Join us for Canada's Virtual Run to End Child Hunger, an inspiring event that combines fitness, community, and purpose to make a real difference in the lives of children in need. Lace up your sneakers and choose your own pace, place, and distance to support this vital cause. We are excited to offer participants the ability to track their run with the Runkeeper app.
🗓 Event Date: You choose!
🌎 Location: Anywhere—Run, Walk, or Jog in your neighbourhood, on a treadmill, or at a local park.
🎯 Goal: Raise awareness and funds to combat child hunger in your community.
How It Works
- Register Online: Sign up through our website to secure your spot and receive your race kit, which includes a bib, finisher’s medal, and event t-shirt.
- Choose Your Distance: Options range from 1K to a full marathon.
- Run Your Race: Complete your chosen distance anytime during the event dates. Share your journey with us on social media using the hashtag #RunToEndHunger.
- Make an Impact: Your registration fee and additional donations go directly to Food Banks Canada, helping provide meals, resources, and support to children facing hunger.
Why Participate?
- Raise Awareness: Highlight the urgent issue of child hunger, which affects millions worldwide.
- Support a Great Cause: Every step you take helps provide nourishment and hope to children who need it most.
- Stay Active: Get moving and promote your own health while giving back.
Let’s take a stand and make each mile count! Together, we can move closer to a world where no child goes to bed hungry.
📢 Sign Up Now!
💛 Thank you for being part of the solution. Together, we can run for change.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
1 Mile
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CA$40.00Jan 1 - Jan 1
5K
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CA$40.00Jan 1 - Jan 1
10K
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CA$40.00Jan 1 - Jan 1
Half Marathon
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CA$40.00Jan 1 - Jan 1
Marathon
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CA$40.00Jan 1 - Jan 1
FAQ
What is the Save the Bees Virtual Run all about?
The idea originated as a way to raise awareness for the bees. Inspired by World Bee Day let's run for the bees! All participants will be mailed a package of sunflower seeds to plant in their garden to attract bees.
How do I participate in this virtual event?
Register for the virtual event and run your sub-event distance on a route of your choice, sometime between April and August. You will track the time and distance of your race virtually using the Runkeeper app or another smart device and upload your time. More instructions will follow to ensure your setup to have a seamless virtual run experience.
When is race day?
Race day is 100% unique to you. On race day, choose your route and track your race. You will have until the end of August, to complete your race.
When will I get my seeds and any merchandise?
Seeds and merchandise will be sent separately. We estimate that you will receive your seeds and any swag ordered about two weeks after registration. If you have any questions please send us an email.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Virtual Run Team