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The Valentine Memorial Walk & Run in Support of Catholic Education

Join us for The Valentine Memorial Walk & Run in Support of Catholic Education, a district-wide, Catholic-wide community event led by the Calgary Catholic Education Foundation (CCEF) in support of the 120 schools of the Calgary Catholic School District.

This is a simple, family-friendly morning designed for everyone, walkers, runners, students, alumni, staff, parents, grandparents, parishioners and friends. We will gather to honour the legacy of Ted and Shirley Valentine and continue what they stood for: strong Catholic education, community, and opportunity for students in K-12 across the 120 schools in the Calgary Catholic School District.

Event Details

  • Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
  • Location: South Glenmore Park
  • Distances:
    • 1 km Kids Walk & Run (for kids and families)
    • 5 km Walk & Run
  • Kids Activity Area: A fun, inclusive space for children and families at the event village.

Because, Catholic education matters.


Registration fees

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

5K Walk/Run (Adult 13+)

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5K Walk/Run (Youth 6-12)

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1K Kids Run (Under 5)

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Donation Matching - Rogers Birdies for Kids

We are pleased to have our event registrations matched by Rogers Birdies for Kids until August 31. From March 1 to August 31, 2026, donations made to the CCEF through Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink will be matched up to 50%, amplifying the impact of your generosity.


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Event schedule

  • Sun, September 27, 2026 8:30 AM - Volunteer setup begins
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 9:30 AM - Participant check-in opens
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 9:30 AM - Music / coffee / sponsor booths / photos
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 10:20 AM - MC welcome begins
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 10:30 AM - Opening prayer & remarks
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 10:40 AM - Sponsor recognition
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 10:45 AM - Group warm-up
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 10:50 AM - Kids gather at start line
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 11:00 AM - 1K Kids Run starts
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 11:15 AM - 5K Walk/Run starts
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 12:00 PM - Finish line celebration
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 12:15 PM - Fundraising recognition / thank-yous
  • Sun, September 27, 2026 1:00 PM - Event concludes

Contact information

Event contact
Bella Burrell - bella.burrell@theccef.ca