWA Membership (Chapters and Councils)
ONWA Employee - Please note: This draw is for employees of ONWA and their households, and will be communicated internally. It is conducted separately from the other Mocc Walk draws, and will not impact your chance of winning.

Why should I participate?

Get Active ∙ Get Fit ∙ Have Fun
Help raise awareness about diabetes - a key public health concern for Indigenous people
Chance to win cool prizes

How do I participate?

Register
Walk/exercise, keep track of how many minutes
Submit minutes to ONWA every week, using our online Time Log form
Participate in Optional Challenges for more chances to win prizes
Submit to ONWA before 11:59 PM EST on June 30

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 – 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?

Register and submit at least one Time Log to be entered into a draw for the Grand Prizes and Participation Prizes at the end of the promotion.
Participate in Weekly Challenges to be entered into weekly draw.
Participate in Smoking Cessation Challenge to be entered into a draw at the end of the promotion.
Participate in Classroom Challenge to be entered into a draw at the end of the promotion.

Be sure to track and submit minutes to qualify!

What are the prizes?

Prize details can be found above.

Where do I submit my Weekly Challenge/Smoking Cessation Challenge entry?

There is a spot on the Time Log form to enter you Weekly Challenge submission.

What are the Rules and Regulations of this promotion?

Click to read the full Rules & Regulations for this promotion. Please be aware that by participating in this promotion you agree to follow the Rules & Regulations outlined for this promotion.

Have more questions?

Contact the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA)

Indigenous Diabetes Education & Awareness Program

Toll Free: 1-800-667-0816

Email: moccwalk@onwa.ca

MOCC WALK

What is the Mocc Walk?

2026 Mocc Walkers

(NUMBERS UPDATED WEEKLY ON MONDAYS)

440

PEOPLE ACROSS ONTARIO

8,357

MINUTES SPENT EXERCISING

How to Participate

Other Ways to Participate

Weekly Challenges

Prizes

1) Grand Prize Draw

Grand Prize:

2026 Weekly Challenges

Week 1 (May 1 - 10)

Reason to Participate

2026 Resources

Exercise Tracker

Smoking Cessastion Journal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mocc Walk?

How long is the Mocc Walk?

“I registered for the Mocc Walk but I did it late, am I still registered?”

Where is the Mocc Walk?

Who can participate?

Can I still enter the Mocc Walk individually if I am participating in the Classroom Challenge?

Can I participate as a part of a team?

What are the types of registrants?

Why should I participate?

How do I participate?

Do I have to walk to participate?

When should I log my exercise time?

How do I win prizes?

What are the prizes?

Where do I submit my Weekly Challenge/Smoking Cessation Challenge entry?

What are the Rules and Regulations of this promotion?

​Have more questions?

Have more questions?