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RCAF Run

31 May – 16 June, 2024

2024 VIRTUAL EVENTS

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March - August 2024

2024 IN-PERSON EVENTS

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RCAF Run



The 1 April 2024 marks 100 years of service for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as a distinct military element. The Centennial milestone places the RCAF in a unique position to honour its distinct heritage; recognize its tremendous people today; and generate excitement for its bright future. The RCAF Run is a Centennial activity that will connect current and former military and their families with Canadians, at home or abroad, through sport and fitness. We welcome participants of ALL abilities and fitness levels to achieve your fitness goals at your own pace! We invite you to “Earn Your Wings” with us!

Proceeds from the RCAF Run support the RCAF Centennial Fund. Learn more about The Centennial Fund here.

Event Details

VIRTUAL EVENT DETAILS

EVENT DATES: 31 May – 16 June, 2024

THEME: Coming Soon! To be announced February 2024

FEATURED DISTANCES: 3K, 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon

REGISTRATION FEES:

  • Package A – $50 CAD (Includes RCAF Run shirt and finisher’s medal)
  • Package B – $30 CAD (Includes RCAF Run buff and finisher’s medal)
  • Package C – $50 CAD (Includes RCAF Run shirt and buff)

RACE KITS:

  • Run bibs will not be provided as the race is virtual.
  • Race kits will begin shipping in March to registered participants.
    Please ensure that your shipping address is accurate and includes applicable unit numbers.

RUN SHIRTS:

  • Will be available in both Mens and Women’s sizes.
  • The run shirt design will be released in February 2024 to coincide the announcement of the event theme.

IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS

EVENT DATES: March 2024 – June 2024. Location specific.

THEME: RCAF2024ARC

FEATURED DISTANCES: Will include any or all of 3K, 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon. Location specific.

REGISTRATION FEES:

  • Package A – $50 CAD (Includes RCAF Run shirt, RCAF Run buff and finisher’s medal)
  • Package B – $30 CAD (Includes RCAF Run buff and finisher’s medal)
  • Package C – $15 CAD (No merchandise. Registration fee only.)
  • Package D – $40 CAD (Includes RCAF Run shirt and buff)

LOCATIONS:
See below.

IN-PERSON EVENT DETAILS

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3 Wing / CFB Bagotville

EVENT DATE: Friday, 17 May 2024

TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)

DISTANCE(S):

  • 1K Children’s Minithon
  • 5K Run
  • 5K Walk
  • 10K Run
  • Centennial Challenge: The unit that runs or walks 100K as fast as possible (local)

WHO: Open to CFB Bagotville employees (military and civilian), their families, reserve unit and veterans

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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4 Wing / CFB Cold Lake

EVENT DATE: Friday, 24 May 2024

TIME: 0900

DISTANCE(S): 5K

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

OTHER:

  • Participants will have the opportunity to run the runway!
  • As a result, ALL participants – infants through to adults – are required to register to receive a bib. Participants can register via Race Roster to receive 2024 RCAF Run Centennial inspired merchandise, or complimentary registration available here.
  • Please no pets
  • Strollers permitted
  • No chip timing

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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8 Wing / CFB Trenton

EVENT DATE: Sunday, 05 May 2024

DISTANCE(S) & START TIME:

Half -Marathon: 10:00

10K: 10:30

3K & 5K: 10:45

LOCATION: 1 Hangar

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

OTHER:

  • Race kit pick up will be at the Recplex on Friday, 03 May from 13:00-16:00 and Saturday, 04 May from 10:00-14:00
  • Participants will have the opportunity to run the runway!

