Oasis ZooRun - September 13, 2025

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In-Person: September 13, 2025

Virtual: September 1-30, 2025

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📣 Race day is almost here! 📣 ⁠ ⁠ Here’

📣 Race day is almost here! 📣 ⁠
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Here’s everything you need to know for Beneva Spring Run-Off race day! 💜 ⁠
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📆 Race Day Schedule⁠
⏰ 8K Start: 10:00AM – Only a few spots left! Don’t miss out—register now before it sells out! ⁠
⏰ 5K Start: 11:15AM⁠
⏰ Kids Race Start: 11:45AM⁠
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🥫 Give Back on Race Day ⁠
We’re proud to support the Parkdale Community Food Bank! Bring non-perishable food donations and drop them off at the Parkdale Community Food Bank tent in the post-race area. Every little bit helps! ✨ ⁠
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📍 Race Kit Pickup Reminder!⁠
Haven’t picked up your race kit yet? Swing by Sport Chek - North Queen Shopping Centre today (April 3) until 7PM or tomorrow (April 4) between 11AM-7PM. You can also bring your donations to Sport Chek!⁠
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Race day is almost here—who’s ready to #KillTheHill?! 🔥 ⁠
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🔗 Register now at https://canadarunningseries.com or via the link in our bio! ✨ ⁠
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#SpringRunOff #TorontoRunning #RaceDay

Meet Community Team member, Denoja - whose journey

Meet Community Team member, Denoja - whose journey is filled with strength, perseverance, and heart. If you see her at the Beneva Spring Run-Off on Saturday, don't hesitate to say hi! 👋

Her Story 💜
I am a South Asian Eelam Tamil Women born in Toronto but reside in Scarborough. I am a childhood thyroid cancer and mental health survivor/advocate.

When I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at the age of 5, I lost myself. It was a mixture of not knowing how to handle the treatments and constant hospital visits. I didn't know how to love myself, and the body changes didn't help. I was bullied throughout my life for it, and it took me years not to live in fear or darkness. However, throughout all of the struggles, I told myself that I would not quit and would continue to fight through all obstacles.

Being diagnosed with cancer, a learning disability, and mental and personality disorders has taken a toll on me since early childhood, and still does. I never thought I had a "runners' body". Many people made fun of my size and weight. Having thyroid cancer still affects my body, but it doesn't stop me from getting out the door. I share this to show that EVERYBODY has a runner's body. Running saved my life. It makes me feel strong, alive, connects me with people, and honours the battles I have won and continue to face.

My goal is to represent and empower the BIPOC community through diversity, inclusivity and equity, and proving that running is for EveryBODY.

Who is your biggest inspiration for running? 🫶

My grandma. She was my best friend and the one who ultimately motivated me with my running journey. I wouldn't be where I am today without her.

Why do you love spring run-off? 💜🌸

I love Spring Run-Off because it is sentimental to me. I do it in memory of my grandma who I lost in April 2017. This was one of the races she supported me with. It is the best race to kick off the spring season.

I also love this race because I usually cheer with the best run crews at the best cheer spot - the middle of Kill the Hill! This year I'm running, and can't wait to see my fam from Chix Run the 6ix, Black Runners of the GTA, and the Kardia crew!

📷: Jess (@jessbaumung)

The elites are coming! 🏃‍♀️🏃⁠ ⁠ So

The elites are coming! 🏃‍♀️🏃⁠
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Some of Canada’s fastest runners are taking on the hills of High Park at the Beneva Spring Run-Off—and you won’t want to miss it! 🔥 ⁠
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Men’s Race: 🏆 ⁠
Jeremy Coughler will be aiming for a 4-peat victory having won every edition of the race since 2022! Trying to dethrone Jeremy will be Rob Kanko (3rd 2024), Ehab El-Sandali (5th 2024), Miles Avalos (6th 2024), Mitch Ubene and Alex Drover.⁠
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Women’s Race: 🏁 ⁠
Alexandra Lucki returns to defend her win at last year’s Spring Run-Off. She will be challenged by 2020 Olympian (5000m) Julie-Anne Staehli who will turn her focus towards road races in 2025. Lucki’s strength on the hills and course knowledge will be up against Staehli’s track speed and XC prowess. Also expected to be in the mix are Asia Dwyer, Emily Setlack, Britt Moran, Salome Nyirarukundo and Olivia Roussel.⁠
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📍 Want to see the action up close? Swipe through for the best cheer spots and come out to support these incredible athletes! ⁠
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#SpringRunOff #KillTheHill #TorontoRunning #EliteAthletes #CheerZone

🚨 Race week is HERE! 🚨 Time to get ready fo

🚨 Race week is HERE! 🚨

Time to get ready for an epic race day at the Beneva Spring Run-Off! 🌸💜 Here’s what to expect this week, leading up to April 5th!

Race Kit Pickup details – Grab your bib & Columbia fleece vest at:
📍Sport Chek - North Queen Shopping Centre (162 N Queen St, Etobicoke, ON)
📅 Thursday, April 3 - Friday, April 4 | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
👯 Picking up for a friend? Bring their bib number email (sent March 31st) to show our staff, along with a note granting their permission to pick up their kit.

