Run for Palestine - Saskatoon 2026

Run for Palestine Saskatoon – 3rd Annual Charity Run/WalkPlease note that online registration is closes at 11:00AM on Oct 4,2026. You can still register in person on the day of.📅 Date:oct 4, 2026📍 Location:Rotary Park🏃‍♀️ Distances:5K Run | 2K Walk🌳 Running Route:From Rotary Park to University Bridge along the scenic South Saskatchewan river, then to Victoria Bridge along the heart of downtown back to Rotary Park.Join Us in Making a Difference!The 3rd AnnualRun for Palestine (RfP) Saskatoonis back! This fun, family-friendly event welcomes all members of the community to walk 2 km or run 5 km while raising vital funds for humanitarian aid in Palestine.This year, with your support, our goal is to fundraise $15,000 for Palestine.Keep running. Keep fundraising. Keep believing.Let’s show the world the strength of our community.Why We RunIn partnership with Islamic Relief Canada, this year's fundraising will support theEye Cataract Surgery Projectat theSpecialized Eye Hospital in Northern Gaza, Palestine, as well asPhase 2 of last year's humanitarian response project in Gaza.This year's support will help provide:Life-changing cataract surgeries and specialized eye care for vulnerable patients at risk of preventable blindnessEmergency food and health services for families affected by the ongoing crisisSponsorship for orphans in desperate need of care and supportBasic essentials including clean water, healthcare, shelter, and psychosocial supportMaking an ImpactThroughPhase 1of the Eye Cataract Surgery Project, your support helped achieve:9,782 beneficiaries reached13,478 medical consultations providedMore than 122,562 clinical services delivered1,136 ophthalmic surgeries completed, including359 cataract surgeriesPhase 2of the eye care project is now underway, with more than519 ophthalmic surgeriescompleted in its first two months across multiple specialties, including cataract, retinal, glaucoma, corneal, pediatric, and other vision-saving procedures.Patients are selected based on medical need and urgency through assessments conducted by the hospital’s ophthalmology teams. The project prioritizes vulnerable conflict-affected populations in Northern Gaza, including low-income families, elderly individuals at risk of preventable blindness, trauma patients, and children and adults requiring specialized eye care.How You Can HelpFund a Cataract Surgery– A donation of$1,200 CADcan restore sight by covering the full cost of one life-changing cataract surgery.Donate, Run, or Volunteer– Every contribution helps provide essential healthcare, humanitarian support, and hope to vulnerable families and patients in Gaza.Event ScheduleRegistration:1:00 PM – 2:00 PMProgram:1:30PMRun Starts:2:30 PMWalk starts:2:40 PMClosing remarks:4:15 PM - 4:45 PMOnline Registration Includes:2026 RFP JerseyAll ticket sales are final. No refunds.Want to Sponsor or Be a Vendor?We’d love to have your support!📧 Contact us: saskatoon@runforpalestine.comStay Connected📩Email:saskatoon@runforpalestine.com📸Instagram:@runforpalestine.saskatoonRun. Walk. Give Hope.Join us for a day of community, compassion, and meaningful action.