CN Cycle for CHEO

Pedal or walk towards a brighter future for the children, youth and families who rely on CHEO.

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Information

Start Times

Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your event’s start time.

100K Cycle

70K Cycle

35K Cycle

15K Cycle

5K Walk

2K Walk

Bib Pickup

You must pick up your bib before event day.


Pickup location

Canadian War Museum
Barney Danson Theatre

Team Kit pickup ONLY

Thursday, May 1

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Regular Pickup

Friday, May 2

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Regular pickup

Saturday, May 3

10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

On-Site Amenities

This free service located near the Info Tent is provided to all registered participants. Drop off your bag, stroller, or other belongings you don’t want to carry while walking or cycling. The area is secure and staffed by volunteers throughout the event.

Submit your pledges along with the completed offline pledge form when you pick up your event bib.

Share your photos on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtag #CNCycle.

Parking


Bikes

Secure bike parking is located near the Info Tent. It’s free for all registered participants.


Cars

There are limited indoor parking spaces available at the museum. It’s usually full by 7 a.m., so please plan to find alternate parking.


Free Shuttle

You’re encouraged to park at Tunney’s Pasture (Brooke Claxton Building) and ride the free shuttle bus to the event grounds and back. At both locations, buses will stop at the shuttle signs to pick up riders.

Tunney’s Pasture Departures 
• Every ½ hour from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
• Access via Columbine Blvd from Parkdale Ave.

LeBreton Flats Departures 
• Every 15 minutes from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 
• Access at the Booth Street entrance on the east side of the Canadian War Museum.

When making your way to Tunney’s Pasture, plan your route accordingly, as there will be many road closures.

View a full list of road closures.

Weather & Safety

Construction and vehicle traffic may intersect with the event’s routes in certain areas.

Visit the Routes page for detailed breakdowns. Police officers and volunteers will be positioned along each route for your safety. Please obey all instructions.

The Kichi Zībī Mīkan will be closed between 6 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

See the full list of road closures. Be sure to choose an alternate route to the museum.

Weather Cancellation

CN Cycle for CHEO is a rain-or-shine event. However, in the case of extreme weather conditions (lightning, torrential rain, etc.) a notice will be sent by email at 6 a.m. on the event day. In addition, a notice will be sent to all media outlets in the Ottawa area, and posts will be made on social media.

Visit our home page for a cancellation notice if you are unsure if the event will happen or not