2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Location Ottawa, ON
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating showdown at the 2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the vibrant ByWard Market in Ottawa! Kick off the excitement as teams of ten gather at 6:00 PM for check-in, leading up to the main event at 7:00 PM, where strength, teamwork, and community spirit will be on full display. This electrifying competition features teams racing side-by-side to pull two Ottawa Fire Services trucks toward the finish line, all while raising essential funds for local causes.
As part of the Bytown 200th celebrations and in partnership with Nuit Blanche Ottawa/Gatineau, the Fire Truck Pull promises thrilling challenges, including the Shawn Mathieson First Responder Challenge and the Armed Forces Challenge, which showcase the might of first responders and veterans. With ZERO registration fees, teams commit to fundraising a minimum of $1,000, supporting vital organizations like Epilepsy Ottawa and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation. Join us for a night of fierce competition, camaraderie, and community spirit that you won’t want to miss!
As part of the Bytown 200th celebrations and in partnership with Nuit Blanche Ottawa/Gatineau, the Fire Truck Pull promises thrilling challenges, including the Shawn Mathieson First Responder Challenge and the Armed Forces Challenge, which showcase the might of first responders and veterans. With ZERO registration fees, teams commit to fundraising a minimum of $1,000, supporting vital organizations like Epilepsy Ottawa and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation. Join us for a night of fierce competition, camaraderie, and community spirit that you won’t want to miss!
Organiser's Description
September 26, 2026 NEW TIME & LOCATION: Byward Market @ 7:00 PM
Two Trucks. One Historic Showdown!The 2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull will transform the ByWard Market into a thrilling showcase of strength, teamwork, and community spirit. Presented as part of the Bytown 200th celebrations and in partnership with Nuit Blanche Ottawa/Gatineau, the event will feature an electrifying head-to-head competition where teams race side-by-side while pulling two Ottawa Fire Services trucks toward the finish line.Event Details:When: Saturday, September 26, 2026. Team check-in begins at 6:00 PM; competition begins at 7:00 PM.Where: Byward Market, Ottawa, OntarioTeams will compete to see who can pull the truck the fastest, raise the most money for important local causes, and demonstrate the most team spirit.ZERO registration fee - teams commit to fundraising a minimum of $1000!
Signature Challenges:Teams of ten will test their might against each other and across a variety of spirited categories, including:Shawn Mathieson First Responder Challenge – Teams with ≥50% first responders or trainees race to pull the truck fastestArmed Forces Challenge – For teams with ≥50% Canadian Armed Forces members or traineesCoast to Coast Open Challenge – A nationwide competition pitting cities, provinces and territories against each other in a national showdownBeast Mode Invitational Challenge – Past champions from across the country go head-to-headThe Community Challenge invites all other teams who don't qualify for the Signature Challenges. Plus traditional Women’s, Mixed, and Open divisions.
The 2026 event will raise vital funds to support Epilepsy Ottawa, the only organization in the region that provides education, advocacy, and support for over 10,000 people in the region living with epilepsy, and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation, which delivers critical mental health and resilience resources for first responders, veterans, retirees, and their families.
Two Trucks. One Historic Showdown!The 2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull will transform the ByWard Market into a thrilling showcase of strength, teamwork, and community spirit. Presented as part of the Bytown 200th celebrations and in partnership with Nuit Blanche Ottawa/Gatineau, the event will feature an electrifying head-to-head competition where teams race side-by-side while pulling two Ottawa Fire Services trucks toward the finish line.Event Details:When: Saturday, September 26, 2026. Team check-in begins at 6:00 PM; competition begins at 7:00 PM.Where: Byward Market, Ottawa, OntarioTeams will compete to see who can pull the truck the fastest, raise the most money for important local causes, and demonstrate the most team spirit.ZERO registration fee - teams commit to fundraising a minimum of $1000!
Signature Challenges:Teams of ten will test their might against each other and across a variety of spirited categories, including:Shawn Mathieson First Responder Challenge – Teams with ≥50% first responders or trainees race to pull the truck fastestArmed Forces Challenge – For teams with ≥50% Canadian Armed Forces members or traineesCoast to Coast Open Challenge – A nationwide competition pitting cities, provinces and territories against each other in a national showdownBeast Mode Invitational Challenge – Past champions from across the country go head-to-headThe Community Challenge invites all other teams who don't qualify for the Signature Challenges. Plus traditional Women’s, Mixed, and Open divisions.
The 2026 event will raise vital funds to support Epilepsy Ottawa, the only organization in the region that provides education, advocacy, and support for over 10,000 people in the region living with epilepsy, and the Ottawa First Responders Foundation, which delivers critical mental health and resilience resources for first responders, veterans, retirees, and their families.
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2026 Ottawa Fire Truck Pull
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55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON, Canada
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