Race Information
Event Information
Where? Meewasin North Park, Saskatoon, Sask (virtual option available)
When? Saturday, September 19, 2026
Start time? 8:30 am. Runners are encouraged to arrive prior to 8 am to check in and warm up.
Race options? 2.5 km walk/run, 5 km walk/run, or 10 km run.
The event is hosted by the Student Medical Society of Saskatchewan (SMSS) and all funds raised will go directly to Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.
Information for Racers
▪ The annual Miles for Smiles will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The event will be held in Meewasin Park North with 2.5 km, 5 km, and 10 km races. There will also be an option to run a race virtually from wherever you are.
- All runners are advised to come earlier than 8:30 am and take advantage of warm-up sessions that are being offered.
- If you are feeling unwell, please take care of yourself and others by staying home.
- There will be volunteers present at various locations throughout the course. If you are in need of assistance, please do not hesitate to flag down a volunteer.
- Participants running with their dogs must have the dog leashed at all times. Dog owners are responsible for your pet on race day.
- Participants less than 18 years of age are requested to follow all safety precautions while participating in the event. Please be aware of the road markings and speak to a volunteer when in doubt.
- If you are in a team or group, please be considerate of the people behind you who may be trying to pass your team.
- If you are attempting to pass a slower participant, please call out “passing on your left/right”.
- All participants are expected to follow the directions of the volunteers, race officials, and/or public authorities. Road marshals will be wearing safety vests and will direct you where necessary.
- Wheelchairs being pushed and people with strollers must line up at the back of the pack. The order of participants shall be:
| Start Line | Runners |
Assisted Wheelchair |
Runners with dogs | Walkers | Strollers, Wheelchairs being pushed |
- Be sure to have fun!
- Please thank the volunteers along the route.
- We will have photographers at the finish line and at various sites along the path. If you notice a photographer, smile as you pass them.
Parking
Parking Options:
- There is a parking lot adjacent to Meewasin North.
- Car-pooling is encouraged as there are limited spots available.
Registration
DEADLINES
|
Event |
Individual |
|
2.5 km |
$37.00 |
|
5 km |
$42.00 |
|
10 km |
$45.00 |
|
Virtual |
$35.00 |
Registration provides:
- Race number/bib and a shirt for each participant.
- Race package, including information sheet and promotional materials.
- Donation to Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.
- T-shirts are guaranteed if ordered by August 15 at 3 pm, after they will be available as supplies last!
- Chance for individual participants win prizes including top fundraiser.
How to register:
Online through Eventbrite
E-transfer your ticket price to treasurer.smss@gmail.com.
Pledges
All participants are encouraged to pledge for Miles for Smiles! This includes runners, volunteers, and any supporters.
Pledges/donations can be done by following these steps:
- Download and print the pledge form below.
- Fill out the form and collect pledges from friends and family.
- Pledge forms and amounts can be submitted on the day of!
Virtual participants: Please contact smss.fundraisingrep@gmail.com to arrange pick up.
Thanks to all the pledgers and pledgees!
Race Package Pickup
Regina pick-up: TBD
Saskatoon pick-up: TBD