Runway Run 2018
Thank you to all participants for helping to make the 11th Annual Runway Run a success. Together with our event participants, sponsors, participants, and community and employee volunteers, we've raised
$100,000 for the benefit of the community through
Propeller Project.
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Where do the raised funds go?
The Runway Run is our annual fundraising event benefitting Propeller Project, Toronto Pearson’s community investment program. It has a long history of providing funding and support to local organizations that enhance community life, with a focus on providing employment support in neighbourhoods around our airport.
A portion of proceeds raised go directly to the Propeller Project and towards sustaining this fantastic fundraising event year after year for the enjoyment of the community.
Where does the run take place?
The Run takes place on Runway 06R-24L with the kick-off starting at our Airside Maintenance Facility (AMF) located at 3045 Electra Court.
Mississauga Transit or TTC will take you to the corner of Convair Drive and Renforth Drive. From there it is about a seven-minute walk to our AMF building, where our event kicks off with check in and warm up. From there, you will be escorted to the runway for the 5K Run/2K Walk. There will be plenty of signage once onsite to direct you to parking.
Registration
We’ve partnered with The Running Room and on-line registration is coordinated through its website.
Registration for the 2019 run will open this summer.
Registration is required in advance. Because of security requirements, we can't accommodate anyone who has not pre-registered.
Registration fee
There is a registration fee to participate in the 5K Run and 2K Walk. Participants will receive a complimentary T-shirt and medal with entry.
Information on the fees for the 2019 run will be available this summer.
Volunteer
Information on volunteering for the 2019 run will be available this summer.
Contact us
For more information on the 5K or 2K events, email us at runwayrun@gtaa.com or call (416) 776-6786.
Before race day questions
Due to the security requirements of hosting this event on airport property, attendees of all ages must pay for registration if they plan on attending Runway Run, either as a participant or a spectator.
If you are accompanying participants without having registered, you will be welcome to enjoy the festivities in the Airfield Maintenance Facility, but will not be able to head out to the runway.
Race kits must be picked up in advance. Pick up locations and times will be communicated before the next run.
Please note race kits will not be distributed at the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) Administrative building.
Yes, when they come to Race Kit Pickup they will have to show your registration confirmation with the name of the original registrant. They will also have to show their I.D. so we can track who picked up the race kit.
Select the “=Youth” option from the drop-down menu to register children, aged 5 years old and younger, for the 2K walk. The cost for child registration is $10.
You can bring a stroller or a wagon for any child that is registered as a participant in the 2K event.
Race day questions
Yes, we encourage everyone to come participate! Please note that we do not have wheelchairs or device walkers available, individuals must bring their own.
The only animals permitted at the event are service animals.
A participant requiring a service animal must remain with their animal at all times, or ask an accompanying family member or friend to remain with the animal. For their safety, the animal must always be on a leash.
Yes, however parking is limited and offered on a first-come first-served basis. Participants may have to park a short distance away from the building. Space fills up quickly, so carpooling and public transportation is recommended.
The Runway Run can take place if it rains, however, it may be delayed up to two hours. If after two hours the weather has not let up, the run will be cancelled. The delay or cancellation will be communicated on event day via Toronto Pearson’s Facebook and Twitter pages. In the event a cancellation, registration fees will not be refunded and will be contributed to community development programs through the Propeller Project.
5K/2K Participants should plan to arrive at our Airside Maintenance Facility (AMF) located at 3045 Electra Court by 8:00 am for welcome, warm up and security briefing. The Welcome Centre at the AMF opens at 7:30 am.
There will be free water and fruit stations on site. Participants are allowed to bring their own food and drinks as long as they dispose of any garbage before leaving the Welcome Centre – potential debris is not permitted on the airfield. Bring a refillable water bottle or cannister and you can refill it onsite.
