Run The Great Lakes 2026

Run The Great Lakes 2026 takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM EDT from Delta Hotels Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront on Saint Mary's River Drive in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. This community fundraising event features a 10K, 5K, 2K, and 1K Kids Run, with 100% of registration fees donated to two local charities: ARCH Hospice and Sault Area Hospital Foundation, supporting end-of-life care and healthcare equipment needs in the Algoma district.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• Registration: Includes event t-shirt if registered by May 28th.
• Award Categories (Male and Female): Under 9 (5K only), 10-11 (5K only), 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+. Awards are presented to 1st place finishers in each category.
• Kids Run: Kids of all ages are welcome. The Kids Run promotes camaraderie, healthy benefits, and fun.
• Charitable Impact: 100% of registration fees are donated to two local charities: ARCH Hospice and Sault Area Hospital Foundation.
• ARCH Hospice: Provides quality, compassionate end-of-life care to Algoma District families at no cost. The organization is only partially government-funded, requiring $850,000 annually in community support and over 140 volunteers.
• Sault Area Hospital Foundation: Supports healthcare needs by providing the hospital with medical equipment, tools, and technology. The Foundation aims to provide $5 million annually to replace aging equipment, purchase innovative technology, and expand services.
• Fundraising Progress: CA$109.73 raised for Sault Area Hospital Foundation (69% of goal), and CA$171.48 raised for ARCH (77% of goal).
• Sponsors: 10K sponsored by Canadian Tire, 5K sponsored by Great Lakes Honda, Kids Run sponsored by Northern Credit Union.
• Course Maps: Available separately for 5K, 10K, and Kids Run.

Route and Atmosphere:

• Scenic Setting: Start and finish at Delta Hotels Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront on Saint Mary's River Drive, offering beautiful waterfront views of the St. Mary's River and the Great Lakes region.
• Terrain: Road course suitable for runners and walkers of all levels, with flat and accessible routes.
• Family-Friendly: Dedicated 1K and 2K Kids Runs encourage family participation and introduce young children to running in a supportive environment.
• Community Spirit: A fundraising event that brings the Sault Ste. Marie community together to support two vital local charities. Every participant directly contributes to end-of-life care and hospital equipment in the Algoma district.
• Atmosphere: Positive, inclusive, and purpose-driven – celebrating health, community, and generosity.
• Spectator Experience: Friends and family can cheer at the Delta Hotels waterfront start/finish area, with easy access to parking, amenities, and scenic views.

Run The Great Lakes 2026 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario – featuring 10K, 5K, 2K, and 1K distances – donates 100% of registration fees to ARCH Hospice and Sault Area Hospital Foundation, supporting compassionate end-of-life care and essential hospital equipment for the Algoma community.