Sunday
May 26, 2024
5km & 10km – walk or run! The route follows the dyke trails in and out along the scenic Fraser River. NEW this year, a sponsored chip timing event by trioevents.ca. Professional photography by Jacob Mattson at no cost to participants. Custom made MAD Dashers Medal & Running Belt included to all live participants – limited to 175 runners/walkers – only 9 spots still available as of May 25th – don’t delay, sign-up today! Event is available to participate virtually and includes running bib. This is an event for runners, and walkers of all abilities.
Come out and Make A Difference for Diabetes!
New for 2024
– New route follows the dyke trails in and out along the scenic Fraser River. Fantastic course for running.
– Custom made medals! We went all out this year with a new unique custom design by Word Marketing.
– Chip timing by Trio Sport Events! Official chip timing & reader board for accurate times and placings.
– Professional Photography by Jacob Mattson Photography – Instagram @jacobmattsonphotography
– Youth rate – discounted rate for children 16 and under.
*Custom made MAD Dashers Medal & Running Belt included to all live participants – limited to 175.
**The dyke trails are a great hard-pack surface for running, that work well with any road running shoes. They also have the benefit of no cars and a mostly flat course that is good for setting PB’s (Personal Best Times), or simply walking and enjoying the scenery.
Support this amazing small town community fund raiser for diabetes – Make A Difference Dashers!
Open ceremonies 8:30am
5km & 10km start time: 9:00am
Register today:
Running Room Online Event Registration – 2024 Registration is Live! Click registration link or Sign Up button.
PARKING: Behind the shops or on Fraser Way. Do not park on Barnston View Road.
Race kit picks up: Saturday, May 25 @ the Running Room, Westwood Centre, 2748 Lougheed Hwy # 202
Port Coquitlam from 10am – 2pm
Prizes will be drawn after participants are in, fill out your bib tag and hand in event day at the check in booth.
Here’s a sample of some of the Prizes: Black Sheep Gift Certificates, Backyard Winery Gift Certificate, Save-On-Foods Gift Basket, Pampered Chef gift, Kal Tire Oil changes gift certificate! MAD Dashers way of saying ‘thank you’ for making a difference.
Donate today:
We are accepting donations through MDF Endurance. If you’re not able to make the event or would like to donate more for Diabetes Canada, click the following link: http://crm2.diabetes.ca/goto/MADDashers2024
In Support of Diabetes Canada – All funds raised from this event go to Diabetes Canada in support of 11-million Canadians living with diabetes or pre-diabetes.
Get Involved & Volunteer – Want to support us but can’t participate? No problem, get involved! We are seeking volunteers before and on event day.
Volunteer hours provided for high -school students. Go to our Contact page to get in touch with us.
MAD Dashers – Making a Difference for Diabetes
Starting Point Map Below – Opening Ceremonies at 8:30. Both the 5k and the 10k start at 9 AM.
Get your MAD Dashers – Dash for Diabetes Tank or T-Shirt! These are great running shirts – athletic, breathable, and moisture wicking.
CAD $40 Men or Women in Tank or T-shirt style. Order by May 3rd – while supplies last
Women’s T-Shirts and Tanks are athletic high performance moisture-wicking material that are breathable and top quality.
Men’s T-Shirts are stay-cool wicking ultrabreathable mesh (poly jacquard)
Adult Sizes: XS-XL
Proceeds go to Diabetes Canada.
Email to order: maddashers@yahoo.com – or register to participate in the 5km or 10km event & add your shirt at check out.