RBC Race for the Kids - Ottawa
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RBC Race for the Kids - Ottawa
CHEO Foundation runs RBC Race for the Kids to support pediatric care and research at CHEO. The event takes place at Wesley Clover Parks and offers onsite free parking and family-oriented amenities.
Participants can run, walk, or wheel on multiple routes. Distance options include:
- 10K - timed event.
- 5K - timed event.
- 2K Accessible Family Fun Run - not timed, strollers and pets welcome.
The day features a Family Fun Zone with free games, inflatables, rock climbing, music, and food. The event is held rain or shine. All funds raised go directly to CHEO; if the event is cancelled for extreme weather, registration fees are converted to donations and tax receipts are issued.
There are fundraising and team registration options and volunteer opportunities. Practical event information is provided for race routes, safety, and bib pick-up. A fundraising target of $500,000 is stated to support care and research for children and youth. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
