Gare di 5K vicino a Vaughan

The PUMA Toronto Women's Fall 8K/5K is a road race in Toronto, Ontario, for women, offering 8K and 5K distances; the 8K is also listed as 5 miles. It takes place on a Saturday in early October, serving as a late-season event for assessing fitness, building stamina, or concluding the running season with a distance shorter than a half marathon. The course follows Toronto park paths, with aid stations provided. A Firefighters stop is noted as a popular feature. The race is open to elite runners and first-timers, positioning it as a community event rather than a strictly competitive one. Registration includes a PUMA running hat, a finisher medal, and entry to the post-race gathering.

La Ajax Waterfront Race inizia e finisce a Rotary Park su Lake Driveway West a Ajax, Ontario, vicino al lungolago di Lake Ontario. Questo evento di corsa autunnale propone una Kids 1km, una 5km, una 15km e una 20k Challenge per chi vuole fare la 5km e la 15km lo stesso giorno. Il percorso è pensato per diversi tipi di runner. Le famiglie possono venire per la gara dei bambini e le distanze più corte, mentre chi si allena per una maratona autunnale può usare la 15km o la 20k Challenge come un allenamento mirato. L'evento, alla sua seconda edizione, sostiene Community Living Ajax Pickering and Whitby.

Run for Newmarket is a local charity race held at Fairy Lake Park in Newmarket, Ontario. It features short distances designed for a relaxed local morning. The event includes a 1K Fun Walk, a 3K Run, and a 5K Run, allowing participants to select from a family walk to a moderate running challenge. The 1K walk is open to all, including parents, children, grandparents, and larger family groups. The 3K run is suitable for novice runners, and the 5K offers experienced runners a chance to increase their pace. The race benefits local charities such as CHATS, the York Region Food Network, and the Southlake Foundation.

The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, held in October, is Canada's largest marathon event. It includes a marathon, half marathon, and 5K race. The marathon and half marathon begin together at 8:00 AM, with the 5K starting at 9:00 AM on the preceding day. The race information does not provide a course map, but the event's focus is on its waterfront setting in Toronto. The marathon and half marathon are sold out, but 5K registrations are still open. Marathon Tours is a participating entity, and TCS serves as the title sponsor.

La TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon è una maratona su strada che si corre a Toronto, Ontario, Canada, a ottobre. È una maratona completa di 42.2 km, non come quelle corsette più corte che si fanno in città, e il suo spirito è molto legato agli eventi di corsa lungo il waterfront e in centro a Toronto. Le informazioni che ci sono non danno una mappa dettagliata strada per strada del percorso, ma mettono in evidenza un programma di beneficenza bello grosso legato alla gara. L'obiettivo di raccolta fondi è CA$2 milioni, sostenuto da un sacco di organizzazioni che partecipano. Tra queste ci sono Action Against Hunger Canada, ALS Society of Canada, Alzheimer Society of Toronto, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto, CAMH Foundation, Daily Bread Food Bank, Diabetes Canada, Doctors Without Borders Canada, e poi un bel po' di altri gruppi che si occupano di malattie, disabilità, sicurezza alimentare, benessere dei bambini e supporto alla comunità.

The New Tecumseth Memorial Run/Walk is a community 5K run and walk held at PPG Park in Alliston, Ontario. The main event welcomes runners and walkers, with organizers permitting dogs and strollers, making it resemble a local family gathering more than a competitive race. A kids fun run precedes the 5K, offering a separate event for younger participants on the park grounds. Proceeds benefit the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation. 5K registration includes a timed bib, medal, and shirt, while the kids event includes a bib, timing, and finisher medal. Race-day registration is permitted, and a vendor village is available for spectators and families to explore while they wait and cheer.

The Art In Motion 10K/5K/2K is a fall race weekend held at Boyd Conservation Area in Vaughan, Ontario. It offers in-person 10K, 5K, and 2K races, along with a virtual option for those unable to attend. This event is in its tenth year and benefits the SickKids Foundation, the Division of Rheumatology at SickKids Hospital in Toronto, and the Dr. Bonnie Cameron Post-Secondary Scholarship. The race takes place in Boyd Conservation Park, located on Islington Avenue near Woodbridge and Kleinburg. A VIP finish is connected to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Runners, families, and supporters gather for the event, which focuses on fundraising for children with arthritis. Participants can direct their contributions to either SickKids or the scholarship fund, with incentives like free entry or a VIP swag bag available for top fundraisers.

The Toronto Railway Club Social 5k is a fall run/walk held at Wilket Creek Park in Toronto. The gathering point is Picnic Area #2 on Leslie Street in North York. The event centers on a 5K community race, but also offers a 2.5K option and a walk, allowing participation without the pressure of a competitive race. The organization is practical, featuring chip timing, a marshalled course, a staffed water station, nearby parking, and a commemorative finisher medal. The route begins on the main park road heading south, goes under Eglinton Avenue, and incorporates a loop through E.T. Seton Park. Participants come from the Toronto Railway Club’s network, meaning friends, colleagues, and industry partners share the course together. The event also supports the WTS Canadian Education Foundation, connecting the run to transportation-sector education.

The Oakville Remembrance Trail Run is a fall event held in Oakville, Ontario, offering 5 km and 11 km routes along the 16 Mile Creek trails. The event coincides with Remembrance Day, bringing together runners and walkers focused on fitness, community, and supporting those who have served. All proceeds benefit Wounded Warriors Canada, specifically for mental health support for veterans, first responders, and their families. The run starts in Lions Valley. The shorter route provides an accessible option, while the 11 km route offers a more challenging run through the valley. The inaugural event attracted 200 participants and raised over $20,000. The addition of the 5 km distance now accommodates families, walkers, and less experienced trail runners. The event's purpose is to gather in Oakville to honor Canadian veterans, support first responders, and raise awareness for the mental health challenges these groups face.

The Beneva Mississauga Marathon takes place in Mississauga each spring, offering a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The marathon course is known for its speed, qualifying runners for Boston, and appeals to those aiming for a standard as well as participants seeking a shorter city race. With over twenty years of history, the event emphasizes health, commitment, and community, extending beyond just the marathon distance. The course winds through Mississauga's core, featuring the city centre, the Credit River environs, and the University of Toronto campus. An official app allows spectators to send Cheer Zone messages and track participants in real-time. Runners can access course maps, race information, and updates within the same application. The variety of distances unites marathoners, half marathoners, 10K and 5K runners, families, and local spectators for a shared race weekend.