Whether you are an experienced runner or a beginner, the Reconciliation Run warmly welcomes you to join us in reflection and movement in honor of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We welcome participants of all skill levels to take part in this meaningful event.

YES — participants are welcome to walk or run the course! This year, we’re excited to offer an untimed registration option for those who wish to walk or casually run the course at their own pace.

You can register for the In-Person and Virtual Reconciliation Run by clicking the "Register Now" button on the event pages.

Registration for both the In-Person and Virtual Reconciliation Run is $50. If you are an MRA member, you will receive a $5 discount. However, if the registration fee presents a barrier for you or someone you know, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Beginning at approximately 12:00 p.m., all participants, community members, and guests are warmly invited to join a community gathering and feast at the Birdtail Sioux School (signage will be posted).

The official start time will be as close to 9:00 a.m. as possible. Prior to the start, a ceremony will take place beginning at 8:15 a.m., and the run will not begin until the ceremony has concluded. There will be a countdown leading up to the official start, which will be signaled by a siren or horn. As participants begin the run, they will be sent off with an honour song.

No — there are no age restrictions for the in-person, virtual or satellite run, but if a participant is under 18, registration must be completed by a parent or guardian.

Race kit pickup will take place on the morning of the run at the registration table between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m.

There will be a designated parking area within walking distance of the start line. Please note that this is a point-to-point course, so you will need to arrange for someone to transport you back to your vehicle in Birtle after the run. If you are unable to arrange a ride, please let us know in advance, and we will help arrange transportation for you.

You can drop off your bag of dry clothes and shower supplies at the registration table near the start line between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. We will transport your bag to the finish area for you. Please ensure your bag is clearly marked with your bib number using the tag provided to you at kit pickup.

Yes — there will be portable washrooms near the start area, at approximately halfway, and at the finish area.

The course starts on 9th street in Birtle, approximately 250 meters south of the former residential school. The course proceeds south through town, then continues on backcountry (gravel/dirt) roads to the outskirts of Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation. Turns will be marked with signs. There will be 1-2 people on bicycles to lead the runners at the front of the pack. We will have volunteers along the course in case you are in need of assistance.

Results will be based on gun time only (i.e., we will not be using chip timing). If you are prioritizing your time, please ensure you start at the official start time. Please note that if you start late, we cannot guarantee you will receive an official finish time, as we aim to be respectful of our volunteers’ time. To receive a time, you must be wearing your race bib on your torso or thigh when crossing the finish line — no bib = no time.

Final results will be submitted to the Manitoba Runners’ Association for publication on their website, and we aim to have this completed within 24 hours of the course closing. If you would like to know your finish time sooner, please speak to one of our volunteers at the finish area.

First aid and medical support will be available on the course. If you require assistance at any time, please notify one of our volunteers.

Yes — after the run, participants are welcome to shower and change at the Birdtail Sioux School on Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation. We will provide a shuttle service from the finish area to the school. If you wish to use this service, please inform the volunteers at the finish line.

Yes — every registered participant gets a Reconciliation Run medal.

No — unfortunately at this time we are unable to offer participants refunds.