There will not be a dedicated space in the pre-race area, however, you are permitted to pump or breastfeed in the Medical Tent in a private space.
Service Animal Policy
Service animals are the only animals permitted on course.
Trained, accredited service animals (animals trained to assist individuals with a medical or physical disability) may be permitted on course, provided that the procedures below are followed.
– Accreditation documentation by a recognized Assistance Animal program or equivalent. Only working animals (not including retired, trainee and companion animals), are permitted on course.
– The service animal must wear an identification harness for the duration of the event.
– The owner is responsible to clean up after their service animal.
– Race officials have the right to refuse participation if the service animal poses a safety concern.
Please note that the required documentation is to be submitted at least one week prior to the event. All documentation and inquiries should be directed to info@canadarunningseries.com.
References:
Blind Persons’ Rights Act
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
Human Rights Code
Yes, participants using a wheelchair are welcome. The course restrictions for the use of a wheelchair are below, and are based on the capacity and safety of the race course.
• Recreational and push-rim wheelchairs are permitted
• Motorized wheelchairs are permitted in the event
o must not exceed a speed of 5km/hour
o must not exceed 40″ length x 30″ wide
• Handcycles are not permitted
• Participants will start in the corral associated with their estimated finish time selected during registration
Due to road closure and permit limitation we are unable to offer extended time allowances on the 10K course. For participants using an adaptive aid and expecting to finish the race in under 40 minutes, an early start time of up to 3 minutes may be requested – please contact us via email to learn more about this option.
If you have any questions about the information above, please contact info@canadarunningseries.com.
If you require an alternate assistive device or have any questions or comments with respect to the Accessible Customer Service or registration process offered by Canada Running Series, please contact us at info@canadarunningseries.com.
Strollers are permitted for the In-Person 10K event. Please note, the individual in the stroller will not receive a finisher’s medal unless they are a registered participant and wearing a race bib.
Yes! The participant should register using the online registration system and specify that they will be participating with a guide.
Please contact info@canadarunningseries.com to provide your support person’s name and contact information by September 1st, 2025 at 11:59pm.
Your guide has 2 options:
1. The guide can participate in the event at no cost. They will need to complete the event waiver and wear two “GUIDE” bibs, one on their front, and one on their back.
2. The guide can pay the full registration fee. They will receive the event shirt, bib with timing chip & finisher’s medal. They will need to wear the event “GUIDE” bib on their back.
When the participant picks up their race kit, they will receive the additional “GUIDE” bib(s).
If you have any questions about the information above, please contact info@canadarunningseries.com.
If you require an alternate assistive device or have any questions or comments with respect to the Accessible Customer Service or registration process offered by Canada Running Series, please contact us at info@canadarunningseries.com
Equity, Access and Inclusion Policy
Organizers of the Canada Running Series strive to create safe and welcoming events for all interested participants, including accommodations and assistance to address any potential participation barriers.
Declaration of Inclusion
On behalf of the Canada Running Series, the organizers hereby declare an invitation to participate in the event to all interested and willing parties. We hereby declare our intention to create an event that adheres to principles of social equity and inclusion
and is open, welcoming, safe, and accessible.
Statement of Accessibility
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Canada Running Series has established a process for accessibility inquiries pertaining to each of the events. Canada Running Series is committed to access for all participants and spectators involved with the events.
Requests and Feedback Mechanisms
To ensure proper communication and to optimize organizer’s ability to best meet accommodation requests, requests must be received to Canada Running Series 1 month prior to the event date. All requests for accommodations will be acknowledged within 72 hours.
For these and any other accessibility requests, or for more information, please contact info@canadarunningseries.com.
Canada Running Series is committed to ensuring the best possible experience for all participants & spectators. Participants & spectators can submit feedback regarding
the activities and facilities at the event, including responsiveness to accessibility needs, following the link in our Post-Race email and filling out the survey.
