Race to End Homelessness

Saturday, October 4, 2025 Past event
Ottawa, Ontario
CA$30.44–CA$58.62 · 3 races
1km, 5km, 10km

Event summary

Join the vibrant community of Ottawa on Saturday, October 4, 2025, for the Race to End Homelessness, an inspiring event designed to raise awareness and funds for the pressing housing crisis affecting our city. Participants can choose from three exciting distances: a challenging 10K, a spirited 5K, or a fun-filled 1K run/walk, all starting at the RA Centre, located at 2451 Riverside Drive. The 1K event kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5K and 10K at 9:30 AM.

This event not only promotes a sense of community but also serves a vital purpose — to highlight the urgent need for safe and affordable housing for everyone. As you lace up your running shoes and hit the course, you’ll be part of a movement that aims to create a future where no one is left without a home. Participants will receive a Race to End Homelessness t-shirt, a personalized race bib, professional timing, and post-race refreshments. Don't miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and purpose in beautiful Ottawa!

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Organiser's description

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2025
10K, 5K, and 1K run/walk
RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr.
1K: 9:00 AM / 5K & 10K: 9:30 AMIn a city as vibrant as Ottawa, no one should be without a safe, affordable place to call home. Yet every day, more individuals and families are pushed to the margins by a growing housing crisis.That’s why the Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa, together with its members and partners, is launching the Race to End Homelessness — a powerful new 10K, 5K, and 1K run/walk event that aims to educate, engage, and unite the community around one critical goal: a future where everyone has a home.Why We RunEach step taken on October 4 will shine a spotlight on the urgent need for safe, affordable housing and the real stories behind the statistics. As a participant you will not only experience a powerful day of action and awareness — you’ll become part of the solution.Included in your registration:A Race to End Homelessness t-shirt!A personalized race bibProfessional race timingPost-race snacks and beveragesFree downloadable race photosA good feeling from knowing you're making a real difference!Race Kit Pick-up and onsite registration: Friday, October 3, 4:00-7:00pm
RA Centre — West LobbySaturday, October 4, 8:00 am
RA Centre (race site) — East Wing

The Alliance to End Homelessness Ottawa represents over 75 agencies working to end homelessness in our city. We coordinate, advocate and mobilize key players for a city-wide approach to ending homelessness.
Other communities are ending homelessness in Canada, we can too. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Location

RA Centre, Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON, Canada

2451 Riverside Dr., Ottawa, ON, K1H 7X7, CA

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