About Us
About the Great Trek
GREAT TREK
The Great Trek takes place annually in October and is considered one of Vancouver’s last great races of the year. Organized by the local non-profit RUNVAN®, this event further supports local charity. Thanks to a new partnership with UBC, you can enjoy even more festivities post-race at the Great Trek Festival. RUNVAN® looks to deliver premiere running events that inspire active lifestyles.
Grand Slam
About Grand Slam
Grand Slam awards go to those who run all RUNVAN® races in the same calendar year:
First Half, BMO Vancouver Marathon, Granville Island Turkey Trot, and Great Trek
A bonus prize will be awarded to those who Score the RUNVAN® Grand Slam!
- Run all four RUNVAN® events in the same calendar year
- Includes any of the race distances, except the Kids Run
- Runners may pick up their Grand Slam prize at the Great Trek, it will not be mailed
- Use the same first name, last name and date of birth to automatically qualify
Event Organizers
ABOUT RUNVAN®
The Vancouver International Marathon Society RUNVAN® is the non-profit, volunteer-run organization, responsible for organizing the First Half, BMO Vancouver Marathon, Granville Island Turkey Trot and Great Trek. The Society is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and delivers running events with a mandate to inspire active lifestyles and celebrate the value sport delivers to our communities. Our team focuses on promoting and growing the sport of running, engaging communities in the celebration of sport, and showcasing our world-class city. View all up-coming events at runvan.org/races.
Opportunities
Careers
The Society seeks enthusiastic and passionate individuals who will contribute to our vision. Sport and running enthusiasts are desired with skills in marketing, sponsorship, operations, logistics, volunteer and community engagement. For potential new opportunities, please email your CV to hr@runvan.org or visit runvan.org/careers. Please also consider volunteering.