For 35 years, IMPACT Magazine has celebrated the people, stories and communities that keep Canada moving.
Now it is your turn to become part of the story.
Join runners and walkers across Canada and beyond for the IMPACT Magazine’s 35th Anniversary 35 KM Virtual Run. Complete 35 kilometres at your own pace, in your own place and on your own schedule—one kilometre at a time or all in one unforgettable effort.
Run. Walk. Explore. Celebrate.
Your Distance. Your Challenge. One Celebration.
Complete your 35 kilometres any time between registration and October 18, 2026.
Take part:
- On your own
- With friends, family or co-workers
- As part of another race or organized event
- Over several shorter outings
- In one complete 35 KM challenge
There is no required route, location or pace. What matters is reaching 35 kilometres and celebrating 35 years of movement with us.
How It Works
1. Register for the challenge
Secure your place below and get started.
2. Complete 35 kilometres
Run or walk wherever you are and track your distance using your preferred fitness app, watch or tracking method.
3. Submit your result
Upload your completed distance by October 18. Submission instructions will be sent to all registered participants.
4. Celebrate your achievement
Your limited-edition anniversary race package will be shipped directly to you.
Participants will also have the option to submit a finisher photo or selfie. Selected photos will be included in a special IMPACT Magazine anniversary feature this fall.
Prizes and Giveaways
Every registered participant will automatically be entered into our anniversary prize draws. We will be adding prizes weekly until October 18, 2026.
1 -Forerunner 70 valued at $349.99
1- Forerunner 170 valued at $419.99
1- Forerunner 170 Music valued at $489.99
DNQ limited-edition hats
Winners will be selected at random from all eligible registered participants and contacted after registration closes.
Early Bird Registration — $75
Your registration includes:
- A premium 35th Anniversary Race Kit
- A limited-edition IMPACT 35 KM T-Shirt
- Automatic entry into our sponsor prize draws
- Free shipping within Canada; shipping fees apply outside of Canada
Finish Together in Calgary
Calgary participants are invited to complete their final kilometre with the IMPACT community on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Glenmore Park.
Join us for an informal in-person celebration, group kilometre and anniversary photo as we recognize everyone who helped IMPACT reach this milestone.
Participation in the Calgary celebration is optional. Virtual participants from everywhere remain an important part of the event and the IMPACT story.
Be Part of the Next Chapter
Thirty-five years of stories.
Thirty-five kilometres of movement.
One community making an IMPACT.
Thank you, Canada, for being part of our journey.
Register for the IMPACT 35 KM Virtual Challenge today.
Join the IMPACT Strava Club
Connect with fellow participants, track your kilometres and follow everyone’s progress toward 35 KM. Join the IMPACT Strava Club to stay motivated, share your activities and celebrate each milestone with the community.
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