Conquer The Canuck

About the Event

The Conquer The Canuck is celebrated as Cambridge, Ontario's longest trail race, set to take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Held at the Shades Mills Conservation Area, this event is known for its high-energy "trail party" atmosphere, complete with various race formats to suit different endurance levels. The course is built around a repeatable 6.25 km loop, allowing participants to pass through a central hub frequently. The event also serves a philanthropic purpose, raising funds for KidsAbility, an organization dedicated to helping children and youth with special needs reach their full potential.

Race Category	Distance / Format	Start Time
12 Hour Solo / Relay	Timed (as many loops as possible)	07:00 AM
50 km	8 Loops	07:30 AM
25 km	4 Loops	08:00 AM
12.5 km	2 Loops	08:30 AM

Cambridge is a city located in Southern Ontario at the confluence of the Grand and Speed Rivers, with a population of approximately 138,000 residents. It is a key part of the Waterloo Region, known for its rich industrial heritage and a demographic that blends urban professionals with a strong manufacturing base. The median household income in Cambridge is roughly $105,000 CAD. Geographically, the Shades Mills Conservation Area offers a mix of hardwood forests and groomed trails surrounding a large reservoir, providing a technical but manageable terrain that is well-suited for loop-based ultra-marathons.

Registration for the 2026 edition is currently open and will close on May 3, 2026. While the formal cancellation period has ended, the organization allows bib transfers to other runners up to five days before the race. For those participating in the 12-hour relay, teams can consist of 2 to 4 runners who share the loops over the course of the day. The event is well-supported with aid stations and a festive atmosphere for both runners and spectators. For technical questions or registration transfers, the Race Director can be contacted through the official Race Roster event page.

Races Offered

12 hour

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 12 Hours

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07:00

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$154.75

12 hour relay team

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 12 Hours

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07:00

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$301.79

12.5 km

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 12km

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Type — Running

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07:00

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$89.39

25 km

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 25km

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07:00

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$105.72

50 km

May 09, 2026

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Distance — 50km

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07:00

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$122.07

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Cambridge.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 8.4° / 19.6°

wb_sunny 5.2° / 17.0°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.9 /

water_drop 68.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 8.4° / 19.6°

wb_sunny 5.2° / 17.0°

air 11.9 km/h

water_drop 68.2%

About Cambridge

Learn more about the host city, Cambridge.

Cambridge is one of the cities that forms a tightly-integrated metro area, along with Kitchener and Waterloo, within the larger Region of Waterloo in Southwestern Ontario.

Hotels & Places to Stay

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Registration Discount

Use the promo code below during registration to save on entry fees.

10% OFF

Promo code CONQUER2026

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