19TH ANNUAL

Run Hike for Hospice

The 19th Annual Run Hike for Hospice, presented by RSM Canada, is more than a walk or run. It’s a chance to come together in memory, in support, and in community.

Your participation, whether you walk, run, donate, or fundraise, directly supports comfort, care, and connection for those facing end-of-life journeys in Central Alberta.

$60,000

Help us reach our fundraising goal!

  • June 7, 2026

  • 9:00 am

  • Bower Ponds

REGISTER

Choose to Run or Hike 1km, 3km or 5km along the beautiful trails surrounding Bower Ponds. Registration fee is $25 and is free for kids ages 12 and under. Individuals that register before May 15th will receive a FREE t-shirt! All kids registered will receive an adult small t-shirt.

FUNDRAISE

Participants can help support Red Deer Hospice by collecting pledges & fundraising on our behalf.  CanadaHelps.ca makes it easy for you to collect donations online. You can even customize your fundraising page and share about your personal connection to Red Deer Hospice.

Don’t want to fundraise yourself? Donate to one of our Hikers or Runners that is already registered by clicking on their page link. 

CONNECT

What else can you do to celebrate the life of a loved one & raise awareness around end of life care in central Alberta?:

  • Print off one of our pre-made window hangers to help let your neighbors know you are supporting Red Deer Hospice.
  • Have someone you are Running or Hiking in honor of?  Feel free to email us a picture along with their name and we will share it with everyone in our public “In Honour Of Album” (found on our Facebook Page).
  • Make a connection with us on social media by tagging @RedDeerHospice on Facebook or @rdhospice on Instagram & using the #hikeforhospicerd2026 or #runforhospicerd2026

For more information, contact our Special Event Coordinator at 403-309-4344 ext. 101 or by email.

EVENT DAY

  • 9:00AM

    Check In & Race Package Pick Up
    On Site Registrations Accepted
    Offline Pledge Drop Off
    Interactive Entertainment
    Complimentary Pre-Race Snacks Thanks to our Generous Community Partners

  • 10:00AM

    Welcome & Warm Up
    Race Start (1km, 3km, 5km staggered start times)

  • 11:00AM

    Complimentary Lunch Thanks to our Generous Community Partners
    Interactive Entertainment

FAQ’S

  • Pledges

    Thank you for fundraising on behalf of Red Deer Hospice. We encourage pledge collection through our online platform. Offline pledges can also be turned in at the registration tent on event day.

  • In Honour

    Visit our Memorial table to design your own placard if you are running in honour of a loved one.

  • Weather

    Our event will go rain or shine. Weather in Alberta can be unpredictable so please dress accordingly.

  • Parking

    Parking onsite is available southwest of the Cronquist House and overflow parking is located west of Setters Place.

  • Timing

    We encourage anyone interested in their time/results to utilize their own personal device.

  • Hydration

    Water stations on location mean you can help us help the environment by filling your own reusable bottles.

  • Children

    Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian but routes are all stroller friendly.

  • Dogs

    Dogs are welcome at Run Hike, but must be kept on a leash at all times.

Presenting Sponsor

 

Runners Lane Sponsor

 

Finish Line Sponsor

 

5KM Route Sponsor

 

Compassion Sponsors

 

Community Partners

 

Proudly Promoted By

 

The Red Deer Hospice Society is incorporated as a not-for-profit society in the province of Alberta and intends to raise an estimated amount of $70,000 on the Run Hike for the Red Deer Hospice Society fundraising event. Projected fundraising costs for the event are 10%. Funds raised will be used to provide enhanced resident comfort and care. For further information, please contact our Executive Director at (403)309-4344, 99 Arnot Ave Red Deer, AB T4R 3S6. Charitable Registration No. 86645 0547 RR0001.