Our Story

Run Ottawa is the National Capital Region’s premiere running organization and the organizers of Canada’s most popular multi-day running event, the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend.

Originally known as the National Capital Marathon, Run Ottawa adopted its current name in 2009 to better represent the organization’s broader focus, both at its flagship weekend event and throughout the year.

In 2009, Run Ottawa also became the home of the respected local running club the National Capital Runners Association. Today runners from across the region can join Run Ottawa for a small annual fee and take advantage of a range of benefits, from free coaching to discounts on entry fees.

Looking forward, Run Ottawa is committed to providing Canada’s best running experience at the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend and to growing the sport of running in the National Capital Region by organizing high-calibre events which provide opportunities for the community and all levels of runners to participate.