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Marathon Canada - Calendar of Events
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Events For September, 2007
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Time
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Event
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Location
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Contact Info
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Description
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Sep 8, 2007
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10:00
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Port Perry Half Marathon
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Email
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The Victorian-style village of Port Perry is nestled along the shores of Lake Scugog and is hosting this 21.1 kilometre run. Eighty percent of the run will be through the countryside.
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Sep 9, 2007
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07:45
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Pride of Canada Marathon
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Thunder Bay, Ontario
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Email
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Most of the marathon race will be run along the scenic bicycle trails in the center of Thunder Bay and on some of the streets. The course has no major hills, only a few small underpasses not really worth mentioning. The course is almost 26.1 miles flat. The course follows the Neebing River and is shaded by numerous trees. All runners will finish their race on the track finishing in front of the viewing stands.
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Sep 9, 2007
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08:00
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Queen City Marathon
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Regina, Saskatchewan
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Email
1-866-278-6726
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The Queen City Marathon (QCM) is Saskatchewan's premier running and walking event. Organized and run by hundreds of dedicated volunteers, this national-calibre, Boston-certified marathon showcases the beauty of Regina to runners from across North America.
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Sep 9, 2007
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08:00
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Springbank Half Marathon
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London, Ontario
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Email
(519) 672-5928
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A small loop of Springbank Park followed by an out and back loop through the Thames River Path system.
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Sep 9, 2007
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09:00
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Montreal International Marathon
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Montreal, Quebec
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Email
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Following tradition, most starting lines are on the renowned Jacques Cartier Bridge and participants will cross some of the nicest areas of Montreal.
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Sep 9, 2007
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09:00
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Lake Ainslie Marathon
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Scotsville, Nova Scotia
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Email
(902) 258-2097
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Starts at Lake Ainslie Fire Hall in Scotsville. Worth it for the shirt alone!!
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Sep 9, 2007
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09:45
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Canmore Rocky Mountain Half Marathon
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Canmore, Alberta
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Email
(888) 552-287
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Includes runs along the Bow River through Three Sisters Mountain Village and over the historic mine bridge, offering stunning views of Canmore's majestic mountain backdrop.
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Sep 9, 2007
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10:00
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Chetwynd Half Marathon
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Chetwynd, British Columbia
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604-788-2214
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Please check the Prince George website for updates!
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Sep 16, 2007
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07:30
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Newfoundland Provincial Marathon
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St John's, Newfoundland
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Email
(709) 758 8258
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An experience like no other. You have to visit the Rock at least once in your life.
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Sep 16, 2007
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08:00
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Rotary Run for Life Half Marathon
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Stony Plain, Alberta
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Email
780-968-4068
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The success of the run allows the Rotary Club of Stony Plain and Coordinated Suicide Prevention Program to promote suicide prevention in our community through awareness and educational programs.
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Sep 16, 2007
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09:00
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Run for the Hills Marathon
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Treherne, Manitoba
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(204) 723-2542
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Challenging hills with gravel roads. Feedback for this rural event is great. Full marathon, half marathon and 10 km run, all walker-friendly.
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Sep 22, 2007
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08:00
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Melissa's Road Race
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Banff, Alberta
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(403) 762-5511
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The 22 km has been capped at 1,500 runners. Please enter early so you are not disappointed. There is not a waiting list as they accept 10% more entries than the quota, to address the no-show factor.
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Sep 23, 2007
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08:00
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Marathon by the Sea
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Saint John, New Brunswick
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Email
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New date. New direction. Should be great!!
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Sep 23, 2007
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08:00
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Rotary Half Marathon
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South Surrey, British Columbia
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Email
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Starts and finishes at the new track!!
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Sep 23, 2007
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09:00
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Get to the Point Half Marathon
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Leamington, Ontario
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Email
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Held at Point Pelee National Park!!
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Sep 30, 2007
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07:00
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Toronto Waterfront Marathon
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Toronto, Ontario
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416-944-2765
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"..I loved every minute of it. For someone running their first Marathon you made it the best experience. It was great the way you catered to first timers like myself." ? E.V.R., New York, NY
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Sep 30, 2007
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08:00
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Run for the Grapes Half Marathon
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St Catharines, Ontario
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Email
(905) 562-8669
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Courses are beautiful flat and very fast running in downtown St. Catharines to the beautiful vineyards of Niagara and finishing back downtown. 6 Aid Stations in the Half serving Gatorade and water. Part of the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival. Travel over to Montebello Park and enjoy the festivities after the race.
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