Nelson Police Memorial Run/Walk

The Nelson Police Memorial Run/Walk returns to Nelson, British Columbia on September 20th. This community event honors Detective Wade Tittemore and Constable Mathieu Nolet, raising funds for a scholarship awarded to an LV Rogers student in their memory.
Race morning finds participants gathering at the waterfront park, where the 5K run/walk course begins its journey along scenic coastal paths. Families and friends line up on race day as the air cools with a gentle breeze off the waters. The event offers something for everyone, from the fast-paced 10K runners tackling rolling hills to the younger participants enjoying the fun-filled 1K kids' run.
The Nelson Police Memorial Run/Walk has been running since its inception in 2016 and continues to grow, with thousands of runners, walkers, families, friends, and supporters participating each year. The race not only commemorates two brave officers but also supports local education through the awarded scholarship.
The course venue is set along the waterfront park, offering a mix of surface types from paved paths to slightly uneven terrain due to natural features. Notable route features include scenic views of the water and occasional small inclines that add challenge for those aiming for personal bests. The 10K run includes rolling hills but finishes with a fast, flat stretch ideal for sprinters.
Start times are early at 6:30 am as runners gather by the waterfront park before heading out on their journey. Finishers will find themselves back in the same location where they started, and aid stations are well-placed along the course to ensure hydration and nutrition support. The weather forecast predicts an average temperature of 19.3°C with a range from 13.2°C to 25.4°C, feeling quite comfortable on race day.
The Nelson Police Memorial Run/Walk offers distances for all participants: the 10K run is along the waterfront; the 5K run/walk includes both options of running and walking; and the 1K fun run for kids allows families to participate together in a light-hearted race. Prices include t-shirts, medals, and other event perks.
To register, visit https://raceroster.com/events/2026/112499/nelson-police-memorial-runwalk. The registration fee is $55.76 for the 10K run, $45.03 for the 5K run/walk, and $12.82 for the 1K fun run for kids. Deadline to register online is September 1st.
Bibs can be picked up at Nelson City Hall from September 16th to 19th between 9 am and 7 pm. Bring photo ID along with a printed copy of your confirmation email or order number. The start location is the waterfront park, where age requirements are as follows: participants must be 13 years old for the 5K run/walk and 6 years old to participate in the 1K kids' fun run.
The Nelson Police Memorial Run/Walk is a chance to celebrate community spirit while supporting local education. This event matters because it honors two brave officers and their legacy, bringing together families and friends through sport and charity.