Temporary rolling road closures will be in effect Thursday morning as hundreds of police officers take part in a 5‑kilometre run to honour colleagues killed in the line of duty. The event begins at 8:00 a.m. on September 24, 2026, and starts at the Ontario Police Memorial near Queen’s Park in downtown Toronto.
The National Peace Officer’s Memorial Run will commence with a ceremony at the Ontario Police Memorial, after which participants will follow a prescribed route that loops through the downtown core. The 5 km course is designed to accommodate the large number of officers while keeping the distance manageable for participants of varying fitness levels. The memorial ceremony will be held at the same location before the run starts.
The City of Toronto has coordinated temporary rolling road closures along the planned route to ensure the safety of runners and spectators. These closures will be implemented in stages, allowing traffic to resume on each segment as the runners pass. Police officers will be on hand to direct traffic and manage the flow of vehicles throughout the morning. The city’s traffic management team will monitor the closures and adjust as needed to minimize disruption.
The annual National Peace Officer’s Memorial Run draws hundreds of officers from across the region and serves as a public tribute to those who have died while serving. By closing streets temporarily, the city supports the event’s purpose of providing a respectful environment for the ceremony and run. The event highlights the ongoing commitment of Toronto’s police service to remember fallen members while engaging with the community during a coordinated, city‑wide effort.