This is a timed 5KM/10KM 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. This charity is still TBD. In 2024 proceeds went to Project Mental Wellness, and Three Oaks Cabin. In 2025 proceeds were donated to Boots on the Ground (Ontario).
There are two exciting additions for this year:
A 10KM distance for those who are looking to work towards a challenge. This route will still include the scenic route of the 5 KM.
GUARDIAN CUP - Team Challenge. This is for teams of 4 who would like their chance at the trophy for 2026. What does this encompass? Well you just need yourself and three others to sign up together, come up with a team name, and then show up on race day and participate. Your team members do not need to run together for the duration of the run, they just need to cross the finish line. All 4 times will be added together and the average time will be taken. Whatever team has the fastest average takes the cup (and bragging rights). Teams will have their names added to the trophy. You do not need to be a first responder/frontline worker in order to register a team. *Please note that this challenge is only available to the 5 KM distance.
There will also be:
5 KM distance - which includes a scenic run through and around Canatara Park.
1 KM FUN RUN FOR KIDS - this is a FREE (not timed) run that loops one time around the Terry Fox Loop. This is for kids 12 and under at the time of the event.
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!
1 KM race will start at 9:50 AM promptly - this is a free event for children ages 12 years and under (participation ribbons will be provided).
10 KM race will start at 10:00 AM promptly - any age and ability welcome! All participants in this race will receive a finishers medal and limited edition t-shirt.
5 KM race will start at 10:10 AM promptly - any age and ability welcome! All participants in this race will receive a finishers medal and limited edition t-shirt.
**Unfortunately no refunds can be offered at this time and no BIB transfers**
Please contact Brittany at frontlinecounsellingservices@gmail.com with any questions about this run.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
1 KM FUN RUN for KIDS
Price changes in 2 months 7 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 KIDSFREE
FREE
Now registering Oct 15 – Dec 31 -
FREE
FREE
Jan 1 – Jun 30 -
FREE
FREE
Jul 1 – Aug 31 -
FREE
FREE
Sept 1 – Sept 26
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5 KM RUN/WALK
Price changes in 2 months 7 days-
This is a scenic 5 KM run/walk through and around Canatara Park.
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Register for 5 KM RUN/WALK$40.37Now registering Oct 15 – Dec 31
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$45.82Jan 1 – Jun 30
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$51.26Jul 1 – Aug 31
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$56.71Sept 1 – Sept 26
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10 KM RUN
Price changes in 2 months 7 days-
This is a scenic 10 KM run/walk through and around Canatara Park and surrounding area.
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Register for 10 KM RUN$45.82Now registering Oct 15 – Dec 31
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$51.26Jan 1 – Jun 30
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$56.71Jul 1 – Aug 31
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$62.15Sept 1 – Sept 26
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Brittany Veale
- Phone
- 519-918-9499
