Run for the Frontline

This is a timed 5KM/10KM 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 back to Boots on the Ground for 2026! In 2024 proceeds went to Project Mental Wellness, and Three Oaks Cabin. In 2025 proceeds were donated to Boots on the Ground (Ontario).There are two exciting additions for this year:A 10KM distance for those who are looking to work towards a challenge. This route will still include the scenic route of the 5 KM.GUARDIAN CUP - Team Challenge. This is for teams of 4 who would like their chance at the trophy for 2026. What does this encompass? Well you just need yourself and three others to sign up together, come up with a team name, and then show up on race day and participate. Your team members do not need to run together for the duration of the run, they just need to cross the finish line. All 4 times will be added together and the average time will be taken. Whatever team has the fastest average takes the cup (and bragging rights). Teams will have their names added to the trophy. You do not need to be a first responder/frontline worker in order to register a team. *Please note that this challenge is only available to the 5 KM distance.There will also be:5 KM distance - which includes a scenic run through and around Canatara Park.1 KM FUN RUN FOR KIDS - this is a FREE (not timed) run that loops one time around the Terry Fox Loop. This is for kids 12 and under at the time of the event.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! Strollers and wagons are welcome.SCHEDULE:Friday October 2, 20265-7pm: RACE KIT PICK UPRace shirts and BIBS/CHIP will be available for pick up. *This will occur at 546 Christina Street N, unit 401A. Enter through the rear of the building, take elevator to the 4th floor.Saturday October 3, 20269-11am: RACE KIT PICK UPRace shirts and BIBS/CHIP will be available for pick up. *This will occur at 546 Christina Street N, unit 401A. Enter through the rear of the building, take elevator to the 4th floor.Sunday October 4, 20268:30-9:40: RACE KIT PICK UP at the start line (Canatara Park - Terry Fox Loop). Please plan to come early for kit pick up, stay and have some coffee (Lazy Wave Coffee), snacks, conversation with various vendors (Spliced by Steph (permanent jewelry), IVEGOTYOURBACK911, CK Rucksack March for Remembrance on behalf of Wounded Warriors, Boots on the Ground, Your Frontline Realtors, Operation Talk 2 Me Johnny, Lambton OPP, Sarnia Fire and much more.**9:45 am: opening ceremony and warm up.1 KM race will start at 10:00 AM promptly - this is a free event for children ages 12 years and under (finishers challenge coin will be provided). This is not a timed event.10 KM race will start at 10:15 AM promptly - any age and ability welcome! All participants in this race will receive a finishers challenge coin and limited edition t-shirt.5 KM race will start at 10:30 AM promptly - any age and ability welcome! All participants in this race will receive a finishers challenge coin and limited edition t-shirt.Prizes/Wrap Up will occur around 11:45 am. Please plan to hang around as there will be lots of different vendors, snacks, coffee, and fun things for the kiddos. We will be located right by the beach, so weather dependent stay for a cold plunge after!**Unfortunately no refunds can be offered at this time and no BIB transfers**Please contact Brittany at frontlinecounsellingservices@gmail.com with any questions about this run.****Any participants who register AFTER September 14 will not receive a shirt