Run to Support Ecosystems in Stanley Park

2025 Sun Run and BMO Vancouver Marathon

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Photo credit: Jessie Hannigan

Get ready to run because Stanley Park Ecology Society has some exciting news! 

Two upcoming prestigious race events, happening in Stanley Park, have named Stanley Park Ecology an official charity! This doesn’t just mean that your friendly neighbourhood environmental organization will be out slinging Gatorade and smiles, but also that racers can now fundraise towards Stanley Park Ecology’s education, conservation, and research projects to care for and promote awareness of wildlife and habitat matters throughout “the Park.” 

Stanley Park Ecology is privileged to announce participation in the following upcoming race events: 

  • 2025 Vancouver Sun Run 
  • 2025 BMO Vancouver Marathon. 

We are proud to be partnering with these upcoming events to cheer on our local community of athletes, and to raise awareness and support for education, conservation, and research rooted in Stanley Park.  

Interested in racing for a reason?  

You could race for… 

  • The removal of invasive species which are the single largest threat to biodiversity in Stanley Park. We’re looking to beat last year’s record of 491 cubic meters of invasive material removed, or the equivalent of 49 dump trucks!  
  • Wildlife monitoring and habitat enhancement projects that help to keep healthy habitat available for the baby herons, tree swallows, eagles, beavers, bats, mason bees, and other species in Stanley Park. 
  • Interactive workshops and events aimed at increasing public awareness about the importance of local ecosystems and biodiversity. These activities provide hands-on learning experiences that highlight the crucial role each of us plays in protecting our natural world.
     
    Photo Credit: Chris Rothery
  • Ongoing stewardship of habitat affected by the recently devastating hemlock looper infestation. Restoration of affected sites aimed at bolstering understory species can prevent the establishment of invasive species in our sensitive forests. 
  • Hands-on science education programs empowering 5,000 students a year to connect with Stanley Park’s unique habitats, foster curiosity, and address climate anxiety. Help us inspire the next generation of environmental stewards by supporting our educational outreach efforts! 

Photo credit: Chris Rothery 

Register to Run and support Stanley Park Ecology as your charity of choice! 

2025 Vancouver Sun Run, Sunday, April 27, 2025 

Online registration opens on October 1, 2024 

2025 BMO Marathon, Sunday, May 4, 2025 2025 

Create an account or login to Race Roster to choose your race registration and choose Stanley Park Ecology Society as your charity under the “RUN4HOPE” section of your form!  

We appreciate our Race fundraising team and look forward to seeing you on the trails! 

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