Whiteswan Mile
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Location Saskatoon, SK
- Price $13.02 - $40.06
- Races 5 races
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating Whiteswan Mile, taking place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in beautiful Saskatoon, Saskatchewan! This iconic event celebrates the age-old tradition of the mile run, inviting runners of all levels to challenge themselves on a newly reimagined, flat, and fast course. The Whiteswan Mile serves not only as an open competition but also as the Saskatchewan Athletics Road Mile Championships, making it a must-attend for both seasoned racers and enthusiastic newcomers.
Participants can choose from various race options, including the Open Mile, which features chip timing on a certified course, and the highly competitive Invitational Mile, showcasing Western Canada’s top distance runners. With generous cash prizes for overall winners and non-cash awards for top finishers in age categories, there's plenty of incentive to push your limits. Plus, funds raised from the event will support the Huskie Athletics Track and Field and Cross Country Running teams, adding a community spirit to this exciting day of racing. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this thrilling event—mark your calendars and get ready to run the mile on July 12!
Participants can choose from various race options, including the Open Mile, which features chip timing on a certified course, and the highly competitive Invitational Mile, showcasing Western Canada’s top distance runners. With generous cash prizes for overall winners and non-cash awards for top finishers in age categories, there's plenty of incentive to push your limits. Plus, funds raised from the event will support the Huskie Athletics Track and Field and Cross Country Running teams, adding a community spirit to this exciting day of racing. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this thrilling event—mark your calendars and get ready to run the mile on July 12!
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. The Open MileThis event features chip timing on a certified course. Prizes:1st Overall (Male & Female): $1502nd Overall (Male & Female): $1003rd Overall (Male & Female): $50Non-cash prizes will be provided for the top male and female finishers in U20, 20-34, and all masters categories. Gender-diverse runners are also welcome, but are not eligible for age-class awards at this time. The 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: Innovation Place - With parking by 18 Innovation Boulevard, Saskatoon, SKSunday, July 12, 20268:45 - 9:15 Last-minute bib pickup at the start line9:30 Open Mile 1 (seed times of 8:30 or greater)9:45 Open Mile 2 (seed times between 7:15 and 8:30)10:00 Open Mile 3 (seed times between 6:15 and 7:15)10:15 Open Mile 4 (seed times between 5:30 and 6:15)10:30 Open Elite (seed times of 5:30 or faster)10:45 Kid's Half Mile (ages 8-12)11:00 Women's Invitational Mile11:15 Men's Invitational Mile11:45 Announcement of winners and award presentations to finishers in each age category. Prediction Mile Winners announced. Snacks and refreshments.Contact InformationLyndon Smithlyndonbsmith@gmail.com
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