Take It In Strides Run 2025

#TAKEITINSTRIDESRUN | September 7, 2025

WHAT IS THE “TAKE IT IN STRIDES RUN”?Join us for the third annual Take It In Strides Run, a powerful community event dedicated to honouring loved ones lost to suicide and raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.Over the past two years, thanks to your incredible support, we’ve raised more than $100,000. This year, let’s come together once again to create an even greater impact.ABOUT THE EVENTTake It In Strides is more than a run—it's a movement. Whether you choose to:Run 5 km or 10 kmWalk 3 kmOr participate virtually from anywhere doing any activity that holds meaning for you.Every step you take is in tribute to those we’ve lost and a show of support for those still fighting.This event brings people together to:Support individuals battling mental health challengesEmpower loved ones with resources to provide helpRaise critical funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and the Children’s Centre Foundation (CCF)We are also partnering with organizations like the Children’s Centre Thunder Bay and CMHA to offer free online workshops and training sessions ahead of the event, focused on suicide prevention and education.LOAD UP ON CARBS!We’re excited to host a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the CMHA (200 Van Norman St). Join us for a night of connection, remembrance, and community spirit.EVENT DETAILSDate: Sunday, September 7, 2025
Location: Boulevard Lake, Thunder Bay
Check-In Opens: 8:30 AM
Run/Walk Starts: 9:30 AM
Virtual Participation: Join us from anywhere in the world with your own meaningful activity.Take It In Strides 2025 via STRAVA - https://www.strava.com/clubs/1438372HOW TO GET INVOLVED🔹 Register online as an individual or a team (see top-right of this page)
🔹 Fundraise using our online tools or printable donation form
🔹 Volunteer to help on event day — high school students can earn volunteer hours!
🔹 Choose your way to move: 5k run, 10k run, 3k walk, or a virtual activity of your choice
🔹 Participate in suicide prevention workshops (details to come)
🔹 Share a photo of a loved one for our online gallery and Memorial Wall
🔹 Capture the moment by snapping a photo at the finish lineADDITIONAL WAYS TO PARTICIPATE💙 Commemorate a Loved One
Submit a name and photo to our online memorial gallery by Friday, Sept. 5, so we can honour them during the event.Spread the Word on Social Media
Share a message of hope or photo using #takeitinstridesrun.
Use our social media kit or create your own inspiring content!Become a Sponsor
Interested in supporting the event as a sponsor?
Contact us at [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities.Together, we can break the silence, foster understanding, and take meaningful strides toward a world where mental health is prioritized and no one struggles alone.