Movement is Medicine
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About the race
Movement is Medicine takes place in Nelson on September 26, 2026, in the lead up to National Truth and Reconciliation Day. The event pairs physical activity with a focus on truth, reconciliation, community wellness, and honouring Indigenous culture.
Organizers are expanding the event for 2026 to make it larger, more accessible, and more focused on youth leadership and participation.
New and featured elements for 2026 include:
- 16 km mountain run with a 1,200 m climb
- 5 km flat Lakeside Park route
Youth are being invited to take leadership roles in planning and delivery, and the event is recruiting young participants who want to train for either route. An Indigenous-led "Couch to 5km" training program is part of the offerings. All Indigenous runners and all youth receive free entry and a complimentary event T-shirt.
Registration is open for the event. Routes include a lakeside park option and a mountain route that ascends Elephant Mountain. The overall program links movement and community healing while aligning with the commemoration of National Truth and Reconciliation Day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
