More than 15,000 take part in Canada Army Run

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The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene Sunday as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.

With perfect weather, participants rolled, walked or ran past the city’s best-known landmarks, each earning a commemorative dog tag finisher medal.

The event raised funds and awareness for Soldier On and Support Our Troops, celebrating the spirit of community and support for Canadian veterans.

Photos by Ashley Fraser

Mikaela Andrews completed the Sergeant Major's Challenge, a 5K and a 10K, with a huge rucksack on her back.
Mikaela Andrews completed the Sergeant Major’s Challenge, a 5K and a 10K, with a huge rucksack on her back. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Gilbert Anctil pushed to finish his 10K race Sunday morning.
Gilbert Anctil pushed to finish his 10K race Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Catchy signs were spotted along the course Sunday morning.
Catchy signs were spotted along the course Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 5K Soldier On group lined up at the front of the start line Sunday morning.
The 5K Soldier On group lined up at the front of the start line Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Chad Geraghty took part in the 5K and the 10K races Sunday morning.
Chad Geraghty took part in the 5K and the 10K races Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Mike Hall was all smiles as he was started his 5K run Sunday morning.
Mike Hall was all smiles as he was started his 5K run Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
A bagpiper helped kick things off Sunday morning as the runners hit the streets.
A bagpiper helped kick things off Sunday morning as the runners hit the streets. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Stephanie Eikenberry took part in the 5K and 10K Sergeant Major's Challenge.
Stephanie Eikenberry took part in the 5K and 10K Sergeant Major’s Challenge. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Amanda Stirling got her watch ready to go before heading out for the first of her two Sergeant Major's Challenge runs.
Amanda Stirling got her watch ready to go before heading out for the first of her two Sergeant Major’s Challenge runs. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Sandra Perron, the founder and president of The Pepper Pod and Canada's first female infantry officer, was on the sidelines cheering on her friends on course.
Sandra Perron, the founder and president of The Pepper Pod and Canada’s first female infantry officer, was on the sidelines cheering on her friends on course. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Some runners broke out the costumes to make things a little extra fun.
Some runners broke out the costumes to make things a little extra fun. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 10K Soldier On wave hit the course Sunday morning.
The 10K Soldier On wave hit the course Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Part of the course passed landmarks such as Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial.
Part of the course passed landmarks such as Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Part of the course passed landmarks such as Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial. Oliver McHugh was all smiles as he cruised past Parliament.
Part of the course passed landmarks such as Parliament Hill and the National War Memorial. Oliver McHugh was all smiles as he cruised past Parliament. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
With perfect weather, participants rolled, walked or ran past the city's best-known landmarks, each earning a commemorative dog tag finisher medal.
With perfect weather, participants rolled, walked or ran past the city’s best-known landmarks, each earning a commemorative dog tag finisher medal. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
It was a stunning morning with warm sunshine and a cool breeze to help runners with a great event.
It was a stunning morning with warm sunshine and a cool breeze to help runners with a great event. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Soldier On participants, including Jens Kull with their dog, kicked off the 5K event Sunday morning.
Soldier On participants, including Jens Kull with their dog, kicked off the 5K event Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Keith Savage took part in the Sergeant Major's Challenge that included the 5K and 10K races.
Keith Savage took part in the Sergeant Major’s Challenge that included the 5K and 10K races. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Mayor Mark Sutcliffe did not run Sunday morning, but he was still on hand to cheer on runners.
Mayor Mark Sutcliffe did not run Sunday morning, but he was still on hand to cheer on runners. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 10K runners flew off the start line Sunday morning.
The 10K runners flew off the start line Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Catchy signs were spotted along the course Sunday morning.
Catchy signs were spotted along the course Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Emily Misurec had her headphones ready for her 10K race Sunday.
Emily Misurec had her headphones ready for her 10K race Sunday. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Asli Nart Bolca made her way to the finish line of the 5K run.
Asli Nart Bolca made her way to the finish line of the 5K run. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Runners crossed the finish line, hand in hand, beaming with pride.
