2027 Run for L'Arche

Run for L’Arche brings our community together in celebration of inclusion, friendship, and purpose, supporting people with intellectual disabilities through every step taken. Together, we continue to

Create a World Where Everyone Belongs.

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April 10, 2027

Run for L’Arche 2027

Registration opens November 14, 2026!

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Run for L’Arche is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of inclusion, community, and friendship in support of people with intellectual disabilities. Now in its 17th year, this annual event remains L’Arche Calgary’s largest fundraiser, bringing people of all ages and abilities together to walk, jog, or run in support of a shared mission.

The 2027 Run for L’Arche will take place on Saturday, April 10, at Confluence Plaza on St. Patrick’s Island. Following a record-breaking 2026 event, we’re looking forward to welcoming runners, families, volunteers, and supporters for another memorable day. For the second consecutive year, we’re proud to have Hudson Advisory Group — ScotiaMcLeod, a division of Scotia Capital Inc., Scotia Wealth Management, returning as our title sponsor.

With the continued support of our community, Run for L’Arche remains a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we come together.

Saturday, April 10, 2027

Help us Hit $1 Million

Since its beginning in 2011, Run for L’Arche has raised more than $925,000 in support of L’Arche Calgary’s homes and programs for people with intellectual disabilities. Over 16 years, thousands of runners, volunteers, sponsors, donors, and supporters have helped make this event what it is today.

Now, as we celebrate our 17th annual Run for L’Arche, we’re setting our sights on an incredible milestone: $1 MILLION RAISED!

Every dollar brings us closer to this goal and helps support a community where people with intellectual disabilities have a place to call home, meaningful relationships, opportunities to share their gifts, and a true sense of belonging.

2026 Run for L'Arche

Run for L’Arche is more than just a race, it’s a celebration of inclusion, community, and friendship in support of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Now in its 17th year, this annual event remains L’Arche Calgary’s largest fundraiser, bringing people of all ages and abilities together to walk, jog, or run in support of a shared mission.

The 2026 Run for L’Arche, held on April 11 at Confluence Plaza, was a tremendous success. This year marked a record-breaking milestone, with approximately 470 runners registered, the highest participation in the event’s history. Together, participants, donors, and supporters helped raise more than $60,000 in support of L’Arche Calgary. This incredible achievement would not have been possible without the generosity of our sponsors. We extend our sincere thanks to our title sponsor, Hudson Advisory Group — ScotiaMcLeod, a division of Scotia Capital Inc., Scotia Wealth Management, as well as Calgary Italian Sportsmen’s Dinner Association, Startline Timing, Strides Running Store, McLennan Ross, Shine 88.9 FM, ServPro, Matco Moving Solutions, 107.3 The Edge, Country 105, and QR Calgary 770AM.

With the continued support of our community, Run for L’Arche remains a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we come together.

Read About our 2026 Run

CTV News Coverage

April 11, 2026 – Run for L’Arche supports independent living programs for people with intellectual disabilities

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Cochrane Eagle Coverage

April 15, 2026 – Cochrane runner helps spark record year for Run for L’Arche

Read more about Martin Parnell, our 2026 race starter, here.

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2026 Run for L'Arche Routes

View the 3k, 5k, 10k, and half marathon routes from 2026! These scenic routes are follow pathways along the Bow River, beggining and finishing at Confluence Plaza, St. Patrick’s Island (1300 12 St NE, Calgary).

View 2026 Routes

Fundraising and Sponsorship

As a sponsor, your impact goes well beyond the finish line. All proceeds from the Run for L’Arche support L’Arche Calgary. Whether you donate or participate as a runner, volunteer, or sponsor, your contribution helps create a community of belonging for over 100 people through L’Arche Calgary’s programs.

Thank you for considering us!

For more information or to get involved, please email us at run@larchecalgary.org

View our 2027 Sponsorship Package

Do you want your registration fee back?

Raise $500 on Race Roster by promoting your own ‘donate to a participant’ link and get your registration fees back. Use the template below to ask your friends and family to donate to your run through email and social media!

Step by Step: How do you fundraise for your run?

Click HERE and it will bring you to the ‘donate to a participant’ webpage
Search your name, and your ‘runner profile’ will come up
Click the donate button next to your name
Copy your personal donate link
Share on your social media or with your friends and family through email/text

Every dollar helps support people with disabilities in Calgary!

Do you need help asking your friends & family to support your Run?

Use this email template to ask for their support.

Hi Family and Friends,

I wanted to share some awesome news with you! In April, I am running in the Run for L’Arche and need your support.

L’Arche Calgary is a non-profit organization that supports people with developmental disabilities, providing them with a community of belonging! L’Arche Calgary has five homes and two programs where people with and without disabilities live and experience life alongside each other in a spirit of togetherness and mutuality. The Run for L’Arche is an annual run that helps further their work in their community and larger society! We want our neighbors and friends with developmental disabilities to know they are loved and valuable to our city!

I have joined the mission to create a more compassionate world. Are you in? Please help me reach my fundraising goal of $XXX, and please spread the word! Every donation, big or small, makes a huge difference!

You can support my run by clicking this link and donating (insert your link).

I’d also love to see you at the run on Saturday, April 10th, 2027, cheering me on or even running alongside me!

Thank you for your support!!

Sincerely,

Use these social media post ideas to fundraise!

Hashtags to use: #runforlarche #larchecalgary #yyclarche #support #sponsor # donate # volunteer #run #yycrunners #whyirunforlarche

”I am so excited to announce that I am running in the Run for L’Arche! Help me reach my fundraising goal of $XXX. This will go towards helping people with developmental disabilities in Calgary! Click here (insert your link) to donate.”
”I need your support! On Saturday April 10, 2027, I will run a 5k (write your distance) in the Run for L’Arche. Help me reach my fundraising goal of $XXX, which goes towards helping people with developmental disabilities. I can’t do this without you!” Click here (insert your link) to donate.”
”I’m trying to raise $XXX for the Run for L’Arche, and I need your help! Click here (insert your link) to donate.”
”It’s almost time for the Run for L’Arche! I only need $XXX to reach my fundraising goal. Your support makes all the difference! Click here (insert your link) to donate.”
”L’Arche Calgary is on a mission to create a more compassionate world. Are you in? Donate to support my run in the Run for L’Arche to support people with disabilities in your community (insert your link)