One more chance. There is only one event left in Athletics Canada’s 2024 Canadian Championship Series.
The 2024 Canadian Cross Country Championships, running this November 30 and December 1 in London, Ontario, will attract more than 1,300 athletes (from U16 to Masters), as well as hundreds of coaches and officials, showcasing the very best of Canada’s elite runners who will compete for the title of national champion.
Athletics Canada has partnered with Tourism London, the London Western Track & Field Club and the City of London to host the event for a period of two years at the Fanshawe Golf Course. Athletes will vie for national titles in U16, U18, U20, and Senior national championship races, along with the Canadian Masters Association national championships, a Community race and a 1K Kids race.
“Hosting sport events like the 2024 Canadian Cross Country Championships provides our athletes with the opportunity to compete against top-tier talent, right here in Ontario,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport. “Our government’s investments through the Sport Hosting Program help bring world-class competitions to our province, boosting the economy, supporting sport tourism, and reinforcing Ontario’s reputation as a premier destination for sporting events. I wish all athletes, coaches, officials, event organizers, volunteers and spectators a successful event.”
“The City of London has a rich history in athletics,” said Athletics Canada CEO Mathieu Gentès. “With an exciting weekend of racing, and new innovative fan experiences at the Fanshawe Golf Course, the 2024 Canadian Cross Country Championships are the place to be, this weekend.”
ACXC24 Need To Know
Whether you’re coming to the 2024 Canadian Cross Country Championships as an athlete, a coach, an official, or a fan, there are a lot of details that can help make your ACXC24 experience better.
Who Will Win? There are plenty of accomplished cross country racers lining up to compete for a Canadian championship. Jean-Simon Desgagnés is looking to continue a 2024 season that saw him defend his national title in the men’s 3,000 metre steeplechase at the Canadian Track & Field Trials, earning his first trip to the Olympics. 2023 silver medallist Philippe Morneau-Cartier and 2022 champion Connor Black will look to push Desgagnés in the men’s 10km race. Leslie Sexton and Rachel Hannah, fresh off second and third place finishes at the Canadian Marathon Championships in October, are some of the big names competing in the women’s 10km. Get the full registration list for every event here.
Event Logistics for Competitors. Get all the details about how to navigate the event this weekend:
An Event for the Fans. Admission and parking is free for anyone to come out and watch two days of cross country action. Check out the ACXC Fan Fest that will be located conveniently between the start line and finish line. Fan Fest will feature music, games, on-stage programming, awards ceremonies, food trucks, vendors and more.
Stretch Your Legs. Curious to just how fast Canada’s best runners are and how you compare? Register for the Canadian Cross Country Classic 5K presented byBackRoads Brews + Shoesfor the unique opportunity to race on the same championship course! For younger runners looking to give cross country a shot, there is also a 1km kids race.For more information and registration for the Community 5kmand 1km races, clickhere.
Live Webcast. The 2024 Canadian Cross Country Championships will be broadcast live from London, Ontario on Saturday, November 30th, and Sunday, December 1st viaAthleticsCanada.tv. The live webcast and on demand videos will only be available for RunnerSpace +PLUS subscribers. Sign uphere.
