Wije'wi Run

APR

18

2026

A community 5K presented by Glooscap First Nation on April 18, 2026 in Hantsport NS. The run features an honors song and drumming, opening and closing prayers, timing services and finish line food, with proceeds supporting future runs.

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Hantsport, Nova Scotia

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Wije'wi Run 2026

The Wije'wi Run is presented by Glooscap First Nation and takes place on April 18, 2026 in Hantsport, Nova Scotia. Wije'wi means "come with me" in Mi'kmaw. The event emphasizes community connection, culture, physical activity, and wellness.

The event is a 5K fun run held on a point to point route. The start is at Glooscap Landing (10 Sweetgrass Road) and the finish is at Glooscap Corner (3 Smith Road). The program includes an honors song and drumming, opening and closing prayers, and timing services provided by Atlantic Chip. Finish line food and refreshments are offered.

The run was created in 2019 and was originally inspired by a learn-to-run team. A registration fee applies; the listed price for the 5K is CA$7.67 and proceeds go toward supporting the next year's run. The event location is given as 45 Sweetgrass Road, Hantsport, NS. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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