Want to get outside but don’t know where to start?
MEC community events are your ticket to trying new things and learning more about the outdoors. You’ll gain skills and feel stoked to explore outside.
Keep your eyes peeled for future in-store clinics and events where you can gain essential skills for your next outdoor adventure. Learn how to fix a flat tire, pack for your first overnight trip, choose the right climbing shoes and so much more.
Find stuff to do, places to go and people who fuel your fire.
March Clinics
MEC Barrie
MEC Barrie
MEC Barrie (61 Bryne Drive)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
MEC Burlington
MEC Burlington
MEC Burlington (1030 Brant Street)
Bring your Dog to MEC Day - Saturday, March 7 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
CAMINO INFO - Santiago de Compostela, Spain hosted by Canadian Company of Piligrims - Saturday, March 14 from 10:30am - 12:00pm
Ready, set, CAMINO! Come learn about what you'll need to Set yourself up for success - Wednesday, March 18 from 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Rock climbing for Newbies - Sunday, March 22 from 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Rock climbing for Newbies - Wednesday, March 25 from 5:00pm - 5:30pm
MEC Calgary
MEC Calgary
MEC Calgary (830 – 10th Avenue SW)
Learn how to Wax your Skis or Snowboard - Saturday, February 28 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Intro to Backcountry Skiing : All You Need to Know! - Saturday, March 7 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bike Maintenance 101: Learn How to Fix a Flat Bike Tire - Saturday, March 14 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
DIY: How to Repair your Outdoor Gear - Saturday, March 28 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MEC Edmonton Downtown
MEC Edmonton Downtown
MEC Edmonton Downtown (11904 104th Ave NW)
Rock Climbing for Newbies - Saturday, March 14 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bike Maintenance 101: Learn 6 Essential Bike Maintenance Skills - Saturday, March 21 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
In-store Demos hosted by VSSL and Calgary Heritage Roasting Co. - Saturday, March 28 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bear Safety and Awareness - Sunday, March 29 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MEC Edmonton South Commons
MEC Edmonton South Commons
MEC Edmonton South Commons (1624 99 Street NW)
MEC Carabiner Clip Challenge Pop Up at UIAA 2026 Ice Climbing World Cup - Friday February 27 from 12:00pm - 9:00pm
MEC Carabiner Clip Challenge Pop Up at UIAA 2026 Ice Climbing World Cup - Saturday, February 28 from 10:00am - 9:00pm
MEC Halifax
MEC Halifax
MEC Halifax (1550 Granville Street)
March Break Kids Workshops (ages 7-12, parent/guardian supervision required)
- Paracord Bracelet Making
- Outdoor Camping Activity Book
- Build a Mini Log Cabin
Tuesday, March 17 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
March Break Kids Workshops (ages 7-12, parent/guardian supervision required)
- Paracord Bracelet Making
- Outdoor Camping Activity Book
- Build a Mini Log Cabin
Thursday, March 19 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Intro to Backpacking Cape Chignecto with Deborah Peddle-Hann - Thursday, March 26 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm
MEC Kelowna
MEC Kelowna
MEC Kelowna (1876 Cooper Rd, Unit 100)
Rock Climbing for Newbies - Sunday, March 15 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn How to Stay Safe in the Backcountry - Sunday, March 22 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Packing for your First Overnight Hiking Trip - Sunday, March 29 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MEC Kitchener
MEC Kitchener
MEC Kitchener (10 Manitou Drive)
Bike Maintenance 101: Learn 6 Essential Bike Maintenance Skills - Saturday, February 28 from 11:00am - 11:30am
DIY: How to Repair your Outdoor Gear - Saturday, March 7 from 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rock Climbing for Newbies - Sunday, March 15 from 11:00am - 12:00pm
BYOB (bring your own boots) Blundstone maintenance - Sunday, March 22 from 11:00am - 12:00pm
MEC Langley
MEC Langley
MEC Langley (6121 200th St Unit 1)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
MEC Laval
MEC Laval
MEC Laval (2615 Boulevard Daniel-Johnson)
How to Maintain your Outdoor Gear - Saturday, February 21, from 11am - 12pm
Introduction to Cross-country Skiing - Sunday, February 28, from 11am - 2pm
MEC London
MEC London
MEC London (1051 Wellington Road)
Hiking the Camino Workshop hosted by Peter and Betty Juknys - Saturday, March 14 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MEC Longueuil
MEC Longueuil
MEC Longueuil (4869 Taschereau Boulevard)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
MEC Moncton
MEC Moncton
MEC Moncton (79 Wyse St Unit 300)
The Art of Bushcraft - Sunday, March 1 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grand Manan Trail Info Session - Sunday, March 22 from 11:00am - 12:00pm
Info Session on Fundy Circuit Trail - Sunday, March 29 from 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cape Chignecto Info Session - Sunday, March 29 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm
MEC Montréal
MEC Montréal
MEC Montréal (8989 de l'Acadie Boulevard)
Climbing Night: Grand Opening of the Climbing Wall - Thursday, March 19 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Info Session & Q&A Night: Hear the story behind Canada by Canoe’s cross-country paddling journey and the mission driving it. Hosted by Canada by Canoe - Monday, March 30 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm
