Trail Running Calendar Canada 2026-2027

Le Jackatrail 2026 takes place on September 26 at Parc Régional de la Montagne du Diable. Distances range from 1 km to a new 65 km Défi des Chutes, with specific fees and change rules for each event.

A colourful powder run on sandy trails at Temiskaming Nordic with distances from 1 km to 15 km. Group warm-up and a shirt are included and timed results require wearing a bib.

Run a 6.706 km loop each hour on a gentle Brackley Beach course, with space for crew stations and proceeds supporting local charities and sporting groups.

A self supported two day stage on the Mantario Trail covering 64 km with an overnight camp at Moosehead Lake. Runners must navigate an unmarked, often wet and rocky route while carrying all their gear.

A point to point trail near Whistler offering a 9 km runner route and a 7.5 km walking option from Cheakamus to Cal Cheak campground. Registration fees support the Engaruka boarding school in Tanzania.

A 16 km mountain challenge in Nelson BC on September 26, 2026, held ahead of National Truth and Reconciliation Day. The non-profit event climbs about 1200 m and donates proceeds to the Sinixt Confederacy and Pulpit Rock Trail Society.

The 9th XC des Boisés in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies offers forest courses of 2 km, 5 km and 10 km on fast, low elevation terrain. All event profits will be donated to the Fondation Charles-Bruneau.

Trail event in Wendake on September 26, 2026 focused on reconciliation. Distances range from 1 km to 21 km with Onhwa Lumina segments plus artisan and family areas.

Trail races at Springwater Conservation Area in Aylmer on September 26, 2026 offer 8k, 16k, 24k and an 8k night race with mandatory headlamps. Entries include park admission and part of proceeds support the Children's Health Foundation.

A philanthropic trail event on September 26, 2026 at Montagne de Val‑Saint‑Côme supporting physician mental health. Multiple formats include 15 km, timed 3 h and 6 h options, team relays and a 1 km kids race.

A 24 hours ski hill climb at Rabbit Hill Snow Resort where participants match the elevation of a famous mountain and raise funds for a Canadian charity. Teams or solo entries are available with onsite amenities.

Trail race on the crushed-stone Prescott-Russell route between St. Eugene and Hammond, offering distances from 12 km to 100 km with frequent aid stations and solo or relay options.

Loop based backyard ultra at Albion Hills with two alternating 6.7 km loops over mixed trail terrain. Multiple formats include solo, two person relay, two person team, 12 hour and 6 hour options.

Trail running in Kenna Cartwright Park offers 5 km, 10 km and 21 km options across mixed roots, rock and dirt trails with double track and single track sections. Expect park views, sagebrush and possible wildlife sightings.

Final race of the 5 Peaks Northern Alberta series at Devon Lions Campground, offering single-track loops of 8, 16 and 24 km plus kids races. The route features a ridge climb, single-track descent and riverside hard-packed finish.

A trail race at Forests for the World offering 5 km and 10 km courses that pass Shane Lake and the Blue Spruce trail. Members register free and the 10 km turnaround includes a water station.

Albion Ascent is a transit friendly chip timed urban trail race in Hamilton offering 21k, 10k, 5k and kids runs. Routes go through King's Forest, the Bruce Trail and past waterfalls, toque included and medals optional.

A trail event at the Donkey Sanctuary of Canada on September 27, 2026 offering a 5 km and a 1 km option, fundraising for the sanctuary. Registration fee is CA$40 per entry.

Marathon Mont-Hereford on 27 September 2026 in East Hereford QC features trail races from 1 km to the marathon, a relay and a children's race. The event is listed with ITRA as 1 point and 4 mountain points.

Family oriented forest running in Mascouche on 27 September 2026 with distances from 500 m to 10 km, team relay and funrun canicross. Organized by ASC Coaching and presented by Évolution Physio.