Forest City Road Races
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About the race
Canada Life Forest City Road Races is a long running non-profit road race held in South Western Ontario that raises funds for the Thames Valley Children’s Centre and a group of partner charities. The event for 2027 marks its 45th anniversary and is scheduled for Sunday, June 6, 2027. Registration is set to open on Monday, November 2. Fundraising by participants is collected and distributed directly to the chosen charities on a bi-weekly basis in the lead up to the race weekend. Volunteers are essential to the event; information about volunteer positions and frequently asked questions is provided on the event volunteer page.
The race publishes results and, for 2026, complimentary photos are available with the posted results. The event offers multiple courses and includes competitive and non-competitive participants, welcoming elite athletes, recreational runners, and walkers. Awards and elite athlete information are included in the event materials. The organizer presents the race as a community fundraising event that combines timed competition with charity support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