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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9 Wing / CFB Gander

EVENT DATE: Thursday, 13 June 2024

TIME: 1000hrs

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

*REGISTRATION CLOSES ON MONDAY 3 JUNE 2024 AT 1200 EST*

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12 Wing Shearwater / CFB Halifax

EVENT DATE: Friday, 10 May 2024

TIME: 1000hrs

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

*REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY 1 MAY 2024 AT 1600 EST*

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14 Wing / CFB Greenwood

EVENT DATE: Friday, 17 May 2024

TIME: 1000

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: Open to Defence Team members and their families

OTHER:

  • No chip timing
  • Noon BBQ to follow the run
  • Please no pets

*REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY 8 MAY 2024 AT 1200 EST*

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15 Wing / CFB Moose Jaw

EVENT DATE: Friday, 7 June 2024

TIME: 1300

DISTANCE(S): 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run

WHO: Open to Defence Team members/contractors and their families

*REGISTRATION CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY 29 MAY 2024 AT 1200 EST*

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17 Wing / CFB Winnipeg

EVENT DATE: Friday, 31 May 2024

LOCATION:  Building 21

TIME: 

  • Warm-Up: 0845
  • Run Begins: 0900

DISTANCE(S): 5K , 10K and 5K Family Walk

WHO: Open to Defence Team members and their families

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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19 Wing / CFB Comox

EVENT DATE: Friday, 3 May 2024

TIME: 0930hrs

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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22 Wing / CFB North Bay

EVENT DATE: Friday, 31 May 2024

TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K Walk/Run

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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440 Transport Squadron (Yellowknife)

EVENT DATE: Tuesday, 11 June 2024

TIME: 0900

DISTANCE(S): 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon

WHO: Open to CAF Members and General Public

*REGISTRATION CLOSES ON MONDAY 3 JUNE 2024 AT 1200 EST*

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NDHQ Carling (Ottawa)

EVENT DATE: Tuesday, 28 May 2024

LOCATION: Baseball field #1, behind building #10, NDHQ-Carling Campus, Ottawa.

TIME: 

  • On-Site Check-In: 0830
  • Welcome Remarks: 0845
  • Warm-Up: 0850
  • Run Begins: 0900

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: Open to CAF Members, DND Civilians and NPF Employees

OTHER:

  • The RCAF Run is a non-competitive event.
  • Run Kits will be available for pick up on Monday May 27th between 1430 – 1630 outside the Pavilion entrance at the Carling Campus.

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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RAAF Edinburgh (AUSTRALIA)

EVENT DATE: Thursday 16 May 2024

TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: ADF Members; CAF Members; Allied Forces Members

OTHER:

  • Additional satellite runs at other RAAF Bases to be confirmed

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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RAAF 460 Squadron Canberra (AUSTRALIA)

EVENT DATE: Thursday 18 April 2024

TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)

DISTANCE(S): To be confirmed

WHO: ADF Members; CAF Members; Allied Forces Members

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Colorado Springs (Colorado, USA)

EVENT DATE: Friday 31 May 2024

TIME: COMING SOON

DISTANCE(S):5K & 10K

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Geilenkirchen (GERMANY)

EVENT DATE: Friday, 17 May 2024

TIME: To be confirmed (Morning)

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: CAF Members

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Qatar - AI Udeid Air Base

EVENT DATE: Sunday, 31 March 2024

TIME: 0830 – 1030

DISTANCE(S): 5K

WHO: Open to all coalition’s members, civilians and military

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Ramstein (GERMANY)

EVENT DATE: Friday, 03 May 2024

TIME: COMING SOON

DISTANCE(S): 5K and 10K

WHO: CAF Members

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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SHAPE (BELGIUM)

EVENT DATE: Friday, 22 March 2024

TIME: 1200

DISTANCE(S): 3K and 5K

WHO: CAF Community on SHAPE (Military and Civilians)

OTHER:

  • 1130 – Meet-up
    1145 – Warm-up
    1200 – Start!
  • Location: SHAPE Running Track

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Shaw AFB (South Carolina, USA)

EVENT DATE: Saturday, 4 May, 2024

TIME: 0800

DISTANCE(S): 5K Walk/Run

WHO: Open to all coalition’s members, civilians and military

OTHER:

  • Start/Finish at the Shaw AFB softball fields

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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McChord AFB (Washington, USA)

