Come celebrate hart's 20th Anniversary!
In-person event: Sunday, September 17
Virtual event: Thursday, September 14 – Sunday, September 17
Sign up today, run on your own or form teams with your friends, family or co-workers to raise donations for hart dogs. There are plenty of prizes to be won, including top fundraising by an individual and several award levels for teams.
All funds raised go towards hart’s ongoing operations. For more information on hart, visit www.hartrescue.ca
EVENT SUMMARY
Welcome to the official event page for hart’s annual Sneakers & Strays, a signature event to raise funds and awareness for hart’s ongoing mission to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home stray and abandoned dogs.
The event is a “fun-run”, where you and your furry companion can run, or walk, side-by-side through Edmonton’s River Valley, competing for bragging rights or just to show your support for dogs in need.
Event participants will get to enjoy the company of other supporters and their pooches, and can partake in post-race activities including complimentary beverages and snacks, the opportunity to browse some fabulous hart merchandise, and check out some of the sponsor booths.
Further event day activities to be announced; Stay tuned for updates!
IN-PERSON
The in-person event will take place on Sunday, September 17th at Buena Vista Dog Park, in the beautiful river valley, next to the Edmonton Valley Zoo. Registrants will be able to walk or run, with or without their favorite furry companion(s), on a 3km walk or 5km run course.
The event will continue rain, shine, or smoke, please use your personal judgement for your health.
VIRTUAL
As this is a hybrid event, pawticipants have the option to attend in person, or virtually where they can run or walk on their own time. The virtual event will take place over four days leading up to the in-person event and registrants will be able to walk or run wherever they are in the world.
Why go virtual? While some dogs love to meet and mingle with other dogs, some can feel a bit overwhelmed by the experience. For this reason, and for any other reason that could prevent people from participating in person, we have created a virtual experience.
To register your results, click here. Choose Submit a Virtual Result then enter your confirmation number and name. Don't forget to upload your race day photos! We would love to see your selfies with your dog!
To upload your photos, click here and click on Upload Photos.
PACKAGE PICKUP
There are several registration options, however if your registration includes a swag bag, you’ll get an event t-shirt and dog bandana, hart gear, Lucky Mutt finisher medal, EZ Antler Chews, and Hornby Organic Bar plus other goodies for you and your dog!
Each participant will be able to pick up their Swag Bag prior to the event date. Package Pickup will be September 16, 2023 between 1-5 at Homes Alive, 13340 St Albert Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4P6. Once registered, a reminder notification will be sent to your email address.
HOW TO DONATE
You can donate to a team or an individual by following the tabs on the top left-hand section of the events page. You can also make a cash donation directly to hart at any one of our ongoing events.
For individuals and team leaders collecting cash pledges, they can use the pledge form provided by hart to track their progress. To access the pledge form, click here
Pledge forms can be downloaded by clicking here.. If you experience any issues with the link, contact us at sneakersandstrays.hart@gmail.com and one can be emailed.
PRIZES
INDIVIDUAL PRIZES
TOP DOG [Top Individual Fundraiser]
$100.00 Gift certificate to Homes Alive Pets
$100.00 coupon towards your choice of hart gear
TEAM PRIZES
LEVEL 5 | DRAGON MEMORIAL CUP [over $5,000 donated]
Photography session by Coral Konanz Photography (valued at $400.00)
$250.00 Gift certificate to Homes Alive Pets
$200.00 coupon towards your choice of hart gear
LEVEL 4 | MUCH WOW DODECOIN [over $1,000 donated]
$100.00 Gift certificate to Homes Alive Pets
$100.00 coupon towards your choice of hart gear
LEVEL 3 | CONNOR McDOODLE [over $500 donated]
$50.00 Gift certificate to Homes Alive Pets
$50.00 coupon towards your choice of hart gear
LEVEL 2 | RAISE THE WOOF [over $200 donated]
$25.00 Gift certificate to Homes Alive Pets
$25.00 coupon towards your choice of hart gear
LEVEL 1 | PROUD PUPPY [over $100 donated]
$10.00 Gift certificate to Homes Alive Pets
Note: Team prize packages are paid out per team.
SPONSORSHIP & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in becoming an event sponsor or volunteer? please contact us at sneakersandstrays.hart@gmail.com to find out more on how you can get involved with hart and this event
FAQ
When does the donation window close?
You can continue to Donate to participants fundraising, teams, and to hart through September 24 to help them be a prize winner and to help dogs in need.
Do I get a tax receipt?
Yes! hart is a registered charity and tax receipts are available to those who donate $20.00 and more. If you do not receive your tax receipt, please email sneakersandstrays.hart@gmail.com and one can be provided.
Registration fees
Virtual run or walk [REMOTE] Closed
Online registration closed-
Complete your chosen distance over four days, keep track of your time, and post it to this event page. The virtual race REMOTE registration, does NOT come with a swag bag. If you are not local, but would still like to receive a event swag bag, please contact sneakersandstrays.hart@gmail.com.
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$30.00
Early bird pricing
May 29 – Jul. 1 -
$35.00
Standard event pricing
Jul. 2 – Aug. 14 -
$35.00
Standard event pricing
Aug. 15 – Sep. 17
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3km Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
In person event on Sunday, September 17
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$50.00
Early bird pricing
May 29 – Jul. 1 -
$60.00
Standard event pricing
Jul. 2 – Aug. 14 -
$60.00
Late registration (T-shirt size not guaranteed)
Aug. 15 – Sep. 17
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5km Run Closed
Online registration closed-
In person event on Sunday, September 17
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$50.00
Early bird pricing
May 29 – Jul. 1 -
$60.00
Standard event pricing
Jul. 2 – Aug. 14 -
$60.00
Late registration (T-shirt size not guaranteed)
Aug. 15 – Sep. 17
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Virtual run or walk [LOCAL] Closed
Online registration closed-
Complete your chosen distance over four days, keep track of your time, and post it to this event page. The virtual race LOCAL registration, comes with a swag bag available for pickup prior to the race day.
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$50.00
Early bird pricing
May 29 – Jul. 1 -
$60.00
Standard event pricing
Jul. 2 – Aug. 14 -
$60.00
Late registration (T-shirt size not guaranteed)
Aug. 15 – Sep. 17
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Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
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| 1 | Crystal P | $1,069.14 |
| 2 | Patty Peckham | $535.02 |
| 3 | Maria Seerattan | $535.02 |
| 4 | Patty Peckham | $535.02 |
| 5 | Cushman & Wakefield Edmonton | $500.00 |
Top teams
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Team Dragon (in memory of)$5,539.96 Raised$5,000.00 Goal |
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Barleys Team$2,626.55 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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The Hill-Bullees$1,858.28 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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Homies$1,689.00 Raised$3,000.00 Goal |
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Kehr-azy for Canines$1,059.39 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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Parkwest Pet Clinic$697.16 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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Cushman & Wakefield Edmonton$605.20 Raised$650.00 Goal |
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Wolf Willow WaggersRaised:$518.94 |
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Team Barkleshmark$504.30 Raised$100.00 Goal |
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RBRC$236.80 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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Team JADA SolutionsRaised:$81.91 |
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| 12 |
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Goodlife Rabbithill$58.84 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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DandyRaised:$54.31 |
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| 14 |
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YoungcholiRaised:$54.31 |
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| 15 |
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Friendship GulagRaised:$27.60 |
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| 16 |
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Team Nuez,Bandana,Beso& PradoRaised:$22.26 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Jenna
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Jenna Hollman$1,394.09 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Mary
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Mary Kehr$1,059.39 Raised$1,000.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Denise
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Denise GohlRaised: $748.16 |
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| 4 |
View fundraiser page for Marsha
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Marsha Johnston$674.45 Raised$600.00 Goal |
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| 5 |
View fundraiser page for Krista
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Krista WilcoxRaised: $577.60 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Robert Pellerin
- Website
- Visit website
