Question and Answers

Since 2024, both of our race loops have earned IAU Bronze Label certification, making Survivorfest a recognized event for athletes chasing national team standards and record-eligible performances.

LOOP A - 400m TRACK (IAU TRACK BRONZE LABEL)

• Limited to 70 athletes on the four inside lanes

• Certified 400-metre track at Strathcona Athletic Park

• Ideal for runners aiming for records or national team qualification

• Smooth, consistent surface for precision pacing

LOOP B - 1.69km COURSE (IAU ROAD BRONZE LABEL)

• Approximately 1.69 kilometres

• Combines track, pavement, and concrete surfaces

• Includes the outer three lanes of the same athletic track

• Offers more variety and flow — perfect for solo and relay runners

COURSE FEATURES

• Both loops are flat and fast, with minimal elevation change

• Coordinated direction changes every 4 hours (1PM, 5PM, 9PM, 1AM, 5AM) for 12- and 24-hour athletes, and every 3 hours for 6-hour athletes

• Fully stocked aid station beside the track with hot and cold drinks, plus meals and snacks throughout the 24-hour event

• Over 18 hours of music to keep energy high for athletes, volunteers, and spectators

• As tradition, “The Final Countdown” by Europe plays at 8:55 AM on Sunday to celebrate the final stretch

• If you’re aiming to qualify for your national team or set a record, please contact your national running organization (in Canada: Association of Canadian Ultramarathoners). Once confirmed, let us know — we’ll handle ACU paperwork and MCM Timing validation for you.

Since 2024, Fast Feet Fridays has been a free 6-week program for kids aged 4–16, helping them train for the Survivorfest Kids’ Races. In 2024, it filled up fast with 150 participants!

Registration:

Use “Register as a Guest” on UltraSignup to sign up children. Enter the athlete’s name and your contact info — no separate account required.

Kids’ Race Distances (Friday, June 12) Ages 4–8: 400m (Loop A – one lap of the track) — 6:00 PM

Ages 9–12: 1600m (Loop B) — 6:30 PM

Ages 13–16: 2000m (Loop B + Loop A) — 7:00 PM

* All ages 4-8 run together; older kids start slightly ahead for safety.

Get inspired and ready by checking out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SURVIVORFEST Featured videos: - 2025 Athlete Orientation

- 2024 Live Broadcast

- Dynamic Duos with Dave Proctor, Wayne Gaudet, Brenda Dryer & Andrea Gibson

- Del’s Jogs with Dogs – tips from 2022 Women’s Champion Del Salt

- Mike MacKenzie’s Survivorfest Experience and his Earthgroove Epic Vibe Share Double Slam.

For further questions, deferral requests, or media inquiries, please email rd@survivorfest24.com

Yes! Survivorfest proudly supports The Saffron Centre!

Link: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/79330?v1=true

You can make a donation during registration or set up your own fundraising page to make an even greater impact. We award the Al Howie Award to the top fundraiser each year — that athlete earns free race entry!

Past winners include:

• 2021 – Janelle Schultz-Jespersen

• 2022 – Mike MacKenzie

• 2023 – Stephen Mater

• 2024 – Wayne Gaudet

• 2025 – David Sinn