Orange Shirt Day Run/Walk Saskatoon

Event Overview

• Event Name: 3rd Annual Orange Shirt Day Run/Walk
• Date: September 30, 2026
• Location: Avenue F S, Saskatoon, SK
• Race URL: Register here

Purpose of the Event

• Honor: To honor our little ancestors who did not survive the Residential school era.
• Support: To show support for survivors seeking healing and justice.
• Fundraising: To raise funds for Orangeshirtday.org and local grassroots movements.
• Promotion: To promote and support Indigenous athletes in Saskatchewan.

Event Features

• Course: The event is a trail run on the beautiful Meewasin trail.
• Scenery: Winding through Victoria park and adjacent parks alongside the Saskatchewan river.
• Distances: Options include 5km, 10km, and a 2.15km walk/stroll/run for Elders and Kids.
• Start/Finish Line: Located at "The Coming Spring" monument in Victoria park.

Important Context

• Commission Findings: More than 4,100 Indigenous children estimated to have perished due to Residential schools.
• Ongoing Investigations: Thousands more unmarked gravesites have been discovered near former Residential schools.
• Call to Action: Join us on September 30th to spread the TRUTH.
• Motto: Proclaim loudly that, "EVERY CHILD MATTERS!!!!"

Community Engagement

• Collective Action: Let's RunConiliAction together.
• Community Focus: Emphasizing unity and remembrance.
• Participation: Everyone is welcome to join in this significant event.
• Additional Info: Cancellation policy can be found on our website Indigenousrunner.com.