Pegcity Steppers team on the bridge

Our story

Start with your first step. Find your community.

Pegcity Steppers began with a simple idea — staying active while staying connected. What started with five people has grown into a vibrant community of 80+ runners and walkers of all paces, backgrounds, and abilities.

80+
Community members
2020
Founded
52
Saturdays a year
100%
Free to join

How it started

Our Story

Pegcity Steppers held its very first meetup on January 5, 2020, with just five people. What started as a small group of young professionals looking for ways to remain active during Winnipeg's long and challenging winter months quickly became something much bigger.

For many of the founding members, the group was about more than fitness. Several members were newcomers to Canada still adjusting to the harsh winter climate. Coming together as a group created motivation, accountability, and a sense of comfort.

As the group evolved, so did our ambitions. What began with five people has grown into a vibrant community of more than 80 runners and walkers. To further grow our reach and deepen our impact, we established ourselves as a not-for-profit organization.

Today, we continue to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment where individuals can improve their physical health, strengthen their mental wellness, and build lasting relationships through movement and community.

Pegcity Steppers members in winter gear at The Forks

What drives us

Mission & Values

Inclusion

We welcome everyone — walkers, joggers, and runners of all paces, backgrounds, and abilities. No one gets left behind.

Community

We show up for each other through every season, in every type of weather. This community is grounded in accountability, encouragement, and shared progress.

Accessibility

Most of our programs are free to join so that anyone can be part of the movement. No signup required — just show up and keep it moving.

The people behind the movement

Meet the Team

Shana Goodridge

Shana Goodridge

Founder / Chief Executive Director

Janet Nortey

Janet Nortey

Director of Finance & Sponsorship

Natalya Petrekin

Natalya Petrekin

Director at Large Special Projects

Dianne Williams

Dianne Williams

Director at Large Special Projects

Keishauna Hines

Keishauna Hines

Director of Membership & Administration

Kareen Thompson

Kareen Thompson

Director of Membership & Administration

Sereta Thompson

Sereta Thompson

Director Marketing

Joyce Plante

Joyce Plante

Run Leader

Romy Thompson

Romy Thompson

Run Leader

Tolani Olanrewaju

Tolani Olanrewaju

Run Leader

Maggie Orina

Maggie Orina

Walk Leader

Ola Akintuyi

Ola Akintuyi

Walk Leader

Ready to keep it moving?

Join us every Saturday at 7:30 AM at The Forks. No signup required.