Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Port Alberni

Port Alberni, Canada • 6 Jun 2026

Vancouver Island Trail Running Series - Port Alberni 2026

The Port Alberni stop of the Vancouver Island Trail Running Series takes place on June 6, 2026, at E.J. Dunn Elementary School on Argyle Street in Port Alberni, BC, Canada. The event uses local trail networks and the start and finish are at E.J. Dunn Elementary School. A post-race barbeque is scheduled at the event.

Courses, fees and fundraising

Course distances listed by the organizer:

  • 22 km - ~530 m vertical gain
  • 10 km - ~250 m vertical gain

A kids race is offered. Online registration opens December 5, 2025 and will close at 11:59 p.m. on June 4, 2026. Published registration fees (Canadian funds) include scheduled price increases: Short Course fees are $68.69 (Dec 5–May 22), $90.90 (May 22–Jun 4), and a race-day fee of $120. Long Course fees are $79.80 (Dec 5–May 22), $102.00 (May 22–Jun 4), and a race-day fee of $140. The kids race fee is listed as $13.14 for the registration window shown. A 5% GST and an online processing fee apply at checkout. Accepted payment cards include VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.

A fundraising organization listed for the event is Alberni Valley Rescue Squad, with $75 raised toward a $2,000 goal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

22 km
Long Course - 22k
10 km
Short Course - 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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