The Victor Walk is a national movement powered by an Orange Wave of Courage, the Victor Walk gives a voice to those affected by the trauma of childhood sexual abuse.

CALGARY 2026 VICTOR WALK:

We are very excited to share that the Breaking Free Foundation will be hosting a Victor Walk in Calgary on August 16, 2026!

9AM-10AM: Meet at Peace Bridge (Eau Claire side)
10AM-11AM: Walk along Riverfront Avenue on Bow River
11AM-12PM: Victor Walk Rally at 5th Street Plaza (5th Street & 7th Avenue S.E.)

We would love to see Victor Walks across Canada on August 16th, so fill out the form below to host your own, or make sure you wear orange on August 16th and participate virtually.

The Victor Movement was created by Theo Fleury in 2013 to raise awareness for those affected by child sexual abuse. The national success of the first Victor Walk is what triggered the creation of our entire foundation.

Since 2013, we have been working to keep the momentum high with the community we’ve built up together. A national movement powered by an Orange Wave of Courage, the Victor Walk sees Breaking Free Foundation giving a voice to those who have been affected by trauma throughout their lifetimes.

Supported by communities across the country, the Victor Walk is an annual awareness initiative and is recognized as a national movement and is hoped to change the way Canadians understand the effects of childhood trauma*.

We encourage you to join your own community walk, or join us in-person this year. Find out how you can organize a Victor Walk in your area by filling out the form below, and be a part of one of the greatest teams ever assembled to make a difference on behalf of childhood trauma.

Quick Facts on Child Sexual Abuse

• FACT: One in two girls and one in three boys falls victim to unwanted sexual advances before the age of 18. It has become clear that Canadians must rally together to take a stand against childhood rape.

• FACT: 60% of rape victims are under the age of 17.

• FACT: Sexual assault refers to all incidents of unwanted sexual activity, including sexual attacks and sexual touching. Sexual assault = rape.

**Sources: Sexual Assault Canada, Badgley Report, Statistics Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a Victor? A “Victor” is someone who has overcome childhood sexual trauma. It’s moving from victim to survivor to Victor. Being a Victor is all about taking back your voice and power over the trauma you endured.

• Why do we wear orange? Orange is the colour of courage, and it has become the colour of the Victor Walk as well as the main brand colour for Breaking Free Foundation.

• How can I support the Victor Walk if there is no walk in my city? Wear orange on August 16, 2026 and help us raise awareness by posting your Victor story online on August 16th. Let’s make sure the world knows the importance of Victor Walk and hears our stories.