Marathon

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is Canada’s premier running event and the grand finale of the Canada Running Series (CRS).

Since 2017, the race has served as the Athletics Canada national marathon championship race and has doubled as the Olympic trials.

The Canada Running Series stages experiences for runners of all levels, from Canadian Olympians to recreational and charity runners. With a mission of “building community through the sport of running.”

To learn more about the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, visit torontowaterfrontmarathon.com.

The in-person TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon (in-person: 42 km, 21 km and 5 km distances inclusive) is Oct. 16. All routes are in Toronto and end on Bay Street, just north of Queen Street.

In 2021, participants raised more than $3.08 million much-needed funds for 151 official charity partners. In fact, since the TCS Charity Challenge began in 2003, more than $48 million has been raised. The runners’ commitment to fundraising has made a significant impact in communities.

All donations raised by Team Believe benefit Children Believe programs.

Proceeds from this event will help break barriers to creating healthy, educated and empowered communities. You’ll be helping children access knowledge, training and opportunities to raise their voices and make positive change.

You’ll provide life essentials, such as clean water, healthy food and safe places to grow and play. And, you’ll support the greatest tool we have in our global movement for change: education.

Yes, Race kit pickup will take place during the Toronto Waterfront Marathon Expo held at the Enercare Centre, Hall D, from Oct. 14 to 15. It will be available for everyone taking part in the in-person event.

Yes. Water and Nuun hydrating products will be available on the course and at the finish line. For more information, visit torontowaterfrontmarathon.com.

The finish line for the in-person events will be on Bay Street, just north of Queen Street.

Yes! We would love to have you cheer on the team. Please email teambelieve@childrenbelieve.ca for more details.

Strollers will be permitted for the in-person 5 km run/walk only. Please note: the individual in the stroller will not receive a finisher’s medal unless they are a registered participant and wearing a race bib.

Participants requiring the use of a wheelchair are permitted. Yes, you can participate with a support person. For details, please contact info@canadarunningseries.com.

Team Believe runners need to complete an application, before registering for the race. Once the application is approved, runners will receive our charity gift code to enter during checkout. Next, the participant should click the blue “Join Team Believe” button on this page to register for the race and create a personal fundraising webpage! Get started today.

No. Official charity runners with Team Believe don’t pay registrations fees; they’re required to fundraise a minimum amount for Children Believe to join the team.

Thank you for the support. You can donate here.

Yes, baggage check will be available on race day.

Yes, tax receipts will be issued for donations of $20 or more. Every February, Children Believe sends official donation receipts for income-tax purposes. If you have not received the receipt, or need a replacement copy, contact our donor-care team at 1.800.263.5437 or askus@childrenbelieve.ca.

The race will go on rain or shine.

Absolutely! Thank you so much in your interest in participating. We’re interested in partnering with you. Please contact Mario Palmer at teambelieve@childrenbelieve.ca for more information.

For complete event details, visit torontowaterfrontmarathon.com.