November 5, 2008
Calgary Marathon - Newsletter
Volume 2
November 5, 2008



 

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Early Bird Registration Now On!
 

Registration is now open for the 2009 HSBC Calgary Marathon race weekend taking place May 31, 2009. With a new course, a new date and a new venue this is sure to be our most exciting year ever. Register today for one of our 6 events – marathon, half marathon, 10k, 4x10k team event, kid’s marathon and brand new for 2009 – the Family 5k Walk & Run.

 

There is no price increase for 2009 and early bird pricing is now on so don’t delay! www.hsbccalgarymarathon.com

 

Early Bird Prices are as follows:

 

HSBC Calgary Marathon - $75.00
Alberta Jeep Dealers Half Marathon - $55.00
LA Weight Loss 10K - $35.00 (Youth $25.00)
Calgary Stampede 4x10K Corporate Challenge - $140.00
Family 5K Walk & Run - $25.00 (Youth $20.00)
TIMBITS Marathon - $20.00

 
Enter early as races will fill quickly and all distances will be capped!
 
 
Hyatt Regency - Host Hotel
 
Located in the heart of downtown, the Hyatt Regency offers the perfect combination of world class amenities and an ideal setting right near the start/finish area and the Fitness Expo. Marathon rate $129 per night. Book early as rooms are limited.
 
 Call 1-800-233-1234 and mention the Calgary Marathon or visit their webiste and enter group code: G-CMST. www.calgary.hyatt.com
 
 
AstraZeneca Sponsors the Family 5K Walk & Run
 
The Calgary Marathon Society is thrilled to announce that AstraZeneca has signed on as the presenting sponsor for the Family 5K Walk & Run. 
 
AstraZeneca is one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. As a research oriented company, they employ over 1400 people in Canada and are committed to improving the overall health of Canadians. They work with charitable organizations and community groups to help Canadians pursue healthy lifestyles, understand and prevent illness, and live their lives as fully as possible.
 
In 2008 AstraZeneca introduced a program called “At My Best” targeted toward kids in kindergarten to Grade 3. This program is a groundbreaking children’s wellness initiative aimed at improving the health and well-being of Canadian children. By sponsoring the Family 5K Walk & Run, AstraZeneca hopes to encourage families to pursue healthy, active lifestyles. www.astrazeneca.ca
 
The AstraZeneca Family 5K Walk & Run is a direct fundraiser for the Canadian Diabetes Association with $5 from every registration going directly to the CDA. www.hsbccalgarymarathon.com/Races/5k-Walk-and-Run.html
 
 
Tim Hortons Continues Their Commitment!
 
The Calgary Marathon Society is very excited to announce that Tim Hortons has renewed their sponsorship of the Timbits Kid’s Marathon. 
 
Designed for kids ages 5-12, the Timbits Marathon is a unique format that allows young people to participate in their first marathon. On Monday, April 20, kids start running or walking their marathon one KM at a time completing 41 KM by Saturday, May 30. On race day the kids will complete the last 1.2 KM of their marathon along with elite and citizen runners at the HSBC Calgary Marathon.
 
All TIMBITS Marathon participants receive a competitors 100% cotton t-shirt, a race bib, a medal when they cross the finish line and a certificate of completion that will be available on-line after the event. And best of all they have their very own kids coach and training program.
 
Enter early as this is one of our most popular races! www.hsbccalgarymarathon.com/Races/KidsMarathon.html
 
 
4 x 10K Corporate Challenge!
 
If you’re looking for a fun thing to do with your work buddies, then try the Calgary Stampede 4 x 10K Corporate Challenge. It doesn’t matter whether you’re fast or slow – it’s the team’s combined time that counts. Yep, that’s right, each team member runs the 10K, each individual time is recorded and the total team time is posted…fastest time wins!!! You can bring home bragging rights to the office and set a good example for the rest of your company.
 
 The course is flat and fast and it's the perfect spring goal to get your office fit and healthy!
  www.hsbccalgarymarathon.com/Races/4x10k
 
 
 
Sincerely,

Helen Kolodziejzyk
Race Director
HSBC Calgary Marathon
 
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