Ottawa's Hogs Back Park is set to fill up with runners, walkers and supporters again this month as the 11th Annual Run for Palestine returns to the city on September 12.
The event, now in its second decade, offers three route options: 2K, 5K and 10K, so people of all fitness levels can take part. It's not just about the run itself. Organizers describe it as a chance for the community to come together in support of a cause that has continued to grow year after year.
What the money supports
Proceeds from the run go toward supporting orphaned children in Gaza. According to organizers, last year's Ottawa edition raised more than $100,000, and early registration numbers suggest this year could top that mark.
As @shottawa.tv put it in a recent post highlighting the event, organizers say "registrations are already on pace to make this one of their biggest years yet."
How to take part
Whether you're planning to run the full 10K, walk the 2K with family, or simply want to show up and donate, organizers say every bit of participation helps. Registration and donation details are available through the event's official channel, runforpalestine.ottawa.
A growing Ottawa tradition
What started small has become one of the city's more notable annual charity runs, with Hogs Back Park serving as the consistent home base for the event each September. The mix of routes means the run draws a wide cross-section of participants, from serious runners aiming for a fast 10K to families looking for an easy 2K walk together.
For Ottawa residents looking for a way to get active outdoors while contributing to a cause, the Run for Palestine offers a low-barrier entry point: show up, move at your own pace, and support a fundraising effort that's grown substantially since it first began.
More details on registration, routes and start times can be found through the event's official links. For updates and reminders in the lead-up to race day, follow along with the original post from @shottawa.tv on Instagram.
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