Runners crossed the finish line, hand in hand, beaming with pride. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Rhita Kholte was all smiles part way through her 10K race.
Rhita Kholte was all smiles part way through her 10K race. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
There was a speed and distance for everyone to be able to partake in Sunday's event. Janice Mackenzie and Heather Walters finished the 5K race filled with smiles as they walked arm in arm.
There was a speed and distance for everyone to be able to partake in Sunday’s event. Janice Mackenzie and Heather Walters finished the 5K race filled with smiles as they walked arm in arm. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Emily Setlack was the first woman to finish the 10K race Sunday morning.
Emily Setlack was the first woman to finish the 10K race Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Greg Garber took part in the Sergeant Major's Challenge which was a 5K and a 10K race back to back.
Greg Garber took part in the Sergeant Major’s Challenge which was a 5K and a 10K race back to back. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Some runners needed a little extra help at the end of their race.
Some runners needed a little extra help at the end of their race. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon.
The 2024 Canada Army Run transformed downtown Ottawa into a vibrant scene as more than 15,000 runners and walkers tackled distances ranging from 5K to a half marathon. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Lt.-Col. Sandra Levesque gave good friend Stephany Lura a hug after completing her run.
Lt.-Col. Sandra Levesque gave good friend Stephany Lura a hug after completing her run. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
The first hand cyclist to finish the half marathon got a high-five from military that lined the course.
The first hand cyclist to finish the half marathon got a high-five from military that lined the course. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Daniel Ribi was the first-place finisher in the half marathon Sunday morning.
Daniel Ribi was the first-place finisher in the half marathon Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Gilbert Anctil pushed to finish his 10K race Sunday morning.
Gilbert Anctil pushed to finish his 10K race Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Meghan Foottit was the first female to finish the half marathon Sunday morning.
Meghan Foottit was the first female to finish the half marathon Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Meghan Foottit was the first female to finish the half marathon Sunday morning.
Meghan Foottit was the first female to finish the half marathon Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Michael Del Giudice finished the half marathon in just over an hour and 20 minutes.
Michael Del Giudice finished the half marathon in just over an hour and 20 minutes. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
A group of women finished the 10K hand in hand as they crossed the finish line.
A group of women finished the 10K hand in hand as they crossed the finish line. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Nicolas Fleming finished the 10K with a rucksack on their back Sunday.
Nicolas Fleming finished the 10K with a rucksack on their back Sunday. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Monica Elliott finished the 10K race with a huge rucksack on their back.
Monica Elliott finished the 10K race with a huge rucksack on their back. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Runners had the warm sun on them as they came down Sussex, the last stretch of the half marathon before climbing the hill up past the Fairmont Château Laurier to the finish line.
Runners had the warm sun on them as they came down Sussex, the last stretch of the half marathon before climbing the hill up past the Fairmont Château Laurier to the finish line. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Runners had the warm sun on them as they came down Sussex, the last stretch of the half marathon before climbing the hill up past the Fairmont Château Laurier to the finish line.
Runners had the warm sun on them as they came down Sussex, the last stretch of the half marathon before climbing the hill up past the Fairmont Château Laurier to the finish line. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Runners had the warm sun on them as they came down Sussex, the last stretch of the half marathon before climbing the hill up past the Fairmont Château Laurier to the finish line.
Runners had the warm sun on them as they came down Sussex, the last stretch of the half marathon before climbing the hill up past the Fairmont Château Laurier to the finish line. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Laura Milsom, Lincoln Ferrabee and Sean MacKinney were so close to finishing their 10K when they were spotted in the warm sunshine on the last kilometre of their race.
Laura Milsom, Lincoln Ferrabee and Sean MacKinney were so close to finishing their 10K when they were spotted in the warm sunshine on the last kilometre of their race. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia
Harjit Sajjan, minister of Emergency Preparedness of Canada, is seen after finishing the half marathon Sunday morning.
Harjit Sajjan, minister of Emergency Preparedness of Canada, is seen after finishing the half marathon Sunday morning. Photo by Ashley Fraser /Postmedia

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