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10k/5k Frequently Asked Questions
- Race Distance: 10k & 5k
- Start Time: 8:00am – 10k
8:15 – 5k
- Entry Fee includes a Mizuno short sleeve technical shirt, race kit and a great post run party
- Is the race “chip” timed? Yes, we use the MyLap bibtag timing system provided by Sportstats
- Are walkers allowed? Yes, walkers are encouraged to participate
- Is there a time limit? Yes, the time limit is 1 hour and 40 minutes to complete the 10K
- Can kids participate? Yes, but they must be registered. Anyone under 12 years of age, must be accompanied by an adult
- Can anyone cross the finish line? No, only registered participants wearing a race bib and timing chip will be allowed to cross the finish line.
- Are there finisher medals? Yes, everyone who finishes the race gets a medal
- Is registration capped? Yes, the race is capped at 1,200 participants in total
- Course: An out-&-back course that starts and finishes at finishes at Sunnybrook Park. The route is on flat, paved paths.
- What is the route like? Click here to see the route maps
- Can I wear my headphones / iPod during the run?Ideally not. You should enjoy the race atmosphere and environment. If you do wear them, please ensure that the volume is low enough to hear any instructions given to you by our course marshals and that you are aware of others around you.
- Can guys run? Yes, men can show their support by running in the race, but sorry guys, there are no awards and we ask that you don’t cross the finish line before the first woman crosses the finish line.
- Do you need volunteers? How can I sign up to volunteer? Yes, we need a number of volunteers to help us make the event a success. To sign up, click here and we’ll be in touch
- What is the charitable cause? Our charitable partner is POGO (Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario). Click here for more info
- Are there incentive prizes? If you fundraise for POGO and reach the various levels, you are eligible for the prize. Click here for more info
- Where are good places for us to go on the course to cheer on runners?
- Behind the Science Centre... take Eglinton east to Don Mills, go south or right down to the lights at Gateway Blvd., turn right, park at bottom of hill and walk 50m over to paved path
- At the firefighters water station directly underneath the Overlea Bridge. This is accessible off of Thornecliffe Park Road.
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