Running for Rachael
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About the race
Running for Rachael is a community walk and run held at Lime Ridge Mall, 999 Upper Wentworth Street, Hamilton, Ontario, on September 27, 2026. The event supports suicide prevention and is organized by the Suicide Prevention Community Council of Hamilton.
The event offers a 5K walk and a 5K run, with separate student and team categories and options for team captains and team members. Participants and teams fundraise for local initiatives; donations greater than CA$20 receive an income tax receipt.
Funds raised support city-wide suicide prevention activities including online training (LivingWorks Start), a local resource app (Be Safe), and bereavement support groups. The event summary notes past fundraising totals and campaign goals: CA$8,022 has been raised so far for this edition, and CA$44,548.81 was raised in 2024. The 2026 participant goal is 300.
The event includes volunteer, sponsorship, and fundraising components. Sponsors listed for the event include community and corporate supporters such as RBC Foundation, Primaris Cares, Brooks Running, Runner’s Den, and Specsavers Lime Ridge. Race results will be posted online after the event. Information about registration categories and team structures is provided for those who wish to participate in the walk, run, student or team entries. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