MEC North Vancouver
MEC North Vancouver
MEC North Vancouver (212 Brooksbank Avenue)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
MEC North York
MEC North York
MEC North York (784 Sheppard Avenue East)
Canada by Canoe In-store Pop Up Wednesday, March 4 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Canada by Canoe In-store Pop Up Thursday, March 5 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Canada by Canoe In-store Pop Up Friday, March 6 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Learn how to wax your skis or snowboard - Saturday, March 7 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Bike Maintenance 101: Unlock the secrets of winter bike commuting - Saturday, March 14 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm
How to plan a canoe or kayak camping trip - Saturday, March 21 from 12:30 - 1:30pm
Bike Maintenance 101: Learn 6 essential bike maintenance skills - Saturday, March 28 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm
MEC Ottawa
MEC Ottawa
MEC Ottawa (366 Richmond Road)
Presentation hosted by Canada by Canoe Friday, March 20 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Info Session & Q&A Night: Hear the story behind Canada by Canoe’s cross-country paddling journey and the mission driving it. Hosted by Canada by Canoe - Friday, March 30 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MEC Quebec City
MEC Quebec City
MEC Quebec City (1475 Boulevard Lebourgneuf)
How to Properly Prepare for and Experience Winter Camping - Saturday, February 28 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm
MEC Toronto
MEC Toronto
MEC Toronto (300 Queen St West)
Winter Trail Running Talk hosted by Altra and The Trail Collective - Friday, March 6 from 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Social Winter Trail Run at Crothers Woods and Shoe Demos hosted by Altra and The Trail Collective - Saturday, March 8 at 9:00am
The Art of Staying Comfortable: Mastering the Layering Systems for Unpredictable Spring Conditions Workshop Hosted by TrailCraft Collective - Sunday, March 8 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm
March Break Series - Kids Age 6-12 Scavenger Hunt and Navigation - Monday, March 16 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
March Break Series - Kids Age 6-12 Camping Basics and Create your Own Bag - Tuesday, March 17 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
March Break Series - Kids age 6-12 Cycling safety with Toronto Police Officer Brandon and bike care - Wednesday, March 18 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
March Break Series - Kids age 6-12, Climb, Knot Tieing and Bracelet Making - Thursday, March 19 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
March Break Series - Kids age 6-12 Wilderness Bingo and Repair Clinic - Friday, March 20 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
MEC Vancouver
MEC Vancouver
MEC Vancouver (111 E 2nd Avenue)
Learn All About Climbing Shoes with Josh - Monday, March 2 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Food Demo with SLY - Saturday, March 7 from 11:00am - 2:00pm
How to Go Winter Camping: Brrring it On - Thursday, March 12 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Skratch vs Naak vs Nuun Tasting - Saturday, March 14 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Packing for Your First Overnight Hiking Trip - Thursday, March 17 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm
How to Wax your Fjallraven Gear - Saturday, March 21 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tony's Chocolate Tasting - Saturday, March 21 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Intro to Daypacking in the Northshore - Wednesday, March 25 from 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DIY: How to Repair your Outdoor Gear - Saturday, March 28 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
MEC Victoria
MEC Victoria
MEC Victoria (1450 Government Street)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
MEC Winnipeg
MEC Winnipeg
MEC Winnipeg (303 Portage Avenue)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
MEC Whitby
MEC Whitby
MEC Whitby (1650 Victoria St East, unit 1)
Learn how to Wax your Skis or Snowboard - Sunday, February 22 from 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DIY: How to Repair your Outdoor Gear - Sunday, March 1 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn How to Wax your Skis or Snowboard - Saturday, March 7 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn How to Tie 6 of the Best Basic Knots - Sunday, March 8 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bike Maintenance 101: Learn 6 Essential Bike Maintenance Skills - Saturday, March 14 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Intro to Ultralight Backpacking: Do it for the Grams - Sunday, March 15 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bike Maintenance 101: Learn how to Fix a Flat Bike Tire - Saturday, March 21 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Learn how to Stay Safe in the Backcountry - Sunday, March 22 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bike Maintenance 201: Learn How to Adjust and Fix Bike Brakes - Saturday, March 28 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Become a Knot Nerd: Learn to Tie 5 Advanced Knots - Sunday, March 29 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MEC Nanaimo
MEC Nanaimo
MEC Nanaimo (2517 Bowen Road)
There are currently no clinics scheduled for March
