2026 Canada Army Run / Course de lArmée du Canada

Canada Army Run / Course de l’Armée du Canada returns to Ottawa, ON on September 20, 2026. This road event also includes virtual races from September 4 to 25, 2026. Run, walk or roll past some of Ottawa’s best-known landmarks and earn a dog tag finisher medal. With 5K, 10K and Half Marathon options, plus challenge formats and team participation, it brings together community, movement and a strong fundraising spirit.

The in-person course takes runners, walkers and rollers past some of Ottawa’s best-known landmarks. Course support includes kilometre markers, water stations and portable toilets near each aid station.

• Ottawa road race with in-person and virtual options
• 5K, 10K and Half Marathon distances
• 5K+10K and 5K+21K challenge formats
• Run, walk or roll with all abilities welcome
• Course passes Ottawa landmarks
• Water stations and kilometre markers on course
• Supports the Canadian Armed Forces community