SUNDAY MAY 4, 2025
CHOOSE YOUR EVENT!
Choose your race and & join us in the annual Edmonton First Responders Half Marathon
Support first responders and enjoy a scenic run along the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s River Valley Trail System. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or new to the world of racing, our event offers an unforgettable experience that will leave you feeling invigorated and inspired.
REGISTRATION
21km
- Fees increase January 2 & April 13
10km
- Fees Increase January 2 & April 13
5km
- Fees Increase January 2 & April 13
1km
- Fees Increase January 2 & April 13
TEAMS
Team of 4, 21k or 10k- Fees Increase January 2 & April 13
RUN FOR CHARITY
Secure your spot AND make your experience about more than just the finish line.- Fees Increase January 2 & April 13
COURSE DETAILS
*It is the athletes responsibility to know their course.
21km – From the starting point, athletes will head North along the roadway to loop Laurier Park. Athletes will head towards, and over, Quesnel Bridge. Following the paved pathway, athletes will hop onto Fort Edmonton Park Road and cross onto the pathway adjacent to the bridge. Heading East, athletes will follow the Keelor Road pathway and enjoy the switchback out of the valley! At the top of the valley, athletes will turn right and continue along the pathway to the turnaround point along Saskatchewan Drive. Returning the same way, athletes will continue West on the gravel trail system around Fort Edmonton. Athletes will turn South and cross over the Fort Edmonton Footbridge to the turnaround point in Terwillegar Park. Returning the same way, athletes will cross onto Fort Edmonton Park Road just under Quesnel Bridge and return to the finish in Laurier Park.
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2096930
10km – From the starting point, athletes will head North along the roadway to loop Laurier Park. Athletes will head towards, and over, Quesnel Bridge. Following the paved pathway, athletes will hop onto Fort Edmonton Park Road and cross onto the pathway adjacent to the bridge. Heading East, athletes will follow the Keelor Road pathway and enjoy the switchback out of the valley! At the top of the valley, athletes will turn right and continue along the pathway to the turnaround point. Returning the same way, athletes will cross onto Fort Edmonton Park Road just under Quesnel Bridge and return to the finish in Laurier Park. When in Laurier Park, athletes will turn right towards the finish.
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2096946
5km – From the starting point, athletes will head North along the roadway to loop Laurier Park. Athletes will head towards, and over, Quesnel Bridge. Following the paved pathway, athletes will hop onto Fort Edmonton Park Road and turnaround at the access point just under the bridge. Athletes will return the same way. When in Laurier Park, athletes will turn right towards the finish. https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2096941
OUR CHARITY
The First Responders Half Marathon is excited to partner with OSI-CAN, a member of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division for our events in Edmonton (Northern Alberta) and Calgary (Southern Alberta)
In Alberta, OSI-CAN operates as part of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Alberta Division and Centre for Suicide Prevention (CMHA AB + CSP).
CMHA Alberta and Centre for Suicide Prevention work to advance community mental health and suicide prevention across the province. Together with CMHA Regions, we’re building an Alberta where people’s wellbeing is supported in their community – by a friend, a peer, a support group, their local CMHA office, or the medical system.
WHAT IS OSI?
Operational Stress Injury (OSI) is often used as a non-medical term that is synonymous with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), but specific to traumatic events experienced in the line of duty, or while performing work-related tasks.
The term Operational Stress Injury is becoming more widely adopted, as it removes the stigma of having “disorder” applied to an individual.
OSI-CAN provides many programs for people in need such as peer support groups, equine psychotherapy, and service dog acquisition.
These support systems are available in Regina, North Battleford, Moose Jaw, Weyburn, Estevan, Saskatoon, Tisdale and Prince Albert. Support groups in other centres will be starting soon. Please contact us if you have an immediate need in your area.
Our Mission: To inspire hope and contribute to the continuous well-being and recovery of Veterans, Community First Responders, and Public Safety Personnel.
Our Vision: To empower and encourage Veterans, Community First Responders, and Public Safety Personnel to strive for recovery through peer and professional support.
Visit OSI-CAN HERE
RUN FOR CHARITY
Secure your spot AND make your experience about more than just the finish line.
Pay a reduced entry fee and fundraise a minimum of $400 for OSI-CAN!
Their team will be with you every stop of the way with resources, advice and motivation!
HOW THIS WORKS
1. Register and pay a discounted entry fee of $40 to secure your spot!
2. Create a fundraising page and commit to raising a minimum of $400 by race day for our charity.
*by registering for this category, you agree to fundraise a minimum of $400 for our charity. If you do not meet the minimum 24hrs prior to race-day, you will be charged the difference to be able to participate in the event.