Calgary Marathon

6,200 Race Participants & The Miracle of the Medals

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Sunday, May 29, 2022
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With excitement in the air (along with a little cool wind), 6,200 excited participants lined the start chutes to begin their run, walk and roll to the finish line.

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  • With excitement in the air (along with a little cool wind), 6,200 excited participants lined the start chutes to begin their run, walk and roll to the finish line.
  • As sign of the times, in-person participation vs. virtual race participation increased to 98%, while in Septembers delayed event, more than a quarter of the runners participated in the virtual run option.
  • Friday and Saturday also marked the much-anticipated return of the pre-race Runners Market and exhibition at the Stampede Park Grandstand.
  • In addition to choosing a race distance, runners could choose to run on behalf of a charity, choosing from 73 registered charities.

Canadian Racers Dominate Calgary Marathon

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Sunday, May 27, 2018
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CALGARY, May 27, 2018 /CNW/ - The 54th annual Scotiabank Calgary Marathon saw 8,500 racers hitting the city streets, with nearly$600,000 raised in support of 68 local charities through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge.

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  • CALGARY, May 27, 2018 /CNW/ - The 54th annual Scotiabank Calgary Marathon saw 8,500 racers hitting the city streets, with nearly$600,000 raised in support of 68 local charities through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge.
  • "We congratulate all participants for their determination and dedication to their races at the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon and thank those who fundraised for local charities as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge," said Rod Wendt, District Vice-President, Calgary Central.
  • The 54th edition of the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon was another great success thanks to the organizers, volunteers and racers who make the event a popular one each year."
  • A total of 10 of 18, Top 3 finishers live and train in Calgary, while 14 of the 18, Top 3 finishers are Canadian citizens.

The Scotiabank Charity Challenge Continues to Drive Community Commitment

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Wednesday, May 23, 2018
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Scotiabank offers the Scotiabank Charity Challenge at six sponsored marathon events across Canada including Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver and Toronto.

Key Points: 
  • Scotiabank offers the Scotiabank Charity Challenge at six sponsored marathon events across Canada including Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver and Toronto.
  • Scotiabank believes in helping young people reach their infinite potential, and many organizations who take part in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge have a direct impact in our local youth.
  • For a complete list of 2018 charities participating in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge, please visit the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon's website.
  • - Fundraise: Once registered, sign up for the Scotiabank Charity Challenge and raise funds for a participating official charity.