Conquer The Canuck

Cambridge, Canada • 9 May 2026

Event overview

Conquer The Canuck is a trail race held in Cambridge, Ontario on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The event takes place at Shades Mills Conservation Area, with the site listed as 450 Avenue Road, Cambridge. The race includes multiple formats run on a 6.25 km loop and operates as an organised trail running event with on-site snacks mentioned.

Distances, fees and policies

Distances offered:

  • 12.5 km - 2 x 6.25 km loop
  • 25 km - 4 x 6.25 km loop
  • 50 km - 8 x 6.25 km loop
  • 12 hour individual event
  • 12 hour relay team event

The 12 hour relay allows teams of 2-4 runners; the team captain registers and receives access codes so other runners can join without paying the full fee. Registration uses tiered pricing periods and fees are shown before HST is applied at checkout. Cancellations before January 1, 2026 receive a 50% refund of registration costs (processing fee excluded). Cancellations from January 1 to April 1, 2026 receive a 25% refund. No refunds are provided after April 1, 2026, but bib transfers to another participant are allowed up to five days before the race. The event lists fundraising for KidsAbility with a stated goal of $5,000 and funds raised shown. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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