No. The Maple Leaf March is not a race. It is not a timed event, and there are no rankings. Each participant can walk at their own speed, provided they reach the various checkpoints and complete the distance for which they are registered by the required times.
No. The Maple Leaf March is a walking event. No running is permitted.
Yes. Wheelchairs are permitted provided they are classic, non-motorized manual wheelchairs. Participants who intend to take part in the Maple Leaf March using a wheelchair should inform the event organizers so that all necessary accommodations can be taken to ensure an enjoyable experience.
The Maple Leaf March is walked on public roads (i.e. sidewalks) and multi-use pathways. The roads used by the Maple Leaf March will not be closed off. In addition to participants receiving a paper handout of the day’s route at the beginning of each event day, itineraries can be downloaded onto phones. Numerous visible indicators such as coloured arrows and ribbons are also displayed at various points along the routes to guide participants.
There are no specific group departure times at the Maple Leaf March, and you are free to start your walk whenever you wish after (but never before) the official distance start block of the distance for which you are registered.
Yes. Registration to the Maple Leaf March can occur on the day of the event for $10 more than the advanced registration prices.
No. You are required to complete the distances for which you registered on the day(s) for which you registered them.
Yes. The Maple Leaf March is a family-friendly event, and we encourage children to join us. (We do, however, recommend that children be accompanied by an adult.) Children under 12 who are properly registered will be eligible to receive the Maple Leaf March medal upon completing a distance requirement of 2 x 10 km. Those who complete lesser distances will receive a coin.
Yes. Here at the Maple Leaf March, we believe that it is never too early to introduce someone to long distance walking! Provided you can complete your required distance(s) in the allotted time, you can do the walk with a stroller.
Yes. We all know that dogs love going on walks! Provided your dog remains on leash and under full control at all times and can complete the distance that you are walking that day, it can join you on the Maple Leaf March. Dogs, however, do not receive medals or coins…
Basic refreshments and snacks (e.g. water, juice, fruit, granola bars) are provided at the various checkpoints on the Saturday and Sunday of the event. Please bring any additional food or drink you may require. You will also find numerous grocery and convenience stores as well as restaurants along all the Maple Leaf March itineraries (except the 42 km route that goes through Gatineau Park).
The rest areas/checkpoints will only be open during limited time windows based on an average walking speed of 4 to 6 km per hour, with an extra 15-minute grace period on either side. For example, based on an 8:00 am start, the first checkpoint (which is approximately located at the 10 km mark) will open at 9:15 am and will close at 10:45 am.
Yes. The Maple Leaf March is open to groups. Completing the March could for instance be a great activity in the context of a workplace charitable campaign. So, we encourage you to bring along as many people as you can! There is even a special award given at the end of the March to the best group!
You can obtain an optional cancellation insurance (for a refund of 100% of the Maple Leaf March’s registration and other associated fees in case of cancellation) at the time of registration. Reimbursements for participants without the cancellation insurance will be handled on a case-by-case basis by the Maple Leaf March’s organizers. Alternatively, should you no longer be able to attend the Maple Leaf March, you can transfer your registration to someone else for a nominal fee.
The Maple Leaf March is an all-weather event and will take place rain or shine (or snow!). That said, special measures could be put in place by the organizers should the meteorological conditions jeopardize the safety of the participants. These might include, for instance, modified start times or extra time to finish the March’s various distances.
Yes. Should you wish to obtain a new Maple Leaf March medal/coin/pin, please contact the Maple Leaf March organizers for replacement information and prices. Please note that replacement and shipping fees may apply.
The start/finish/ceremonies location will be very close to the same locations as the previous 2 years, right in the city centre, within 800m of the City Hall. The final decision will be made and the route maps updated when we know how many participants are coming and how big of a venue is required.
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For any other question, please contact info@marchemapleleafmarch.ca.
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