Racing with Goal : one other profitable 12 months for Canada Army Run

Article / September 24, 2025 / National Defence

If you went by downtown Ottawa final weekend, you might have stumbled upon a military-themed downtown because it was remodeled right into a vibrant hub of navy camaraderie and athletic spirit as 1000’s gathered for the 18th version of Canada Army Run, introduced by BMO.

Over the weekend, members and passersby have been capable of benefit from the Canadian Tire Race Expo and the BMO Kids’ Zone. Military supporters might additionally rise up shut with varied navy automobiles and tools, in addition to work together with serving members.

It was in nice spirit that greater than 15,000 members rallied close to Ottawa City Hall early Sunday morning to run, stroll, or roll in varied challenges together with the 5K, the 10K, the half marathon, the Sergeant Major’s Challenge (5K + 10K), and the Commander’s Challenge (5K + half marathon). Thousands of supporters additionally gathered alongside the race routes to cheer on members as they handed by.

The races have been kicked off with ceremonial cannon hearth at Cartier Square Drill Hall, following a countdown led by Lieutenant-General Michael Wright, Commander of the Canadian Army, and Chief Warrant Officer Christopher Robin, Army Sergeant Major.

More than only a enjoyable and difficult occasion, Canada Army Run is a significant alternative for Canadians to thank Canadian Armed Forces members — previous and current — and to lift funds for Support Our Troops and Soldier On, the official charitable causes of the Canadian Armed Forces, which provide help to unwell and injured navy members, Veterans, and their households.

With one week of fundraising left, the present quantity raised is simply over $300,000. However, the race itself gives extra contributions, that means that complete donations for this 12 months are nonetheless climbing. The remaining donation is predicted to be at the very least $400K, bringing the overall raised since 2008 to $5.5 million.

Until the following version of Canada Army Run, which can be held on 20 September 2026, supporters are welcome to find alternative routes to get entangled and contribute to Support Our Troops and Soldier On.

About Our Official Charitable Causes

Support Our Troops helps members of the CAF, Veterans, and their households navigate the distinctive challenges of navy life. Through a wide range of grants and packages, it champions household resiliency and gives important help to the unwell and injured. These challenges typically embrace absences, relocations, and transitions. Learn extra at: https://www.supportourtroops.ca/About-Us.

Soldier On contributes to the restoration of unwell and injured Canadian Armed Forces members and Veterans by providing alternatives and assets by sport, leisure, and inventive actions. It is acknowledged for enhancing lives and is taken into account some of the direct methods for Canadians to help the restoration, rehabilitation, and reintegration of navy members residing with bodily and/or psychological well being accidents. Learn extra at: