#TAKEITINSTRIDESRUN | September 7, 2025
WHAT IS THE “TAKE IT IN STRIDES RUN”?
Join us for the third annual Take It In Strides Run, a powerful community event dedicated to honouring loved ones lost to suicide and raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
Over the past two years, thanks to your incredible support, we’ve raised more than $100,000. This year, let’s come together once again to create an even greater impact.
Early Registration Special!
Register early and receive $5 off your registration fee!
CODE: " EARLYSTRIDES "
Offer valid from April 22 to May 31.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Take It In Strides is more than a run—it's a movement. Whether you choose to:
Run 5 km or 10 km
Walk 3 km
Or participate virtually from anywhere doing any activity that holds meaning for you,
—you’ll be making a difference. Every step you take is in tribute to those we’ve lost and a show of support for those still fighting.
This event brings people together to:
Support individuals battling mental health challenges
Empower loved ones with resources to provide help
Raise critical funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and the Children’s Centre Foundation (CCF)
We are also partnering with organizations like the Children’s Centre Thunder Bay and CMHA to offer free online workshops and training sessions ahead of the event, focused on suicide prevention and education.
NEW THIS YEAR
We’re excited to host a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the CMHA (200 Van Norman St). Join us for a night of connection, remembrance, and community spirit.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025
Location: Boulevard Lake, Thunder Bay
Check-In Opens: 8:30 AM
Run/Walk Starts: 9:30 AM
Virtual Participation: Join us from anywhere in the world with your own meaningful activity.
Take It In Strides 2025 via STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/1438372
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
🔹 Register online as an individual or a team (see top-right of this page)
🔹 Fundraise using our online tools or printable donation form
🔹 Volunteer to help on event day — high school students can earn volunteer hours!
🔹 Choose your way to move: 5k run, 10k run, 3k walk, or a virtual activity of your choice
🔹 Participate in suicide prevention workshops (details to come)
🔹 Share a photo of a loved one for our online gallery and Memorial Wall
🔹 Capture the moment by snapping a photo at the finish line
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
💙 Commemorate a Loved One
Submit a name and photo to our online memorial gallery by Friday, Sept. 5, so we can honour them during the event.
Spread the Word on Social Media
Share a message of hope or photo using #takeitinstridesrun.
Use our social media kit or create your own inspiring content!
Become a Sponsor
Interested in supporting the event as a sponsor?
Contact us at takeitinstrides.yqt@gmail.com for sponsorship opportunities.
Together, we can break the silence, foster understanding, and take meaningful strides toward a world where mental health is prioritized and no one struggles alone.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
10k run (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner option (Sat. Sept 6th)
10km run on Sunday Sept 7th and spaghetti dinner on Sat Sept 6th
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Register for 10k run (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner option (Sat. Sept 6th)$56.20
Registration cut off is Sept. 5th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
10k Run only (Sept. 7th)
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Register for 10k Run only (Sept. 7th)$45.41
Registration cut off is Sept. 7th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
5k run (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner (Sat. Sept 6th)
5km run on Sunday Sept 7th with spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
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Register for 5k run (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner (Sat. Sept 6th)$56.20
Registration cut off is Sept. 5th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
5k Run only (Sept 7th)
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Register for 5k Run only (Sept 7th)$45.41
Registration cut off is Sept 7th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
3k Walk (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
3k Walk (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
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Register for 3k Walk (Sept 7th) with spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th$34.62
Registration cut off is Sept 5th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
3k Walk only (Sept 7th)
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Register for 3k Walk only (Sept 7th)$23.83
Registration cut off is Sept 7th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
12 years and under with spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
this registration is applicable for 12 years and under that will be participating in event on Sunday Sept 7th and would also be participating in spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
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Register for 12 years and under with spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th$13.04
Registration cut off is Sept 5th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
12 years and under participating in event on Sept 7th
for any distance (run or walk) on Sunday, Sept 7th; must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age
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Register for 12 years and under participating in event on Sept 7thFree
Registration cut off is Sept 7th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
virtual participation (Sept 7th) + in person attendance at spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
virtual participation (Sept 7th) + in person attendance at spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th
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Register for virtual participation (Sept 7th) + in person attendance at spaghetti dinner on Sat. Sept 6th$34.62
Registration cut off is Sept 5th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
virtual participation only (Sept 7th) (activity of your choosing from any location (town)
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Register for virtual participation only (Sept 7th) (activity of your choosing from any location (town)$23.83
Registration cut off is Sept 7th
Apr 22 - Sept 1
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anonymous | $100.00 |
| 2 | Anonymous | $25.00 |
| 3 | Lesa Sieradzki | $25.00 |
Top teams
| 1 |
|
Keep Me in Your HeartRaised:$100.00 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Michaela
|
Michaela James$50.00 Raised$5,000.00 Goal |
Countdown to event
Contact information
- Event contact
- Connor Remus - Co-Founder/Organizer
- Phone
- 14379850447
- Website
- Visit website
