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Ted's Run for Literacy

The Little Race That Could

Ted's Run for Literacy

"the little race that could"

692cc509c0e3f.jpegTed's Run for Literacy is an 'out-and-back' course starting at the Fox & Deer Shelter in Kildonan Park.

Contact Race Director for inquires not answered below.

2 km course

  • The 2 km course is one loop of the designated walkway entirely within the park (see map below).
  • The 2 km course is not timed.
  • Start time is 10:10 AM sharp.

5 km course

  • The 5 km course exits Kildonan Park at Scotia Street (see map below).
  • Runners proceed down Scotia Avenue and turn-around at 328 Scotia Avenue.
  • There is a water station near the turnaround point.
  • The 5 km course is chip timed.
  • Start time is 10:05 AM sharp.

10 km course

  • The 10 km course exits Kildonan Park at Scotia Street (see map below).
  • Runners continue along Scotia Avenue, past the 5 km turnaround, to St. Johns Park.
  • After completing one loop of St. John's Park, runners return along the same course.
  • Be prepared for a little 'off-road' fun in St. John's Park.
  • There is a water station and porta-toilet at St. John's Park.
  • The 10 km course is chip timed.
  • Start time is 10:00 AM sharp.

Ted's Run for Literacy is a fully inclusive event. All runners, walkers, and wheelers (wheelchair participants) are welcomed. For the safety of participants, skateboards and bicycles are not permitted on the course.

Race Start Time: 10 km at 10:00am, 5 km at 10:05am, 2 km at 10:10am

Still have questions? Contact the Race Director

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Registration fees

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

10 km Youth Spots remaining: 25

Price changes in 3 months 9 days

  • Ages 17 and under. Age is calculated as of October 4 2026.

    1. CA$45.03

      First Call

      Now registering May 8 – Aug 29
      Register for 10 km Youth
    2. CA$61.12

      Final Call

      Aug 29 – Sep 29
    3. Closed
      Sep 30 – Sep 30

10 km Adult Spots remaining: 97

Price changes in 3 months 9 days

  • Ages 18 and over. Age is calculated as of October 4, 2026.

    1. CA$55.76

      First Call

      Now registering May 8 – Aug 29
      Register for 10 km Adult
    2. CA$71.86

      Final Call

      Aug 29 – Sep 29
    3. Closed
      Sep 30 – Sep 30

5KM Youth (age 17 and under) Spots remaining: 23

Price changes in 3 months 9 days

  • Ages 17 and under. Age is calculated as of October 4.

    1. CA$34.29

      First Call

      Now registering May 8 – Aug 29
      Register for 5KM Youth (age 17 and under)
    2. CA$50.40

      Final Call

      Aug 29 – Sep 29
    3. Closed
      Sep 30 – Sep 30

5KM Adult Spots remaining: 95

Price changes in 3 months 9 days

  • Ages 18 and over. Age is calculated as of October 4, 2026.

    1. CA$45.03

      First Call

      Now registering May 8 – Aug 29
      Register for 5KM Adult
    2. CA$61.12

      Final Call

      Aug 29 – Sep 29
    3. Closed
      Sep 30 – Sep 30

2KM Individual Spots remaining: 50

Price changes in 3 months 9 days

    1. CA$28.93

      First Call

      Now registering May 8 – Aug 29
      Register for 2KM Individual
    2. CA$39.66

      Final Call

      Aug 29 – Sep 29
    3. Closed
      Sep 30 – Sep 30

2KM Family Spots remaining: 48

Price changes in 3 months 9 days

  • Family Rate applies to 4 family members (siblings, parents, foster parents, grand parents) residing in one home.

    1. CA$45.03

      First Call

      Now registering May 8 – Aug 29
      Register for 2KM Family
    2. CA$55.76

      Final Call

      Aug 29 – Sep 29
    3. Closed
      Sep 30 – Sep 30

About Ted's Run for Literacy

Ted’s Run for Literacy was established in 2010 following the death of Ted Swain on May 3rd, 2009. Ted was a passionate teacher of English at Vincent Massey Collegiate in Winnipeg. He was also a dedicated running coach who nurtured hundreds of novice runners. Ted is remembered fondly by the running community with whom he identified to his last step.

Ted’s Run for Literacy has donated OVER $100,000 to non-profits that help break the cycle of poverty. We are indeed, the little race that could. In partnership with The Winnipeg Foundation, proceeds generated from Ted's Run for Literacy support two non-profit charitable organizations, LiteracyWorks and CanU.


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LiteracyWORKS is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides adults with literacy and numeracy instruction as essential life skills. LiteracyWORKS envisions a Winnipeg in which all adults are literate and able to participate fully in our cultural, economic and social worlds.


686d927385af2.jpegCanU provides hundreds of kids with remarkable opportunities for learning and leadership. Can U is an after school program that inspires hope and confidence in Winnipeg children. The 'big ideas' of CanU are: Literacy, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Mentorship, and Hope & Confidence.


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The Winnipeg Foundation is Canada’s first community foundation, established in 1921. The Winnipeg Foundation's mission is to be a catalyst for strengthening community well being, now and for future generations, by promoting philanthropy, creating partnerships and supporting diverse charitable organizations.

Our 2026 Sponsors

Ted's Run for Literacy thanks our many sponsors who help us deliver a gold standard running event.

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