5k Run for the Frontline

Sunday, October 5, 2025 Past event

Sarnia, Ontario

2 races

1km, 5km

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating 5km Run for the Frontline on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, in beautiful Sarnia, Lambton! This timed 5KM run is a heartfelt tribute to our dedicated First Responders and Frontline Workers, including police, firefighters, paramedics, nurses, and many more who tirelessly support our community. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a scenic walk through Canatara Park, this event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.

Kick off your day with the 1KM fun run for kids at 10:00 AM, a free event for children aged 12 and under, followed by the main 5KM race at 10:15 AM. Every participant will receive a finisher's medal and a limited edition t-shirt, with guaranteed sizes for those who register by September 15th. Plus, all proceeds will benefit the BOOTS ON THE GROUND charity, specifically their therapist fund supporting our heroes. Don’t miss out; come early to pick up your race kit, enjoy pre-race stretches, and explore various booths set up at the park. Let’s run together to honor those who serve our community!

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5k Run/Walk

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1k FUN RUN for KIDS

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Organiser's description

This is a timed 5KM run to honour and support First Responders and Frontline Workers in our community (meaning anyone who supports/helps others such as but not limited to; police, fire, paramedics, corrections, CBSA, dispatch/telecommunications, military/veterans, social workers, CYCPs, nurses, doctors, tow truck drivers, child protection workers, PSWs and many many more. If you are not a first responder or frontline worker, this event is still for you! This is an opportunity to come out and connect with those in the community who spend their life helping others. This race will take place in Canatara Park (starting and ending at the Terry Fox loop) with a scenic run through. Proceeds from this run will go to charity, and this year another charity that directly supports first responders and frontline workers has been chosen! BOOTS ON THE GROUND (Ontario) (specifically their therapist fund) is the chosen charity for the 2025 proceeds.There are two distances (5 KM and 1 KM). Don't want to run? That's no problem, you are more than welcome to walk. Service animals and dogs are more than welcome to join along!1 KM race will start at 10:00 AM promptly - this is a free event for children ages 12 years and under (participation ribbons will be provided).5 KM race will start at 10:15 AM promptly - any age and ability welcome! All participants in this race will receive a finishers medal and limited edition t-shirt.**Please note that shirt sizes are only guaranteed to participants who have signed up BEFORE SEPTEMBER 15 (5KM). After this date there will NOT be shirts available.Race Day Schedule:There will be a variety of booths/tables set up. Please come early and stay after the run to check these out!8:15 AM - 9:40 AM - RACE KIT PICK UP (at the Terry Fox loop) **Please ensure that you come early to pick up your race kit and chip (there may be long lines)9:50 AM - Pre-Race stretch10:00 AM - 1 KM kids fun run START (12 years and under)10:15 AM - 5 KM run/walk START11:00 AM (ish) - Prizes **New and improved race route for the 5KM distance**Unfortunately no refunds can be offered at this time and no BIB transfers**Please contact Brittany at [email protected] with any questions about this run.