Vancouver First Responders Trail Run

Vancouver, Canada • 1 Nov 2026

2026 Vancouver First Responders Half Marathon - Trail Edition

The event takes place on November 1, 2026 at Sasamat Trail, West 16th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada. It focuses on recognition and awareness of first responders and supports several fundraising organizations.

Offered race distances include:

  • 21K half marathon on trail
  • 10K on trail
  • Frontline 5K

Entry packages include a short-sleeve cotton running shirt (sizes not guaranteed for registrations after October 15), a finisher medal, chip timing with live results (subject to minimum participation; manual timing may be used), fully stocked aid stations, post-race snacks, and eligibility for draw prizes.

Team options are available for the 21K and 10K: teams of four run together; this is not a relay and team results are calculated as the average of individual times. A Run for Charity option offers a reduced entry fee in exchange for a fundraising commitment of at least CA$400.

Organizational notes: online registration closes October 31, 2026; 5% GST and online processing fees apply; all entries are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable. Fundraising partners include the Canadian Mental Health Association and Wounded Warriors Canada; current fundraising shows CA$241.71 raised toward a CA$12,500 goal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Frontline 5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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A 21 km trail loop around Mt. Gardner on Bowen Island with a relay option, held on the Labour Day long weekend and sanctioned by BC Athletics.

A lap based trail running challenge at Smoke Bluffs Park in Squamish on September 5 2026, with 3HR solo and team options, a Coffee Run lap and a 1 km Little Lapper for kids.

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