The Oceanside Running Club Association (ORCA) is excited to be hosting the “new” Mother’s Day 10 K run & 5 K run/walk following a 3-year hiatus arising from the COVID health emergency.
We look forward to welcoming returning and new runners, walkers, and valued volunteers on May 14!
New location, new route but same great event features! Centred in the heart of the quaint seaside Town of Qualicum Beach, the 2023 event promises to be the next chapter in the ongoing story of the well-loved Oceanside Mother’s Day 10 K and 5 K run/walk.
For 2023, there is a lovely 5 KM base route that serves both distances. The 10 K entrants do a double loop - twice the fun and enjoyment!
The start/finish will be the grounds of the Qualicum Beach Legion (Br.76) located on Veterans Way – the site of the famous QB Saturday Farmer’s Market.
The course is fully paved, utilizing both the popular Fern Trail and town streets, providing a safe journey through the urban forests, hobby farms and quiet residential areas of Qualicum Beach. Lots of shade along the route.
The 5 K is open to both runners and walkers, while the 10 K is restricted to runners only.
Race Number Pickup:
Race number pickup will be at the Qualicum Beach Legion from 8:00am - 9:30am. Race numbers not picked up by the commencement of the event are forfeited and regarded as a charity donation.
Note that participants under the age of 19 years on May 14, 2023 MUST have the event waiver signed by their parent/guardian and presented to the registrar before receiving a Race Number. No exceptions.
Race Start:
The 10 KM event starts at 10:00 AM – note that it may be necessary to hold a wave start to ensure safety along the initial narrow portion of the course.
The 5 KM event starts at 10:15 AM - note that it may be necessary to hold a wave start to ensure safety along the initial narrow portion of the course.
Both courses will be closed at 11:45 am. Marshals and water stations will not be available after 11:45 am.
Facilities:
Washrooms (portable) will be available at the start/finish area, as will be limited access to washroom facilities inside the QB Legion.
Charities:
ORCA is pleased to distribute net proceeds from this event to the following charities: Parksville Haven Society; Forward House; and Oceanside Community Track.
Parking:
There is NO parking at the race start/finish area. Participants are encouraged to first find space in one of the following parking lots :
-Kwalikum Secondary School – enter via CONDOR off Village Way – some parking at west side of school (first left off Condor), large lot at top of Condor (please do NOT use the parking lot for visitors to The Gardens (lot to the right at the top of the drive). A 2-minute walk to the start/finish area.
- Qualicum Beach town centre – parking lot opposite Qualicum Foods at Memorial and Fern – entrances from either street. An approximate 8-minute walk to the start/finish area.
- Qualicum Commons – (former elementary school) entrance on Primrose Street, just south of Fern. Approx. 10-minute walk to start/finish area.
- Street parking is available throughout Qualicum Beach central area.
Post Race:
Post race refreshments are provided for registered participants. Awards will start as soon as the race results are in (usually by noon). Stay after the race to win one of the many draw prizes to be given away during the awards presentations, including the grand prize draw at the end. Only participants who are present are eligible to receive draw prizes.
Volunteers:
Please contact the race director or ORCA to sign up for volunteering or go to www.ORCArunning.ca
Entry:
The entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable from one participant to another.
You may transfer from one sub-event to another for a fee of $1.95 at the current registration price point up until registration closes at 23:59 on May 11, 2023
Race day entry subject to capacity closes at 08:45.
Race numbers not picked up by the commencement of the event will be forfeited and your registration fee will be considered a donation to our charity. Thank You!
Safety:
For safety and liability reasons the following are not allowed on the course: dogs, roller blades, bikes, skateboards, earbuds or earphones.
Only registered participants are allowed on the course.
There will be traffic (vehicular and people) on sections of both the 10k and 5k course. Use caution! Obey the marshals and traffic controllers. They are there for your safety.
The Fern Trail section of the course is narrow and has bollards at main entrance/exit points -including the race start. Exercise caution to ensure your safety and the safety of others – notify other runners/walkers as you approach to pass - a simple “on your left” before going by.
Baby strollers or baby joggers are permitted in both the 10 K and 5 K events. However, anyone entering with a stroller/jogger MUST start at the very back of group within their respective event.
Registration fees
10k Closed
Online registration closed-
For runners only
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$30.00
Early Bird Pricing
Mar. 1 – Mar. 31 -
$35.00
Regular Pricing
Apr. 1 – May 11
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5k Closed
Online registration closed-
For runners and walkers.
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$30.00
Early Bird Pricing
Mar. 1 – Mar. 31 -
$35.00
Regular Pricing
Apr. 1 – May 11
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Cancellation Policy
The entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable from one participant to another.
You may transfer from one sub-event to another for a fee of $1.95 at the current registration price point up until registration closes at 23:59 on May 11th, 2023.
Race numbers not picked up by the commencement of the event will be forfeited and your registration fee will be considered a donation to our charity. Thank You!
Safety
For safety and liability reasons the following are not allowed on the course: dogs, roller blades, bikes, skateboards, earbuds or earphones.
Only registered participants are allowed on the course.
There will be traffic (vehicular and people) on both the 10k and 5k course. Use caution! Obey the marshals and traffic controllers. They are there for your safety.
The Fern Trail section of the course is narrow and has bollards at main entrance/exit points -including the race start. Exercise caution to ensure your safety and the safety of others – notify other runners/walkers as you approach to pass - a simple “on your left” before going by.
Baby strollers or baby joggers allowed but must start at the back of the pack.
Fee Notes
1. Online registration closes at 23:59 on May 11th, 2023
2. Race Day registration fees are $40 and payable by cheque or cash only.
3. An online processing fee will be applied to your registration at checkout
4. All funds payable in Canadian Dollars
5. Your credit card statement will show a charge from Race Roster or Fast North Corp for your online registration into this event.
Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for their support.
Volunteers
Please contact the race director or to sign up for volunteering or go to www.ORCArunning.ca
Contact information
- Event contact
- Doug Brown
- Phone
- (250) 248 8342
- Website
- Visit website
