Canada Day Races
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Canada Day Races
The Canada Day Races take place on July 1, 2027 at Spencer Smith Park East Lawn in Burlington, Ontario. The event offers short distance running and walking options with both in‑person and virtual participation.
Distances:
- 1K
- 3K
- 5K
In-person entries for the 3K and 5K include a technical Canada Day t-shirt. The in-person 1K entry includes a finisher medal and requires a donation to Joseph Brant Hospital as part of registration. Virtual participants receive a finisher medal and Canada Day shirt; shipping for virtual race kits is extra. The virtual event can be completed anytime between June 1 and July 31, 2027 and results may be submitted through the event platform or tracked using the Runkeeper app.
Race kits and bibs are available for pickup before race day at the Burlington Running Room store (3300 Fairview St, Burlington) on the listed pickup dates, with a race day pickup option at Spencer Smith Park East Lawn.
The 3K and 5K will be chip timed with timing services provided by Speed River Timing and results published online. Strollers are permitted and should start from the back of the corral. The event proceeds rain or shine and, if the in-person race is cancelled for extreme conditions, participants will be switched to the virtual race without refunds. A $5 age discount applies to youth 16 and under and seniors 65 and over. Nonperishable food items will be collected and donations support local programs including the Mental Health and Addictions Program at Joseph Brant Hospital. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
