YMCA Charity 5K
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YMCA Charity 5K - September 26, 2026, Downsview Park, North York
The YMCA Charity 5K is a community 5 km run and walk held at Downsview Park with the start and finish at the Festival Terrace / Circuit Path. The course is described as an out-and-back consisting of one loop along paved park paths.
The event is organized by the YMCA of Greater Toronto to raise funds for YMCA camps. The stated fundraising goal is CA$500,000 to help send over 1,300 children to camp; CA$112,259.23 has been raised so far.
Entry includes a souvenir T-shirt, finisher medal, a personalized run bib if registered by the stated deadline, access to the post-run celebration, and official race timing by Chiptime Results. Registration fees vary by category; adult and youth pricing are listed in the event information.
On-site services and course provisions include water at the start/finish and an on-course station, portable toilets, a medical tent at the start/finish, medical personnel on bicycles, and a baggage check. Timing uses a BibTag on the run bib; a visible bib is required for an official recorded time.
Shuttle buses are available from selected YMCA locations for a fee. The park is accessible by multiple public transit stations and bus routes. Event rules note that scooters, inline skates, bicycles, skateboards, and non-service dogs are not permitted, and age guidelines for child participation are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
