The Hybrid Heart: 5K & 10K Trail Race

INTRODUCING HYBRID HEART

5K & 10K Trail Race

Sunday, October 25, 2026
Wesley Clover Parks, Ottawa

A new community trail race bringing athletes, vendors, and communities together in memory of Carole Rocheleau and in support of the Ottawa Cancer Foundation!

100% of net proceeds go to The Ottawa Cancer Foundation

THE FOUNDING EDITION: TWO APPROACHABLE DISTANCES

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

SATURDAY OCTOBER 24:

• Race Village opens: Race Village and bib pickup begins at Wesley Clover Parks.
• Vendor and community partner activations: Engage with local businesses and organizations.
• Participant bib pickup: Collect your identification for the race.

Exact Saturday hours TBA.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 25:

• 8:00 a.m.: Race Village opens
• 9:00 a.m.: 5K race begins
• 9:20 a.m.: 10K race begins
• 11:00 a.m.: Awards presentation
• 1:00 p.m.: Event concludes

MOVED BY ONE

Hybrid Heart was created in memory of Carole Rocheleau, mother of Race Director and Hybrid Hobbyist Tyler Booth, who passed away following her fight with cancer.

Following Carole’s passing, Tyler’s teammates rallied around him and dedicated their shared endurance journey to her memory. With the support of friends, family and Ottawa’s athletic community, the Hybrid Hobbyists raised more than $26,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society.

Hybrid Heart is the next chapter of that journey.

“My mom is the reason this exists.”
Tyler Booth, Race Director

MADE OF MANY

The “Hybrid” in our name represents everyone invited to take part.

Runners. Lifters. Cyclists. Rowers. Team-sport athletes. Local businesses. Sporting brands. Community organizations. People moving for different reasons, brought together by one shared purpose.

Hybrid Heart begins as a trail race, but its vision extends beyond a single distance or discipline. We are building an annual movement where different athletic communities can come together, honour the people who move us and create a measurable impact in our city.

One event. Many communities. One heart.

Get Involved

Hybrid Heart is being made possible by the people, businesses and organizations choosing to build it with us. Whether it's at the race village, elevating the event through financial or in-kind contributions, or as a volunteer, opportunities exist to help us build a better and safer experience!

To apply as a vendor, sponsor, or volunteer, please send an email to hybrid.heart.ottawa@gmail.com.

OUR COMMITMENT

100% of net proceeds from Hybrid Heart will be donated to the Ottawa Cancer Foundation.

Participants will also have the opportunity to create individual fundraising pages and raise charitable donations beyond their race registration.

Every registration, partnership and donation helps the Ottawa Cancer Foundation provide local programs and services for people affected by cancer in our community.

Learn more about the Ottawa Cancer Foundation

For more information about the race, visit race details here.