EVENT DATE: Sunday, 2 June, 2024

TIME: 0800

DISTANCE(S): 5K Walk/Run

LOCATION: Western Air Defence Sector – 852 Lincoln Blvd SW

WHO: Open to all

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Tyndall AFB - Canadian Detachment (Florida, USA)

EVENT DATE: Monday, 1 April 2024

TIME: 0900

DISTANCE(S): 10K

WHO: CAF Members

OTHER: 

  • Route will commence at the ‘Maple Leaf Conference Centre’

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

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Washington (District of Columbia, USA)

EVENT DATE: Friday, 31 May 2024

TIME: 

  • 0830 – Half-Marathon
  • 0915 – 5K and 10K

DISTANCE(S): 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon

OTHER: 

  • Route will commence at the National Mall, on the west side of 7th St SW, between Jefferson Dr SW and Madison Dr NW

*REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED*

**FOR ANY LATE REGISTRANTS… PLEASE REGISTER FOR ONE OF THE VIRTUAL SUB-EVENTS AND YOUR RUN KIT WILL BE SHIPPED DIRECTLY TO YOU. PLEASE ALSO EMAIL LCOL TAYLOR AT [email protected] TO CONFIRM YOUR ANTICIPATED ATTENDANCE AT THE IN-PERSON EVENT**

RCAF Run Sponsors

BMO Bank of Montreal logo
Royal Canadian Legion logo
thePersonal Home and Auto Group Insurer logo
Canadian Tire
Logistik
Boeing
Lockheed Martin
General Dynamics Mission Systems Canada
L3Harris

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: Can I change my distance or transfer my registration to a new participant?

A: You may transfer your event via your Race Roster Participant Dashboard. Please note the transfer deadline is April 30.

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Q: Can I get a refund if I am unable to participate in the RCAF Run?

A: All entry fees are non-refundable. You can, however, transfer your registration to another person no later than April 30.

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Q: What is included with event registration/race kit?

A: Registration for the virtual event includes the option to select one of the following two packages:

  1. An exclusive RCAF Run shirt and finisher’s medal.
  2. An RCAF Run buff and finisher’s medal.

Run bibs for any distance or package are NOT provided.

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Q: Can I pick-up my race kit in-person?

A: ALL race kits for participants who are registered for the virtual RCAF Run event will be shipped directly to the shipping address indicated in your registration. ALL race kits for in-person event participants will pick-up their race kit on-site prior to or at the event. Please see event details specific to your location.

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Q: When will my race kit be shipped?

A: Race kits will begin shipping to registered participants in March 2024 and will continue to be shipped as participants register. Packages should then be delivered within 14 days of registration. International shipping, or remote locations may take longer. If you have not received your package within a reasonably timely manner, please contact us at [email protected].

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Q: What is a virtual race?

A: A virtual race is a race you can run at any location, at your pace, outside or on a treadmill, alone or with a group of friends.

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Q: How long do I have to complete my virtual race?

A: You can complete your virtual race any day, any time during the race completion period (May 31 – June 16, 2024).

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Q: How do I record my participation manually?

A: You will need to:

  1. Go to the results page of the event you’re participating in. From the results page, click the “Submit a virtual result” button.
  2. To confirm your registration enter in your last name and confirmation number, or by signing into your Race Roster account.
  3. Once your registration is confirmed you will be prompted to enter your results and the results of anyone else that was included in your initial registration. You are able to come back at a later time to post additional results.
  4. After your results are submitted, you will be able to view your results details and finisher certificate. Click on your name for your result details and finishers’ certificate.

2023 RCAF Run in Review

People are the heart of the Royal Canadian Air Force and our 2023 RCAF Run participants showed up with an abundance of it this year in support of The Centennial Fund. The 2023 event was our largest and most successful event to date with the assistance of RCAF Run sponsors BMO, The Personal, The Legion and Canadian Tire.

Whether virtual or in-person, some amazing memories and moments were captured of our supporters both here in Canada and abroad. Check out our 2023 RCAF Run photo gallery below.

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