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We are dedicated to supporting our running community! That support involves everything from offering running programs led by top-notch coaches, procuring top of the line running shoes, equipment, and nutrition, and sponsoring fantastic local races. Take a look at the exciting races that BlackToe will be sponsoring in 2019!
A new race for us to sponsor this year, the Bum Run is a not-for-profit organization founded in Toronto with the goal of raising awareness about colon cancer screening. All proceeds from this 5km run/walk event go towards one of several colon cancer related charities, all of which work hard on preventative detection efforts, raising awareness, and supporting patients. This might be the only race where everybody is thinking more about #2 than #1! Join the run and love your bum!
The Divas Running Series is one of the most fun and empowering women’s running series’ in the nation. This race is all about celebrating the achievements and advancements that women have made in athletics. Take the ferry over to Toronto Island for a picture-perfect 5km or half-marathon summer race, and soak in all the good vibes and girl power! Men are welcome to run, or just come out to cheer on the women in their lives. Proceeds from the Divas Run goes towards breast cancer research, screening, and treatments. New this year will be awards for Women’s Club Champions – ladies, register your run club and bring your speed, unique group costumes, and energy!
We are thrilled to announce that we are the official retail partner for the Pride & Remembrance Run this year 🌈🌈🌈! We have always supported this race in our own way so we are proud to be officially on board. If you haven’t run this fun and inclusive race, join us this summer. We know you will be hooked!!
Calling all bookworms! Shakespeare Runs the Night (formerly known as ‘A Midsummer Night’s Run,’ but would a race by any other name not sound as sweet?) is a unique summer evening race, offering 15km and 30km options. Dress up as your favourite Shakespearean character if you are so inclined, or just enjoy racing on a warm summer night in Toronto. Kit pickup at BlackToe Running is available for this BRC event.
Join us at the festive Tannenbaum 10k to finish off a year of fabulous races! This flat, fast, and fun course is decked out with pacer elves and holiday cheer. Proceeds from the race benefits Centre 55’s Share a Christmas Program, helping feed and deliver meals and toys to 1000 homes each Christmas. Kit pickup at BlackToe Running is available for this BRC event.
A race that is near and dear to our hearts is the Achilles St. Patrick’s Day Run. With both 5km and 10km options, this run/walk race helps kick off the first Sunday morning of spring with Irish chili, an ice cold beer, and St. Patrick’s Day fun. Donations from the Achilles Run benefits Achilles Canada – a non-profit organization that provides people with various disabilities an opportunity to receive the physical, psychological, and communal benefits of running.
BlackToe is committed to supporting this vulnerable community through other programs, such as Good Foot Delivery – a delivery service employing people with developmental disabilities and providing them with tools to find meaningful work.
