9,000 competitors, including three world record setting runners, helped make the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon one of North America's most exciting new marathons. More than $300,000 was raised for over 40 charities and the dollars are still coming in.
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Every once and awhile a new race appears on the scene that has wide spread appeal. The Kerouac 5K is one of these races. The race honors Lowell native and beat generation author Jack Kerouac whose legendary cross-country wanderings were chronicled in his most famous novel On the Road. The race takes place in Lowell, MA on October 3 and promises to be a great time.
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The Runner's Den is pleased to present the 2nd Annual Paris Grand Half Marathon, 5k and 1k Kids Fun Run. This year, the event will take place at the Paris District High School in beautiful Paris Ontario. Due to the change in venue, we will have new 5k and 1k courses. The Half Marathon course will remain essentially the same, as it follows gently rolling paved and gravel roads along the banks of the Grand River.
November 14th is World Diabetes Day, and to mark this important event we are thrilled to welcome the Canadian Diabetes Association and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation as our charities. All pledges raised at this event will go towards their continued efforts to find a cure for Diabetes.
This event has quickly become Hamilton's biggest 5k race, and this year we have expanded to offer a 10k race as well. All races will start and finish at Westdale Secondary School (700 Main St W Hamilton), and feature fantastic running on closed roads and waterfront running paths. We have awesome pledge prizes including Two Official Signed Leaf Jerseys, a Mountain Bike from Pierik's Bicycle Shop, $100 off of Brooks shoes to anyone who raises more than $300, and free race entry to anyone who raises $100 in pledges. After the race, don't forget to stay for the Free Brunch and awards ceremonies.
The Runner's Den and Phoenix Fitness are pleased to present the inaugural Gutsy 8k, 3k Trailblazer and 1k Fun Run. This event will start and finish in the parking lot of Phoenix Fitness, located at 1685 Main Street West Hamilton. The 3k Trailblazer and the 1k Fun Run will be out-and-back races on the Rail Trail. The Gutsy 8k will begin and end on the Rail Trail, with an out-and-back and looped section on Hamilton Conservation Authority Trails. In addition to great prizes, food and music, the Gutsy 8k will feature the "Beat Gord and Esther" challenge.
Check here for the race info if you plan to attend. Its going to be a hot and muggy race tonight some make sure to prepare properly with lots of fluid and a proper warm up. I doubt any records will be broken tonight due to the weather conditions.
Date & Time: Saturday September 18, 2004
Location: Emma's Back Porch, Old Lakeshore Road Burlington, Ontario
*Voted most scenic route by Runner's World
Run Start: 9:30am
Date/Time: Sunday, August 15, 2004
Location: Tansley Woods, A Centre for Learning and Leisure 1996 Itabashi Wayoff Upper Middle Road between Walkers & Appleby Lines
Start Time: 9:00am
Dundas Cactus Dash 2004 5K Run / 1K Walk
Date and Time: Sunday August 22, 2004
Location: Start and Finish at the Dundas Driving Park at the end of Cross Street
Run start: 10:00am
Walk start: 9:30am
Date & Time: Thursday July 22, 2004
Run start: 7:00pm Note this is an evening race
Location:Emma's Back Porch, Old Lakeshore Road Downtown Burlington
Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon
More than 3,600 competitors, including a roster of elite half-marathon racers and running enthusiasts, helped make the Sixth Annual Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon (SVHM) & 5K Run/Walk one of the most competitive and fastest road races of the season. Participants were also running to raise money for the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation in support of the Breast Reconstruction Program at UBC Hospital.
13th annual Nissan Toronto Challenge
It's time to kick up your heels at the 13th annual Nissan Toronto Challenge.We invite you to join our party to celebrate seniors who have shaped our city and our lives.We're celebrating our 13th event on June 13th - and we're promising so much fun, it's scary! Run, jog, walk or stroll - and be sure to watch for some interesting "guests" along the way! This year's challenge offers you many opportunities to have some fun while contributing to your community. The Challenge features a 5k run/walk and a 1k fun walk, and an aerobics warm-up to help you start your day.