Kidney March

We are one week away from the first day of Kidney March 2026, and the start of our 100KM journey together! Can you believe it is almost here! #KidneyMarch #countingthesleeps! 3 Days • 100KM • Sept 11-13, 2026 - Learn more and donate at kidneymarch.ca/

The Southern Alberta Branch office will be closed today, Monday, August 3 for the Civic Holiday. For any direct inquiries, please email us; our team will get back to you upon their return. We invite you to check our support page to find resources here: kidney.ca/Support

We need your help to find the perfect Kidney March THEME SONG! We’re looking for a song that captures the essence of #KidneyMarch, something positive we can unite behind! Send you song suggestions to sarah.lawrence@kidney.ca

Did you know the topographic map on the back of your 2026 Kidney March registration shirt highlights the local area of our new Camp in Kananaskis? 👀⛰️ kidneymarch.ca

Kidney March Training Tip Try cross-training. Be sure to include rest days in your training. Your body needs time to repair. Great cross-training activities that complement long distance walking are cycling, dancing, yoga, weights, and swimming.

After a tragic loss, Jimmy and Pierre came together to show their support and to create a tradition to honour those we've lost. Read more kidneymarch.ca/the-story-beh… To add a loved one's name please contact Pierre pierrotlebrun1956@gmail.com or add a name during Kidney March.

✔️ Kidney March Training Tips from Dr. Josip and Dr. Lisa 👟 During Kidney March you will be walking on a variety of terrains and inclines that can cause strains or hip and pelvic imbalances.

Join Team Kidney Beans for a Silent Auction & Pub Night Fundraiser. Sat, June 13, 2026 at Limericks Pub - 7304 Macleod Trail from 4-8PM. Tickets $30 each. Includes a burger, fries and a drink. Order in advance by emailing jessica.gaston530@gmail.com or buy them at the door.

Training Walk this weekend in YYC Join Heather and Jayne on Sunday, June 7 for a training walk around the Glenmore Reservoir. Meet at the Starbucks at Glenmore Landing at 7:30am and plan to walk “The loop” about 15 km. It will take about 3 and 1/2 hours. Everyone is welcome!

Join Team – Kidney Klub Calgary for night out at Hudson’s Pub on Fri, June 12! Tickets available until June 5. Proceeds supporting Kidney March. Minors welcome until 9:00 PM. Vegetarian burger options available (request in advance) For tickets contact: kidneyclub2026@gmail.com

Did you know you can Fundraise as a Team? When you come together as a team, you can combine your resources to succeed. Teams have the opportunity to spread their fundraising amounts among team members to ensure everyone reaches or surpasses their goal!

✔️ Kidney March Training Tips from Dr. Josip and Dr. Lisa - The Importance of the Right Footwear When taking part in Kidney March you will be walking 100 km over the course of 3 days. It is important to to wear a well broken in shoe with good cushioning. facebook.com/kidneymarch/vid…

Join this weekend's training walks! Kidney Walk is taking place in Lethbridge on Sat, May 23 & in Medicine Hat on Sun, May 24. kidneywalk.ca. In YYC: Join Heather on Sun, May 24 for walk at the Glenmore Reservoir. Meet at the Starbucks at Glenmore Landing at 7:30am.

The Southern Alberta Branch office will be closed today, Monday, May 18, 2026 for Victoria Day. For direct inquiries, please email us; our team will be happy to get back to you upon their return. We invite you to check our support page to find resources: kidney.ca/Support

Jill Goth, Manager of Programs and Public Policy, at The Kidney Foundation of Canada, Southern Alberta Branch at the Annual Siksika Health Fair for a day ofc onnection, education, and wellness. siksikahealth.com

This week is National Nursing Week! Nurses go above and beyond to support their patients on the frontlines every day. We are incredibly honored to have so many amazing nurses in our kidney community family. Thank you Nurses for all that you do! #NursingWeek

✔️ Kidney March Training Tips from Dr. Josip and Dr. Lisa 👟 A single day of the Kidney March can take 5–7 hours, it is an endurance event. Bring fuel—snacks and an electrolyte drink—sip or snack regularly. Eat small amounts every 60–90 min (nuts, energy bars, or dried fruit).

Fundraising Tip - As the weather warms and we head into yard sale season Kidney Marcher’s are hosting yard sales as part of their fundraising! Many communities host a parade of garage sales and this is a great opportunity to take advantage of the extra foot traffic in your area.