Name: 13th Annual Winter Solstice Run
Start: 2025-12-13T08:00:00-08:00
Location: PocoTrail/TCT: Cedar Drive & Victoria Drive in Port Coquitlam, B.C.

A festive grassroots feel good event that will leave you feeling merry and bright!
A flat out & back route with beautiful river & snowcapped mountain views.
5km, 10km or 21km Run or Walk
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/16395587
(Classic map of route will also be posted)
Entry Fee: by donation (see below)
The Winter Solstice Run is all about raising community spirit: the spirits of the participants & the spirits of those in need in our local community.
We all know that this has been an especially tough few years and unfortunately, the number of those in need has continued to grow.
To participate, Winter Solstice Run participants are asked to make a donation to SHARE (online using the link below or in person the morning of the event) and/or to make a donation to the 'Shoe Gift Boxes' being assembled for the folks at the shelter at 3030 Gordon.
Here is how you can enter the fun:
**REGISTER and DONATE**
1) REGISTER
-simply click on the 'Going' button here on the event page
2) DONATE to:
a) SHARE: monetary donations online at
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/pages/13th-annual-winter-solstice-run/
b) 3030 Gordon: Shoe Gift Box for 72 folks
Items needed :
-gently used running shoes
-cozy slipper socks (sherpa lined for inside)
-headlamps (w/ batteries)
-disposable razors
-$5 Gift Card to Tim Hortons
*CONTACTLESS DROP OFF of these items can be done at:
13 Timbercrest Drive, Port Moody
-There will be a large bin on the front porch for donations.
Special Notes for WSR day:
-Dress in your festive best!
-This is a kiddo and dog friendly event
-Take fun photos along the way, share them to the Winter Solstice Run FB page and tag them #WSR2025
-Look for festive km markers along the route
Pick your distance, pick your donation, be festive and have fun!
Looking forward to raising some cheer with all of you!
Jennifer McIntosh
Run Director
Winter Solstice Run