Défi Gendarme de fer / Tough Mountie Challenge - Montreal
Montréal, Québec, Canada
Oct 17, 2026 - Saturday
OCR, Fundraiser
Race Information
The Tough Mountie Challenge is the only “trail” and obstacle race based on police training, organized by the Pediatric Research Foundation in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the police services of the regions of Quebec. High-level or amateur athletes, adults, adolescents or children, the Tough Mountie Challenge is accessible to everyone regardless of your level of physical fitness. Participants must complete a course including a trail race (2.5km, 5km or 10km) and several obstacles inspired by police training. All profits from the event will be donated to pediatric health prevention research projects.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Obstacle
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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