Polar Bear Run - Fergus
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Polar Bear Run 2027
The Polar Bear Run takes place on January 30, 2027 in Fergus and Elora, Ontario, with races held from trails around the Grand River and nearby forested areas. The event offers multiple trail distances.
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon (21.1 km)
Course terrain includes snow-covered trails, forest paths and riverside sections. The route description notes packed snow, icy sections and varied trail surfaces that run through the Fergus and Elora trail systems. Parking is listed at 35 Farley Road, Fergus (Grace Christian Fellowship).
Race services and post-race items include a T-shirt, chip timing for official results, a finisher medal, post-race hot drinks such as coffee, tea and hot chocolate, plus prizes and snacks. The event program includes an award ceremony with medals for each participant and a trophy awarded to the fastest male and fastest female, along with additional prizes.
The event is organized as a fundraiser for Servant's Heart Ministry with a stated goal of CA$35,000 to purchase a dedicated food delivery truck. Servant's Heart provides food hampers to nearly 100 families every two weeks and holds a free clothing market three times per year. All proceeds from the event are directed to the ministry's stated fundraising goal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
