The Go For the Burn Run is a 10K, 5K run/walk, or a 3K youth race, open to all levels of runners. The event is a fundraiser for the Burn Survivor Society, as well as a way to encourage the community of survivors to be active, healthy, and to achieve their best physical condition. **2020 cancelled
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Bear Mountain is a true gem that many in the Fraser Valley running community adore. With challenging climbs and flowy single track, you’ll be inspired regardless of the distance you choose. The 21K route also showcases neighbouring, Red Mountain, giving runners a great taste of the beautiful Fraser Valley location. All the routes are loop-based and will tour through mossy forests, tall trees, and openings displaying the surrounding mountain ranges.
With almost 2600 meters of climbing and descent through the rough and rugged North Shore Mountains of British Columbia, Buckin’ Hell earns its name. The race starts and finishes oceanside in the stunning Panorama Park and runners ascend Mount Seymour while travelling through remnants of old growth forest before enjoying magnificent mountain views. Buckin’ Hell is an absolute showcase of some of the best trails and vantage points that Vancouver’s North Shore has to offer. Distance options include a 30K…
Survival of the Fittest is a fantastic loop from the incredibly scenic Quest University lands in Squamish, BC. A sustained climb off the start will bring you to a waterfall within the first few kilometers. As you continue to ascend the views become ever more impressive as you gaze across the valley at the dominant Tantalus Mountain Range. Once you top out on The Climb Trail you’ll have predominantly sweet singletrack all the way home.
Up the Creek is a 5K or 10K race starting at Hyde Creek Recreational Centre in Port Coquitlam. The out and back course takes runners along the Traboulay PoCo Trail. ** 2020 Race Postponed
Halifax Independent School’s Ocean Breeze Trail Run offers runners the unique opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a trail run without having to partake in specific trail run training. Hosted at the Atlantic View Trail, runners who are new to trail running will find an easy transition from traditional paved surfaces to this spacious, crusher-dust surface. The event offers a competitive (timed) 10K or 5K, or an non-timed 5K and 2K kids run. Fee(s) $45-50(10K); $40-45(5K)
Crosswinds Occupational Activity Center is a non-profit organization in the Sussex area that provides services to individuals with disabilities. Across Town for Crosswinds will be the kick-off to Disability Awareness Week. Proceeds from the event will assist with additional costs to support the organization. Runners and walkers will enjoy scenic views along routes in Sussex, Sussex Corner and Roachville. **2020 event cancelled
The Edmonton Gorilla Run is about community, and saving a species from going extinct. Through the Edmonton Gorilla Run, the Mountain Gorilla Conservation Society of Canada, MGCSC, raises funds to train Wildlife Health experts. Gorilla Runs happen in Canada, US and Europe. Choose between 5K or 10K distances options, bring the family, and dress up like a gorilla. **2020 event cancelled
This holiday themed run offers a 5K/10K/15K Big Elf Run/Walk as well as a 1K Wee Elf Run/Walk around scenic Stanley Park. Run with hundreds of elves, enjoy a DJ, “elfie station”, prize giveaways, vendors and more. The Big Elf Run tours picturesque Stanley Park. Starting at Lumberman’s Arch, the course winds its way along trails surrounded by old oak trees before looping onto the seawall with hallmark views of Coal Harbour and the Burrard Inlet. With few inclines and…
The Nipika Mountain Resort hosts the Crazy Soles Nipika Trail Run. The run course is set along a beautiful flowy single track with views of the Kootenay River and the Cross River plus the surrounding mountains along the way. The 25K course incorporates a 10K and a 15K loop, all along the Kootenay and Cross Rivers. The 10K is a predominantly single track loop, and the 5K incorporates some single track and stay very close to the Nipika Meadow area.…