About The Running Directory
A cleaner way to find running races in Canada.
We collect Canadian race listings into one searchable directory so runners can plan their next start line and organizers have a simple place to keep event details accurate.
Built for race discovery
What do you need?
Pick the path that matches what you are trying to do today.
Find a race
Search upcoming Canadian races by location, month, distance, and terrain.
Suggest or update a race
Send us a missing race, a corrected date, or an organizer update for review.
Ask a question
For listing claims, partnerships, data fixes, or anything that needs a human reply.
Why it exists
Race discovery should feel organized.
Runners should be able to compare events without opening a dozen tabs.
Organizers should have a clear path to fix, claim, and improve listings.
Directory data should be useful first, polished second, and kept current over time.
Direct contact
Send the details.
Email is the best route for listing claims, data corrections, partnerships, or questions that need context. We try to reply within a few days.
Common questions
- Is The Running Directory free to list on?
- Yes. Basic race listings are free. We review submissions before publishing so the directory stays useful for runners.
- How do I claim an existing listing?
- Email us with the race name, your role, and the best organizer contact. We can update the listing manually while organizer tools are being built.
- Do you cover trail and ultra events?
- Yes. The directory covers road races, trail races, ultras, community runs, and multi-distance race weekends across Canada.
- Who maintains this directory?
- The Running Directory is an independent Canadian running project. It is not owned by a race series, registration platform, or timing company.