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THEEEEE CANADA ARMY RUN 2021
VIRTUAL

Featured Race Distances:

• 5K
• 10K
• Half Marathon
• 5K + 10K Challenge
• 5K + Half Marathon Commander’s Challenges
• Challenge distance events will include entry to both individual races. There is no 15K or 26.1K single distance event for 2021.

Race Dates:
September 10-19

Location:
Anywhere!

Included with registration to any event:

1. Your selection of one exclusive Canada Army Run merchandise item (Surge Activewear shirt or Headsweats race hat)
2. Canada Army Run finisher coin, themed for each race distance
3. Challenge participants will receive a coin for each included event, with a special challenge coin for the combined event theme
4. Monthly training races
5. Access to the official race platform, where you can test yourself or see how you match up with others
6. Virtual Expo, including exclusive offers from our incredible partners
7. The return of our Virtual Remembrance Row, Presented by the Royal Canadian Legion, with the option to include your own nomination
   
   

Monthly Training Races (included with all registrations)

Beginning in March, take part in various distance races each month. These events are designed to:

• Keep you motivated
• Progress your training throughout the season, with increasing distance options as you near race day
• Monthly 2K events, perfect for any new athlete or to include family
• Registration for each event is not required. Only registered participants for the September event will have access to training races.

Fundraising

Canada Army Run champions Support Our Troops and the Soldier On program, the official charitable cause of the Canadian Armed Forces. Support Our Troops meets the unique needs and special challenges faced by members of the Canadian Armed Forces community, and their families, as a result of military service.

Help make a difference!

Since 2008, through race proceeds and the fundraising efforts of participants, Canada Army Run has contributed over $4 million to Support Our Troops and Soldier On to care for our Canadian Armed Forces community, their families and the ill and injured. On behalf of our men and women in uniform – who do so much to keep us safe at home and abroad – THANK YOU for Standing With Us!

This includes providing financial assistance to promote family resiliency and to support the recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration of members with a physical and/or mental illness or injury.

Completing Your Virtual Race:

• You may complete your virtual race at any time during the race completion window. You will receive an email when the race has begun with a link to start your race.
• You may re-attempt your race as many times as you want during the completion window.

Via the ASICS Runkeeper App:

1. To complete your virtual race with the Runkeeper app, you will need to download the app and create a free Runkeeper account prior to racing.
2. You will receive an email when the completion window has begun. This email will have a “Start Virtual Run” button. You can also find the button on your Race Roster Participant Dashboard.
3. Once selected, the Runkeeper app will automatically launch.
4. Select “Start your race” on the app, and start racing!

Via a Connected GPS Device:

1. To complete your virtual race with a GPS device, you will need to connect it to the Runkeeper app. You will need to download the app and create a free Runkeeper account prior to racing. You can connect your device to the app through the app settings.
2. You will receive an email when the completion window has begun. This email will have a “Start Virtual Run” button. You can also find the button on your Race Roster Participant Dashboard.
3. Once selected, the Runkeeper app will automatically launch.
4. Select “Link recent activity” on the app, and select the appropriate activity to act as your virtual race.
5. The selected activity must already be on your Runkeeper profile, so please ensure you are already connected to the app prior to your race attempt.

Manual Time Upload:

1. Go to the results page of the event you're participating in.
2. From the results page, click the “Submit a virtual result” button.
3. To confirm your registration enter in your last name and confirmation number, or by signing into your Race Roster account.
4. Once your registration is confirmed, you will be prompted to enter your results and the results of anyone else that was included in your initial registration. You are able to come back at a later time to post additional results.

Surge Activewear

Surge Activewear is the official merchandise supplier for Canada Army Run. To order additional Canada Army Run merchandise, please click here:

HEADSWEATS Race Hat (optional with any registration)

Billions of plastic bottles go into landfills every year. Unifi, a global textile solutions provider, developed REPREVE®, the leading and most trusted branded performance fiber made from recycled materials.

Working with Unifi, the makers of REPREVE®, Headsweats is proud to join this eco-friendly effort by introducing our NEW REPREVE® line of Headwear and Apparel designed with high-quality performance properties.

Running Safety Guidelines:

• Do not gather in groups to complete your virtual race.
• Respect local bylaw and pedestrian laws when training and racing.
• Avoid areas with higher pedestrian traffic, such as city sidewalks or popular trails. Prepare to change your route if your planned route is too congested.
• Only pass people when safe. Slow down or stop when it is unsafe to pass.
• Wear a mask or face covering when running in higher density areas.
• Wear high-visibility clothing whenever possible, and always be mindful of vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Taxes & Fees

• Please note that posted registration fees do not include HST or Race Roster service charges.
• Only online purchases will be accepted. We will not accept cash, cheque or any in-person payments

BMO is the official bank of the Canadian Defence Community.

For more info visit: https://www.bmo.com/main/personal/canadian-defence-community-banking/

Presenting Sponsor:

Sponsors & Partners:

CANADA ARMY RUN 2021
VIRTUAL

Featured Race Distances:

• 5K
• 10K
• Half Marathon
• 5K + 10K Challenge
• 5K + Half Marathon Commander’s Challenges
• Challenge distance events will include entry to both individual races. There is no 15K or 26.1K single distance event for 2021.

Race Dates:
September 10-19

Location:
Anywhere!

Included with registration to any event:

1. Your selection of one exclusive Canada Army Run merchandise item (Surge Activewear shirt or Headsweats race hat)
2. Canada Army Run finisher coin, themed for each race distance
3. Challenge participants will receive a coin for each included event, with a special challenge coin for the combined event theme
4. Monthly training races
5. Access to the official race platform, where you can test yourself or see how you match up with others
6. Virtual Expo, including exclusive offers from our incredible partners
7. The return of our Virtual Remembrance Row, Presented by the Royal Canadian Legion, with the option to include your own nomination