Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund Run

The Dave Mounsey Memorial Fund Run is an annual charitable athletic event scheduled for Sunday, May 10, 2026, in Goderich, Ontario. This 18th-anniversary edition raises funds to donate life-saving automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to public buildings in honor of First Responders who died in the line of duty. The fund was established in memory of OPP Officer Dave Mounsey, who passed away in 2006. To date, the organization has donated over 201 defibrillators, which have been credited with saving at least 7 lives.

Race Schedule & Format

All races follow an out-and-back format starting from the Rotary Cove area.

Participant Information

• Location: The starting area is at The Rotary Cove (352 Cove Road, Goderich).

• Registration: Late entry pricing is currently active until April 25, 2026. No registrations will be accepted after May 2nd.

• Kit Pickup: Early bib pickup is available Saturday, May 9, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Goderich Legion. Race-day pickup begins at 7:00 AM at the Rotary Cove pavilion.

• Perks: Registered runners receive a commemorative event towel, surprise swag, and a post-race buffet breakfast.

Local Context & Demographics

Goderich, often called "Canada's Prettiest Town," is located on the eastern shore of Lake Huron. It has a population of approximately 8,000 residents. The demographic is primarily of European descent (roughly 94% White), with a median age of 51 years, reflecting a significant community of retirees and established families. The median annual household income is approximately CA$72,000.

Geographically, the run takes place along the Lake Huron shoreline, offering scenic views but exposing runners to potential lake breezes. The climate in early May is typically cool and crisp; average temperatures in Goderich for this date range from a low of 6°C to a high of 14°C.

Awards & Prizes

Cash prizes are awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5km, 10km, and 1/2 Marathon distances:

• 1st Place: CA$100.00

• 2nd Place: CA$75.00

• 3rd Place: CA$50.00

All participants are entered into a grand bike draw and door prize giveaways, with winners notified via email by May 5th.