Whiteswan Mile
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Location Saskatoon, SK
- Price $13.02 - $50.87
- Races 5 races
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the thrilling Whiteswan Mile taking place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in beautiful Saskatoon, Saskatchewan! This iconic event celebrates the classic mile distance, challenging runners of all levels to push their limits on a new, flat, and fast course. Not only does this race serve as the Saskatchewan Athletics Road Mile Championships, but it's also an opportunity to support the Huskie Athletics Track and Field and Cross Country Running teams.
Participants can look forward to a day filled with excitement, featuring both the Open Mile and the competitive Invitational Mile. The Open Mile is open to all runners and will have chip timing on a certified course, while the Invitational Mile showcases Western Canada’s top distance runners vying for impressive prize money. With cash prizes for the top three runners in both categories and a velocity bonus for breaking specific records, there's plenty of incentive to give it your all! The event kicks off at Innovation Place, with bib pick-up available the day before, ensuring a seamless race day experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating celebration of speed and community!
Participants can look forward to a day filled with excitement, featuring both the Open Mile and the competitive Invitational Mile. The Open Mile is open to all runners and will have chip timing on a certified course, while the Invitational Mile showcases Western Canada’s top distance runners vying for impressive prize money. With cash prizes for the top three runners in both categories and a velocity bonus for breaking specific records, there's plenty of incentive to give it your all! The event kicks off at Innovation Place, with bib pick-up available the day before, ensuring a seamless race day experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating celebration of speed and community!
Organiser's Description
The Whiteswan MileAn iconic, but perhaps archaic distance in running, the mile has been said to be the true measure of a runner. The Saskatoon Road Runners Association is pleased to present the Whiteswan Road Mile on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Open to all runners, and doubling as the Saskatchewan Athletics Road Mile Championships, this event has been reimagined on a new, flat and fast course. It’s your opportunity to test your mettle against the mile. Funds raised by this event will be used to support the Huskie Athletics Track and Field and Cross Country Running teams. Location: Innovation Place - With parking by 18 Innovation Boulevard, Saskatoon, SKThe Open MileThis event features chip timing on a certified course. Prizes:1st Overall (Male & Female): $1502nd Overall (Male & Female): $1003rd Overall (Male & Female): $50The Invitational MileWestern Canada’s top distance runners will toe the line for the exciting Invitational Mile. This event features chip timing on a certified record-eligible course. Invitational Standards:Men: 4:30 (4:10 1500m)Women: 5:28 (5:04 1500m)Individuals who have met these standards should reach out to our Invitational Event Coordinator at kadennilson99@gmail.com to apply for entrance to the Invitational Events.Invitational Prize Money:1st - $7002nd - $5003rd - $3004th - $2005th - $100A velocity bonus will be provided to the Invitational Mile Champions if they break the velocity standards set out below:Male - 4:00Female - 4:36 Entry FeeOpen (age-class) Mile: Before May 7, 2026: $35.00 plus taxes & Race Roster processing fee.After May 7, 2026: $45.00 plus taxes & Race Roster processing fee.SRRA members receive a $10.00 discount.Kids (8-12): $10.00 (no SRRA discount) plus taxes and Race Roster processing fee.Invitational Athletes: Complimentary Sponsored EntryScheduleSaturday, July 11, 2026Bib Pick-up: Bib pick-up at Brainsport (616 10th Street East, Saskatoon, SK) from 1:00PM to 3:00 PM on Saturday, July 11, 2026.Sunday, July 12, 20268:45 - 9:15 Last-minute bib pickup at the start line10:00 AM Open Mile 1 (seed times of 7:15 or greater)10:15 AM Open Mile 2 (seed times of 7:15 or faster)10:30 AM Kid's Half Mile (ages 8-12)10:45 AM Women's Invitational Mile11:00 AM Men's Invitational Mile11:15 AM Announcement of winners and awards. Snacks and refreshments.Contact InformationLyndon Smithlyndonbsmith@gmail.com
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