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Vancouver Marathon
Vancouver, Canada
May 2, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Public ParkSeaside & Coast+2
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Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Canada
33 verified events with 154 individual races (19 confirmed dates) in Canada complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events3319 confirmed dates
Competitions154Races & courses
Distances1 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+205 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Ottawa Marathon
Ottawa, Canada
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Public ParkForest+6
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Calgary Marathon
Calgary, Canada
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
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Beneva Montreal Marathon
Montréal, Canada
September 17, 2027 to September 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Charity RunCity Run+10
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Quebec Marathon
Quebec, Canada
October 1, 2027 to October 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunForest+4
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Royal Victoria Marathon
Victoria, Canada
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+3
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Tcs Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Toronto, Canada
October 16, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Culture & HistoryFestive+3
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Longueuil Marathon
Longueuil, Canada
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+2
City RunMulti-Day
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2027 | Vancouver Marathon | Vancouver, British Columbia, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Ottawa Marathon | Ottawa, Ontario, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Calgary Marathon | Calgary, Alberta, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2027 - Sep 19, 2027 | Beneva Montreal Marathon | Montréal, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 3, 2027 | Quebec Marathon | Quebec, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Royal Victoria Marathon | Victoria, British Columbia, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Oct 16, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Tcs Toronto Waterfront Marathon | Toronto, Ontario, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Longueuil Marathon | Longueuil, Québec, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Blue Nose Marathon | Halifax, Neuschottland, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | 21k Nespresso de Montréal | Montréal, Québec, CA | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | Toronto Marathon | Toronto, Ontario, CA | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Saskatchewan Marathon | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Covering 21.0975 kilometers, the half marathon blends endurance and speed across fast city boulevards and scenic road courses. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Canada directory, RunningCompass curates 33 events comprising 154 individual races, including 19 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +205 m. Key host locations include Vancouver, Ottawa, Calgary, Montréal. Notable events in this selection include Vancouver Marathon, Ottawa Marathon, Calgary Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Canada?
This overview currently includes 33 verified events featuring 154 individual races. Of these, 19 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 14 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Canada?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +205 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Canada?
Top host locations include Vancouver, Ottawa, Calgary, Montréal, Quebec. Representative events in the catalog include Vancouver Marathon, Ottawa Marathon, Calgary Marathon, Beneva Montreal Marathon. Covering 21.0975 kilometers, the half marathon blends endurance and speed across fast city boulevards and scenic road courses.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Canada?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 154 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.