Those wanting a great start to the New Year could be seen running along the Trans Canada Trail Thursday morning, Jan. 1.
The 20th annual run was held by Eric and Lorie Muller, owners of Sole Experience Running Company, starting and finishing by Waterfront Commons Park, at the south end of Barnston View Road in Osprey Village.
About 79 runners and walkers took part in the event this year – which included a two kilometre, five kilometre, and a 10 kilometre route – in addition to six dogs.
Eric Muller was impressed with how many people ran the 10 kilometres this year. About 80 per cent of the participants did the farthest distance.
“Probably the most we’ve ever had run that far,” he said, noting that in past years most people have done the five kilometre route.
The Muller’s were also accepting donations for the Childhood Cancer Family Support Society, a non-profit charity run by volunteers to help families identified by BC Children’s Hospital who are struggling with the financial burden of taking care of their children who have cancer or a blood disorder with financial help.
Muller estimated around $600 was donated at the event.
“We’re super grateful for people to show up,” he said of the event.
It is not too late to make a donation online at: https://ccfsupport.com/.