5 km Philippe-Laheurte Memorial – Circuit Endurance
The 5 km Philippe-Laheurte Memorial takes place on Sunday August 23, 2026 at Parc Philippe-Laheurte, 3035 Av. Ernest – Hemingway, Saint-Laurent, QC H4R 0A9. The event is organized in partnership with Boutique Endurance and the Saint-Laurent Sélect athletics club. It also raises funds for the Fondation Philippe-Laheurte, which supports Quebec athletes since 1995.
Distances offered
- 1 km
- 2 km
- 5 km
Course and services
The route is secured and closed to vehicle traffic. The 5 km includes a start mat, kilometer markers and one water station. First aid is available on site. Participants receive a post-race healthy snack. Free nearby parking and a free bag drop are provided. Free runner photos are available via PixiSport and results will be posted on Sportstats.ca. The event certification is QC-2025-038-LJJL.
Medals and awards
Medals are awarded to the top three in each age group for the 1 km, 2 km and 5 km. All finishers of the 5 km receive a medal.
Registration and race operations
5 km registrants select one of three waves with participant limits based on expected finish time; one wave is intended for runners under 25 minutes and prizes are awarded to winners of that wave. Bibs are distributed on the morning of the event at the registration area and must be worn on the outside of clothing for chip detection. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
History: In homage to the late runner Philippe Laheurte and to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Boutique Endurance co-founded by Philippe in 1985, the Saint-Laurent Sélect athletics club and Boutique Endurance invite you to the first edition of the Philippe-Laheurte Memorial. This race will also revive the tradition of excellence established by the 5 km Endurance from 1993 to 2019. The Philippe-Laheurte Memorial will also be a new fundraiser for the Fondation Philippe-Laheurte, which helps Quebec track and field athletes since 1995.