No race kit pickup on race day.

🔥 Exclusive Offer! While you’re at Sport Chek, take advantage of an exclusive deal on Columbia gear—perfect for race day and beyond! 👀✨

Race day is almost here—who’s ready?! 🙌

#SpringRunOff #KillTheHill #RaceWeek #TorontoRunning #RaceReady

Happy International Day of Zero Waste! 🌍⁠ ⁠

Happy International Day of Zero Waste! 🌍⁠
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♻️ Sustainability is at the core of Canada Running Series, and we’re proud to be recognized as an Evergreen-certified event organizer by the Council for Responsible Sport for our TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon! ⁠
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In 2023, all our races diverted over 80% of waste, with our Vancouver events consistently surpassing 90% waste diversion! 🌍✨ ⁠
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From compostable cups and solar-powered batteries to eliminating plastic bottles and donating leftover food, we’re always looking for ways to make a difference. Plus, with programs like the Green Bib, participants can opt out of shirts to support sustainability initiatives instead. 💚 ⁠
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Every step counts—let’s keep moving towards a greener future together. 🌱 #GreenRunning #ZeroWaste #CanadaRunningSeries #SustainabilityGoals

🎉 Last chance to register! 🎉 ⁠ ⁠ Need so

🎉 Last chance to register! 🎉 ⁠
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Need something to do next weekend? Beneva Spring Run-Off is 1 week away, and you don't want to be the one with FOMO on April 5th. The bagpipes will be blasting, and the finish line vibes will be high!! 🌸⁠
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Oh, and did we mention the Columbia fleece vest in your race kit? Race day photos are going to be crazy!🔥 ⁠
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Spots are almost gone—sign up now or spend the day watching everyone else have all the fun!👟 ⁠
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Register at canadarunningseries.com or via the link in our bio! ✨ ⁠
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#SpringRunOff #KillTheHill #TorontoRunning #RaceDayVibes

Meet Mardi—an inspiring runner, culinary author,

Meet Mardi—an inspiring runner, culinary author, and all-around amazing human on our Canada Running Series Community Team ❤️! We caught up with her to hear her story and what the Beneva Spring Run-Off means to her. If you see her on April 5th, be sure to say hi! 👋⁠
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Mardi's Running Journey⁠
I discovered running later in life (age 47!). The first race I trained for was the Spring Run-Off in 2018 after I decided to take up running earlier that year. In 2017, I signed up to walk the Toronto Waterfront 5km to raise money for a charity, but when I got to the start line, I started running (I hadn’t trained at all) and picked up the running bug that morning. The runner’s high, the cheer stations - I signed up for a learn-to-run clinic later that day! My first cookbook, #inthefrenchkitchenwithkids, came out in 2018, and I thought running would be a good way to get through a gruelling launch year. It was, and then some! In 2023 when I was sidelined after brain surgery, I realized how important running had become not just for my physical well-being but also my mental health. Today, I’m just grateful to be able to run. Forward is a pace. ⁠
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Go-to pre-race meal?⁠
I can’t remember how it started, but my usual pre-race meal is the Orecchiette with Rapini e Salsiccia (Orecchiette pasta with rapini and Italian sausage) from a local fave @nodorestaurant in the Junction! I’ve been faithfully eating this pre-race since 2017! 🍝⁠
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If you could give one piece of advice on running, what would it be?⁠
Just start. It doesn’t matter about your pace: if you run, you’re a runner! 🏃‍♀️⁠
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Why do you love the Beneva Spring Run-Off?⁠
The vibes (always the best cheer stations!) and the location (my neighbourhood!) 💜

🚨 Race day is just 2 weeks away! 🚨 ⁠ ⁠ T

🚨 Race day is just 2 weeks away! 🚨 ⁠
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The countdown to the Beneva Spring Run-Off is ON, and we’re 90% sold out! If you haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time—before it’s too late! ⁠
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Get ready for cherry blossoms, bagpipes, and the legendary kill the hill challenge on April 5th. Will you be at the start line? 🔥 ⁠
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Register now at canadarunningseries.com or via the link in our bio! ✨⁠
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#SpringRunOff #KillTheHill #TorontoRunning #RaceSeason

The time to start training is now. 💥⁠
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We’ve teamed up with Coopah to help you train for the Under Armour Toronto 10K! Register for this year’s race on June 14th, then download the Coopah app to explore all it has to offer—customizable training plans, live coach support, progress tracking tools, and more.⁠
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No shortcuts, no excuses—just you, the road, and the work. Let’s goooo!! 🔥

The CubRun is officially SOLD OUT! 🦦🐾 But t

The CubRun is officially SOLD OUT! 🦦🐾

But there’s still time to join in on the Oasis ZooRun fun - spots are still available in the 5K & 10K!

Sign up for the 5K or 10K today at canadarunningseries.com or via the link in our bio ✨

#ZooRunTO #TorontoRunning #TorontoZoo

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