Boxing Day Runs

• A scenic course which includes 5 miles of waterfront trail. Change rooms with showers for entrants, spectators are welcome in the gym. The inclusion for all entrants are a pair of mitts.

• Come and say Hi at the Around the Bay expo.

• We support Canadian Athletes. Athletes that receive support from Athletics Canada can apply for a complimentary entry. Contact us from the webpage if you qualify.

• Report on the 2018 run by Stephen Andersen. Canadian Running Magazine article Hamilton Spectator 2011 article Canadian Running 2017 article CBC article 2019

• $5,000 is donated annually from the Run to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign. This helps local children participate in YMCA programs such as fitness, day care and camping.

• Organized by the volunteers of the Hamilton Harriers Running and Walking Club. Come and run or walk with us. We meet Wednesdays at 5:00pm and Saturdays at 8:00am at the YMCA.

• We use Niko Apparel a Hamilton company for our race wear. They also supply the Canadian Olympic Rowing Team.

• We use Chiptime Results, a Hamilton company, to time our event. www.chiptimeresults.com

• Our event is certified and accredited by Athletics Ontario # 202020021 Both the 10 and 4 runs are part of the Ontario Athletics runners rankings. Click to find out more https://athleticsontario.ca/athlete-registration/