Compass Run for Food 2026

Compass Run for Food 2026 takes place on June 13, 2026 in Orangeville, Ontario. Organized by Mike Braun and the Compass Run for Food team, the event has run annually since 2014 and reports nearly $600,000 given to local food programs and thousands of participants since its inception.

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The event is offered as an in‑person day at Island Lake Conservation Area with a virtual option that can be completed anywhere during June. Distances include a 10.5K run (ages 10+), a 5K run/walk (all ages) and a free 0.5K Kids Challenge for children age 9 and under. Race weekend logistics include early kit pick‑up on Friday, June 12 (4:00–7:00 pm), race‑day kit pick‑up starting at 8:00 am, opening ceremonies at 9:00 am, the Kids Challenge at 9:15 am, the 10.5K at 9:20 am and the 5K at 9:30 am; results presentations follow in the late morning.

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What sets Compass Run for Food apart is its charitable focus and community atmosphere: 100% of registration fees support food security initiatives across Dufferin County, and the organizers have a stated goal of donating $80,000 in 2026. Courses run largely on flat, groomed trails with forest and lake views inside Island Lake Conservation Area, and the event includes team and school challenges to rally local groups and families.

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Runners can register at the official event site; standard entry fees for the 5K and 10.5K start at CA$35, the Kids Challenge is free, and a team discount is available (discounted checkout price shown during registration). Register by April 30 to receive a personalized bib with a Team Name printed.

• Start/finish and primary course location: Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville, Ontario.
• Terrain: primarily flat, groomed multi‑use trails with packed surfaces suitable for running and walking.
• Key scenery: mixed forest trails with multiple lake viewpoints inside the conservation area.
• Distances offered on course: 10.5K run, 5K run/walk, plus a separate 0.5K Kids Challenge.
• No on‑course water stations—participants should carry their own water; emergency water is available from organizers.

• All proceeds to local food programs: 100% of race fees fund food security initiatives and school nutrition programs across Dufferin County.
• Flat, groomed trails: Course runs primarily on well-maintained, mostly flat trails through Island Lake Conservation Area with forest and lake views.
• Free Kids Challenge: 0.5K Kids Challenge for children age 9 and under is offered at no charge.
• Chip‑timed results and post‑race refreshments: In‑person participants receive chip‑timed personal results and on‑site refreshments with a results ceremony.
• Team and School Challenges: Team discounts and a School Challenge encourage group fundraising and friendly competition (personalized bibs available if registered by April 30).