Laurence Laplante

34 years old

After a few years away from the trails of Charlevoix, Laurence Laplante is making a highly anticipated return to the Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada. A passionate trail runner and mother of two, she is known for her determination, resilience, and love of long-distance trail racing.

Laurence established herself as one of Quebec’s rising ultra-trail athletes after winning the 65K at UTHC in 2022, a breakthrough performance that revealed her competitive potential. She returned to the podium the following year, finishing third in the same event in 2023.

Recent seasons have been shaped by motherhood. In 2024, Laurence completed the Québec Mega Trail 50K while approximately 18 weeks pregnant before welcoming her second child on November 28, 2024. Her return to training and competition took longer than expected, but she has already shown signs of returning to top form with an impressive second-place finish at BU55 in 2026.

Now back in Charlevoix, Laurence is excited to discover the technical trails of Saint-Siméon and reconnect with the unique atmosphere that makes UTHC so special. Her experience, perseverance, and proven ability to perform on challenging terrain make her one of the athletes to watch this year.