First Responders Half Marathon - Vancouver
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Race Information
The Vancouver First Responders Half Marathon is a trail running event held on November 1, 2026, at Pacific Spirit Regional Park. The event features three race distances: a 21.1 km half marathon, a 10 km, and a 5 km. There is also a team registration option for groups of four runners in the 21 km and 10 km events.
The races start and finish on Sasamat Trail, adjacent to Sasamat Reservoir, with parking available adjacent to the park along W16th. The half marathon course consists of two laps on trails such as Huckleberry Trail, Sherry Sakamoto Trail, and Sasamat Trail, featuring a steady climb on the latter. The 10 km and 5 km courses follow similar but shorter routes through the park.
Registration and Inclusions
Base registration fees are $85 for the half marathon, $55 for the 10 km, and $45 for the 5 km. These fees increase on January 1, May 1, and October 2. A discounted $40 entry fee is available for those who commit to fundraising a minimum of $400 for the partnered charities. Entries received after October 15 are not guaranteed event merchandise.
The entry package includes a short sleeve cotton casual event t-shirt, a finisher medal, chip timing (pending minimum attendance), aid stations, post-race snacks, and eligibility for draw prizes. Race package pickup is on October 31 at The Right Shoe store.
Supported Charities
The event supports two charities: Wounded Warriors Canada, a national mental health service provider for trauma-exposed professionals and their families, and the Canadian Mental Health Association's Vancouver Fraser branch. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
