Our Charity Partners

We’re grateful to work together with local charities that make a real difference in their communities. These incredible volunteer groups support our events and with your help, we can shine a light on important causes and raise funds for the things that matter—all while celebrating the joy of running.

Campbell River Search & Rescue

Campbell River Search and Rescue Society is a group of dedicated volunteers who provide a vital lifeline to those who are lost or injured in the beautiful wilderness of northern Vancouver Island.

Donations go towards training and preparation for life-saving Search and Rescue operations in the north of Vancouver Island. During the Kusam Klimb, you’ll see their incredible team on hand at the more remote areas of the course on Mt’ H-Kusam. Thank you CRSAR!

Follow: @campbellriversar

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Sayward Futures Society

Sayward Futures Society work with the greater community towards a sound and robust economic environment through sustainable tourism as well as the creation of positive, vibrant, and social opportunities for the citizens of the Sayward region. As the land managers of BC Rec Sites & Trails, including the trails used for the Kusam Klimb, proceeds go towards trail maintenance in the area.

Learn more: https://saywardfutures.ca

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Sayward Fire Department

The Sayward Volunteer Fire Department serves the residential community, businesses, visitors and travellers within the Sayward district. They have supported the Kusam Klimb since it began in 2004 and their amazing volunteer crew help provide first aid at the finish line alongside BC Ambulance.

Learn more: https://www.saywardfire.ca/

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Metchosin Search & Rescue

Metchosin Search and Rescue is entirely volunteer, and receives nearly all of its support from the District of Metchosin, the British Columbia Search and Rescue Association and the Province. They provide SAR services in Metchosin, Langford, Colwood, Highlands, View Royal, Esquimalt, Victoria and Oak Bay and as a mutual aid resource in other areas of the CRD, island, and province. Find their amazing team at our Finlayson Arm races providing first aid services at our aid stations and extraction services (if needed).

Learn more: https://www.metchosinsar.ca/

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South Vancouver Island Nature Trails Society

Nature Trails Society is a not-for-profit volunteer-based organization that works on projects to help coordinate and connect trails that can be enjoyed by the public and used by wildlife. Nature Trails Society works with land owners, municipalities, Parks & Recreation, the CRD and other industry partners to secure access and authorization to specific cross regional trail corridors and connections ensuring the most effective trail system is created to accommodate all users: hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, dog walkers, horseback riders, commuting cyclists and families.

Learn more: https://naturetrailssociety.com/

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