Race Kit Pick Up
You can pick up your race kit prior to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday May 28, 2011 at the Pfizer Health and Fitness Expo.
Course Information
Click here to view the Ottawa 2K, 5K, and 10K course map.
Start Corrals for 5K and 10K races only
Each runner will be assigned to a colored start corral based on the estimated finishing time that was entered on the registration form. Your assigned race bib will indicate the color of the corral you have selected. Look for the colored banner at the start line that corresponds to your corral color on your bib and line up behind the corresponding corral banner.
Start Corrals for the 2011 Ottawa 5K and 10K races are as follows:
| Ottawa 5K | Ottawa 10K |
|---|---|
| Under 25 min | Under 40 min |
| 25 min – 30 min | 40 min – 50 min |
| 30 min – 35 min | 50 min – 60 min |
| 35 min – 40 min | 60 min – 70 min |
| 40 min – 45 min | 70 min – 80 min |
| + 45 min | + 80 min |
Elite Athletes
Top international, national and local runners who qualify for the Elite Athlete Program can earn a front-of-the pack starting position. Click here for more information on elite athlete status.
Pace Bunnies
Pace Bunnies, provided by Running Room, will be available for the Ottawa 10K. The bunnies will wear pink ears and carry a sign with their pace time. At the race start, line up near your pace bunny. Pace times will be:
0:40, 0:45, 0:50, 0:55, 0:60, 0:65, 0:70, and 0:75
Race Bibs and Timing Chips
Your bibs must be pinned (unmodified and fully-visible) to the front of your shirt and displayed throughout the entire race. All participants must attach their chip to shoelaces as per instructions in your race kits. Please be sure to write your full name, emergency contact information and any allergies or health conditions you have on the back of your race bib.
Participants are responsible for verifying that the timing chip device provided by Ottawa Race Weekend or the participants’ own device is working properly prior to race and worn correctly during the race. Any problems with the timing chip device must be addressed at the Pfizer Health and Fitness Expo at the Corrections desk.
Timing Chip
This year the timing chip is a one time use timing chip and all runners can keep it as a souvenir.
Sweat Check
Sweat Check is provided free to all runners near the start line in Confederation Park. A baggage claim tag and zip tie will be included in your Race Kit. Attached the tag to your bag and give to the attendant at the Sweat Check. Your bib number is needed to pick up checked baggage after the race. Sweat Check will open at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Come early to avoid line ups!
Water Stations
10K has thee water stations at the 4K, 7.5K, and 9K marks.
5K has one water station at the 4K mark.
Stations are set up with tables on both sides of the road.
Finish Line Etiquette
As a courtesy to those finishing behind you please keep moving once you cross the finish line. Do not wait for family or friends in the finishing chute as it will get congested and some runners may not be able to finish. Proceed through the chute where you will be given your medal and have your chip removed.
Metro Recovery Area
The Metro Recovery Area is located in Confederation Park (It is bordered on the south by Laurier Avenue and Ottawa City Hall; on the east by the Rideau Canal; on the north by the Mackenzie King Bridge, the Rideau Centre and the National Arts Centre; and, to the west, by Elgin Street and the Lord Elgin Hotel). Refreshments and portable washrooms facilities are available in the Metro Recovery Area. Only participants of the races are permitted in this area. Make arrangements to meet your friends and family in the Friends & Family Area! To help you, we will have two air banners to make locating your family a breeze!
Running Room Friendship Run
Go for a short run with renowned author and founder of the Running Room, John Stanton and then stay for refreshments. Join us in front of City Hall (110 Laurier) on Saturday morning at 9:00 am.
Lost and Found
Lost and Found is located in front of City Hall to the left of the entrance.
