RBC Race for the Kids - Calgary
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RBC Race for the Kids : Calgary
RBC Race for the Kids is an annual fundraising run and walk in Calgary that supports children and youth mental health. Since 2017 the event has raised more than $4.1 million to fund programs, services and research targeted to youth mental health.
Proceeds from the event helped create Calgary’s first community-based mental health centre for children, The Summit, which opened in the spring of 2023. The race continues to direct funds to programs and research intended to improve mental health care for children, teens and families.
Event programming has included a walk or run, a pancake breakfast, a race T-shirt, a completion medal, kid-friendly entertainment and snacks. For its first decade the race was held at Heritage Park; the event is scheduled to move to Spruce Meadows on September 18, 2027. Organizers acknowledge the contributions of participants, donors, sponsors, vendors and volunteers and note that fundraising pages remain open until October 1 to support the event’s goals.
The event description emphasizes community impact and the role of funds in expanding access to mental health resources for young people in Calgary. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
