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. It is organized to honor first responders and to raise funds and awareness for related charities. Fundraising partners include the Canadian Mental Health Association - BC Division, Wounded Warriors Canada, and the Canadian Mental Health Association Vancouver Fraser; the public goal is CA$12,500 and CA$104.38 has been raised so far.

Distances offered

  • 21K (half marathon)
  • 10K
  • Frontline 5K

Entry packages include a short-sleeve cotton running shirt (sizes not guaranteed after October 15), a finisher medal, chip timing with live results (subject to minimum participation), fully stocked aid stations, and post-race snacks. Draw prize eligibility is noted.

Team entries are available for the 21 km and 10 km events. Teams consist of four runners, all run the full course together, and this is not a relay. Team results are calculated as the average of the four individual times; if one or more members do not participate or finish, remaining members receive individual results only.

Registration notes state age minimums for the 21 km and 10 km, a requirement to show photo ID at check-in, and a strict policy that entries are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
21k
10 km
10k
5 km
Frontline 5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Trail races at Golden Ears Provincial Park with kids runs plus Sport, Enduro and Grit distances. On course aid and a guided hiking division are available and optional finisher medals can be purchased.

Trail races from Capilano University lands in Squamish offering 18 km and 35 km looped courses with substantial ascent and technical sections, plus a non-competitive kids race of about 1 km.

An unofficial trail event at Langdale Ferry Terminal on May 9 with a Brooks-sponsored Strava segment challenge through May. Prizes, a one time 15% in-store discount for segment entries, and post-run shop rewards.

A day at Sasamat Lake featuring open water swims, several SwimRun formats and a new 10K trail race. Distances range from a 1K swim and a 3.5K SwimRun Try It to a 13K SwimRun and 13K relay teams.

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