BRIGHT Run

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2026

BRIGHT Run is a family-friendly, non competitive 1 km and 5 km walk or run at Christie Lake Conservation Area that raises funds for local breast cancer research in Hamilton. The event is volunteer run and proceeds support local research projects.

Sat 12 Sep 2026

Central Hamilton, Ontario

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5 kilometers

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BRIGHT Run

BRIGHT Run is a family-friendly, non competitive event that benefits local breast cancer research in Hamilton. It is held at Christie Lake Conservation Area on the first Saturday after Labour Day. The edition noted is the 19th, taking place on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

The event offers short-distance walk or run options. Every dollar raised by participants is directed to local breast cancer research projects. BRIGHT Run is entirely volunteer powered and community partners cover the event organizing and hosting expenses.

To date, BRIGHT Run has funded 24 research projects, with individual project funding typically between $50,000 and $100,000. The 2025 event drew about 1,700 participants and 200 volunteers. For the year indicated, the fundraising goal is $500,026 and the recorded donations are a fraction of that target.

Distances offered: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.