The Oceanside Running Club Association (ORCA) is pleased to again host the Mother’s Day 10 K Run & 5 K Run/Walk in 2025.
We look forward to welcoming new and returning runners, walkers, and valued volunteers on May 11!
Given the growing popularity of the event, to best assure a fun and safe time by all, there is a registration limit of 500 participants. So secure your place by registering early and take advantage of the lower fees!
Centred in the heart of the quaint seaside Town of Qualicum Beach, the 2025 event builds on the success of the “new in 2023” and the 2024 versions of the be the well-loved Oceanside Mother’s Day 10 K and 5 K run/walk.
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 Dollymount Trail and town streets, providing a safe journey through the urban forests, hobby farms and quiet residential areas of Qualicum Beach. “Once around” for the 5K, and a slightly modified “twice around” for the 10K. Over 70% of the route is shaded – a great bonus should it be warm day!
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 on May 11 only. 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 11, 2025, 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 K 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 K event starts at 10:05 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 11:30 AM. Marshals and water stations will not be available after 11:30 AM, and all race-related traffic controls will cease.
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 announce that the Oceanside Mothers' Day event continues to support the following charities: Parksville Haven Society and the Forward House Community Society.
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 -tentatively 11:30 AM. Stay after the race to win one of the many great draw prizes to be given away during the awards presentations, including several premium prizes at the end. Only participants who are present are eligible to receive draw prizes.
QB Legion Br.76 BBQ:
The legion grill team will be starting at 11:00 AM -offering hamburgers/cheeseburgers for $6, and draft beer available from $5.50 (new this year -payment via cash, credit or debit - all handled by the QB Legion staff).
Plan to enjoy an informal post-event lunch on the large, covered deck or the nicely landscaped rear yard – a great way to unwind and celebrate your success with family and friends!
Volunteers:
Please contact the race director or ORCA to sign up for volunteering or go to www.ORCArunning.ca
Entry Fees/Registration:
Note - registration is limited to 500 total participants - register early for best rates!
The entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable from one participant to another.
Early – until March 15 -$30 (online only) plus service fee
Regular -March 16 to April 12 -$35 (online only) plus service fee
Late - April 13 to May 07 - $40 (online only) plus service fee
Online registration closes at 23:59 PM, Wednesday May 07, 2025
Race day/in person entry $50 (cash only) - updated May 08 - there are 50 entries available (total of 5K and 10K) Registration open 8:00 - 9:30 AM Sunday May 11 at QB Legion, Veterans Way. Exact cash amount appreciated.
You may transfer from one sub-event to another for a fee of $1.95 (plus applicable tax) at the current registration price point at time of transfer up until online registration closes at 23:59 on Wednesday, May 07, 2025
Race numbers not picked up by the commencement of the event will be forfeited and the registration fee will be considered a donation to our charities. Thank You!
Safety:
For safety and liability reasons the following are not allowed on the course: dogs, roller blades, bikes, skateboards, earbuds or earphones. Please understand and respect these rules.
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 Dollymount 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 the group within their respective event.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
10k Closed
Online registration closed-
For runners only
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$34.29
Early Bird Pricing
Feb 20 – Mar 15 -
$39.66
Regular Pricing
Mar 16 – Apr 12 -
$45.03
Late Pricing
Apr 13 – May 7
-
5k Closed
Online registration closed-
For runners and walkers.
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$34.29
Early Bird Pricing
Feb 20 – Mar 15 -
$39.66
Regular Pricing
Mar 16 – Apr 12 -
$45.03
Late Pricing
Apr 13 – May 7
-
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 07, 2025.
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. For families participating as a group, please note that registration is required for any participant , regardless of age, who will be running and or walking/running. Simply put - "no feet on the ground without a race bib".
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 Dollymount 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 allowed but must start at the back of the pack.
Fee Notes
1. Online registration closes at 23:59 on Wednesday May 07, 2025
2. Race Day registration is completely dependent upon space being available. There is a 500 total participant limit, so if that number is filled through online registration, there will be no day of event registration. Should entries be available, details of event day registration will be added to the Race Roster event information page.
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.
6. Should you wish to change events - 5K to 10K or reverse - you will be charged a $1.95 service fee plus any difference between your original registration fee and the current online registration fee for the event.
Sponsors
Thank you for the generous support:
Volunteers
Please contact the race director or, to sign up for volunteering. go to www.ORCArunning.ca
Contact information
- Event contact
- Doug Brown
- Phone
- (250) 248 8342
- Website
- Visit website
