This is a timed 5KM run to honour and support First Responders and Frontline Workers in our community (meaning anyone who supports/helps others such as but not limited to; police, fire, paramedics, corrections, CBSA, dispatch/telecommunications, military/veterans, social workers, CYCPs, nurses, doctors, tow truck drivers, child protection workers, PSWs and many many more. If you are not a first responder or frontline worker, this event is still for you! This is an opportunity to come out and connect with those in the community who spend their life helping others. This race will take place in Canatara Park (starting and ending at the Terry Fox loop) with a scenic run through.
Proceeds from this run will go to charity, and this year another charity that directly supports first responders and frontline workers has been chosen! BOOTS ON THE GROUND (Ontario) (specifically their therapist fund) is the chosen charity for the 2025 proceeds.
There are two distances (5 KM and 1 KM). Don't want to run? That's no problem, you are more than welcome to walk. Service animals and dogs are more than welcome to join along!
This year we have an exciting category for teams! Teams of 5 are able to register to compete to win the Guardian Cup Challenge. This is a fun way to get out, get moving, raise money for charity and most importantly continue the conversations about mental health and wellness. Combined run totals for each team member will be tallied together and the team with the lowest combined time will win the cup, sweet prizes and bragging rights. *Please note you do not need to be a first responder/frontline worker to submit a team. Teams can be composed of any age and ability (furry friends are welcome to join too!). *Teams of 5 save $5 per person on registration.
1 KM race will start at 10:00 AM promptly - this is a free event for children ages 12 years and under (participation ribbons will be provided).
5 KM race will start at 10:15 AM promptly - any age and ability welcome! All participants in this race will receive a finishers medal and limited edition t-shirt.
Race Day Schedule:
8:30 AM - 9:40 AM - RACE KIT PICK UP (at the Terry Fox loop)
9:50 AM - Pre-Race stretch
10:00 AM - 1 KM kids fun run START (12 years and under)
10:15 AM - 5 KM run/walk START
**New and improved race route for the 5KM distance
**Unfortunately no refunds can be offered at this time and no BIB transfers**
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5 KM RUN/WALK
Price changes in 1 month 2 days-
This is a scenic 5 KM run/walk through and around Canatara Park.
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Register for 5 KM RUN/WALK$45.82
*price shown includes processing fee
Now registering Jan 1 – Jun 30 -
$51.26
Last chance, register today!*price shown includes processing fee
Jul 1 – Sept 25
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1 KM FUN RUN for KIDS
Price changes in 1 month 2 days-
This is a fun 1 KM run for children. It will encompass one lap around the Terry Fox loop. **Please note that this event is free for children who are 12 years of age (at time of event) or younger.
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Register for 1 KM FUN RUN for KIDSFREENow registering Jan 1 – Jun 30
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FREEJul 1 – Sept 25
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Brittany Veale
- Phone
- 519-918-9499
