Caledon Walk of Fame to induct Barrie Shepley on September 12

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August 21, 2026 (CALEDON, ON) – The Town of Caledon is proud to announce Barrie Shepley as the 2026 Caledon Walk of Fame inductee, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to sport, wellness and community building, and his lasting impact on generations of residents.

Barrie’s accomplishments as a nationally and internationally recognized triathlon coach, athlete, author and broadcaster are well documented, but his influence in Caledon extends well beyond sport. Through initiatives such as Kids of Steel, the Egg Nog Jog, and recreational opportunities at C3 James Dick Quarry, he has helped bring people together, promote active living and create a welcoming community for residents of all ages and abilities. His book, Chasing Greatness: Stories of Passion and Perseverance in Sport and in Life, has also shared his message of perseverance and resilience with audiences around the world.

“Barrie Shepley represents so much of what the Caledon Walk of Fame is about. His accomplishments on the national and international stages are outstanding, but his ongoing commitment to our community is what makes his legacy so very special,” said Mayor Annette Groves. “Barrie has inspired generations of Caledon residents to be active, believe in themselves and support one another. He has also become a familiar face at our annual Caledon Sport Hall of Fame ceremony, where he has been an outstanding emcee. It seems only fitting that we give him a permanent stage of his own on the Walk of Fame!”

The 2026 Walk of Fame induction ceremony will take place:

  • Saturday, September 12, 2026
  • 1-2 p.m.
  • Walk of Fame Pavilion on the Caledon Trailway in Caledon East (Just west of Airport Road)
  • Parking is available at Caledon East Park (6101 Old Church Rd, Caledon East). A shuttle bus will run from Caledon East Park to the Caledon Trailway starting at 12:30 p.m.

For more information about the Caledon Walk of Fame, visit Caledon.ca/WOF.

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905.584.2272 | communications@caledon.ca 
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon

 

About Caledon

Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.