Why should you join?
Grow your outdoor program. Strengthen your voice. Get access to pro-deals. Influence national policy.
Become a Member and Shape Your Future
The OCC is a member-driven, national non-profit advocating for outdoor programs across Canada.
When you become a member, you:
- Strengthen your sector’s national voice
- Support advocacy that removes barriers
- Gain access to a national network
- Access resources, discounts, and industry updates
- Help shape the future direction of the outdoor sector
Membership fees directly fund advocacy and education efforts that support your work.
This is collective impact.
The OCC community
If you bring people outside, you’re in our community.
The Outdoor Council of Canada exists to remove the barriers that limit outdoor programs and leaders from thriving. We work nationally to create the conditions for you to grow, scale, and focus on what you do best: getting Canadians outdoors.
Outdoor programs strengthen communities, support mental health, grow local economies, and deepen the connection between people and nature.
You deliver the impact.
We work to remove the obstacles.
What you may be experiencing
Outdoor programs across Canada face systemic challenges that limit growth, access, recognition, and funding.
From permitting and land access to professional recognition and sustainable funding, these barriers make your work harder than it needs to be.
The OCC exists to change that.
What We’re Doing
We are advancing national initiatives to:
- Improve permitting and land access processes
- Increase recognition and professionalization of outdoor leaders
- Strengthen support for outdoor learning in schools
- Expand funding streams dedicated to outdoor programs
- Position outdoor activity as essential to national priorities
Want to dive into the specifics? Contact Lindsey at community@outdoorcouncil.ca
“The OCC has helped me chart a new career for myself. For years I was in a corporate position, living for my weekend outdoor excursions. Now, I take weekends off, and complete my outdoor excursions during the week. I guide on a casual basis, but my goal is to create my own company and get families out doors and active. The courses that I have taken through the OCC are helping me to achieve this goal.”
—Lynda, Writer and Lover of the Outdoors
Not Sure About a Membership Yet?
Book an exploratory call with Franz Plangger, the OCC’s Executive Director, and discover how we can help you reach your full impact.
Together, we can build a country where outdoor programs are recognized, supported, and resourced to thrive.