5K + 10K
In-Person Event
Start Times
Sunday, November 6, 2022
07:00 a.m. – Canada Army Run Official Opening Ceremonies
5K, presented by General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada (including 5K portion of the 5K + 10K Challenge)
08:45 a.m. – Start for Soldier On Wave
09:00 a.m. – Mass Start
10K, presented by Accora Village (including 10K portion of the 5K + 10K Challenge)
09:45 a.m. – Start for Ill and Injured Soldiers/Athletes with Disabilities
010:00 a.m. – Mass Start
Race Kit Pick-Up
During Canada Army Run Weekend, you (or someone you delegate) may pick up your Race Kit during the hours listed below. Each kit will include a Canada Army Run technical t-shirt and race bib.
If someone is picking up your race kit, please ensure they have a forwarded copy of your emailed event confirmation or pre-race email (print or mobile).
Times for Race-Kit Pick-Up:
Friday, November 4
11:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. *
Cartier Square Drill Hall
2 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
Ottawa, ON
K2P 2H9
Saturday, November 5
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. *
Cartier Square Drill Hall
2 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
Ottawa, ON
K2P 2H9
We recommend that you also have photo identification with you in case clarification is needed.
*times may be subject to change
Course Information
2022 Course Map
Routes are subject to change.
Along the Course
The courses include:
- Markers at each kilometre
- Water Stations
- Portable toilets near each aid station
above information is subject to change
Finish & Recovery
You’ve done it! You’ve crossed the finish line. Congratulations! People on the sidelines are cheering. Military leaders and other VIPs are giving high-fives. And photographers are taking pictures (don’t forget to smile!). Now what? Don’t stop! Keep moving down the finish line chute, where a uniformed Canadian soldier will place a finisher’s medal around your neck – a definite highlight for many. Relish the moment and then continue to the recovery area for refreshments. Once you’ve refuelled and re-energized, stick around and enjoy the Army Run weekend festivities!
Baggage Check
Canada Army Run offers a complimentary baggage check available to all participants located on site on race day. There will be signs directing you to this free service. All runners will receive a free race bag in their race kit. For the sake of convenience, space and time, it will be the only bag accepted at the volunteer-run bag check this year. Baggage check will open at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday morning prior to the start of the opening ceremonies.
Sunday, November 6
7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cartier Square Drill Hall
2 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
Ottawa, ON
K2P 2H9
Walkers, Strollers & Pets
Walkers and Strollers ARE Welcome! Walkers and strollers are welcome in all events. For your safety and the safety of others, however, please start in the last corral (red corral) and be careful of other participants. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY EVENT. Service animals are welcome.
BMO Kids Zone
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m – Ottawa City Hall (Marion Dewar Plaza).
This fun, interactive area will be filled with free activities and refreshments for kids and families. Bounce on one of the play structures, make your way through an obstacle course as part of the Juno Challenge (in partnership with OCR Academy), sit in an Army truck with one of the soldiers and get your face painted! These are just some of the fun things happening in the BMO Kids’ Zone. You’ll also have a chance to meet Juno, the Canadian Army mascot, BMO Bear and some of their other furry friends. Hope to see you there!
Expo
Hours
Friday, November 4: 11:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 5: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cartier Square Drill Hall
2 Queen Elizabeth Driveway
Ottawa, ON
K2P 2H9
Military Equipment Display, Military Re-Enactors and Historical Displays
When the Canadian Army needs to get from one place to another, it depends on its highly versatile collection of vehicles. Throughout Canada Army Run Weekend, you’ll have a chance to see lots of Army vehicles and other equipment. Check them out and take the opportunity to chat with the soldiers who use this equipment on the job every day.
Throughout the years and the many wars and conflict, Canada’s military participated with honour and distinction. To help preserve our history and remember the past, re-enactors and historical enthusiasts collect and display authentic antique and professionally reproduced military uniforms and equipment. There will be a number of re-enactors dressed in First World War, Second World War and other military uniforms on the grounds of Ottawa City Hall. Also showcased will be impressive static displays of military memorabilia presented by private historical collectors.
Bike Parking
Hours of Operation:
Friday Nov 4 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday Nov 5 9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Sunday Nov 6 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Ottawa City Hall
Bike racks will be made available throughout Army Run weekend. This area is unsupervised and self-serve – please ensure you bring your lock, and note that event organizers will not be held responsible for lost or stolen items.
Virtual Information
5K + 10K Challenge
Established in 2017, take part in one of Canada’s largest and most unique race experiences!
- We welcome participants and athletes of all abilities and fitness levels
- Take part in each of the 5K and 10K events under one registration.
- Complete each distance in any order, at any time during the race window.
- Challenge yourself to the finish line, or see how you compete with others on our global leaderboard for each race
- Participate solo, or create a team for your family, friends or co-workers
- Upload results with the ASICS Runkeeper App, a connected fitness device, or manual time upload.
- Race outside on your own route, or indoor on a treadmill
- Your registration fee includes taxes, your race kit featuring exclusive Canada Army Run merchandise and finisher’s coins, and race kit shipping anywhere in Canada
- Includes additional access to our exclusive training events, and upcoming distance challenges.
- Participants will receive finisher coins for the 5K, 10K, and an exclusive challenge coin