Marathon participants celebrate personal achievement and fundraising success at the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon

(Fort McMurray, AB, September 26, 2022) – Thanks to the support of marathon participants, community partners, and volunteers, the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon celebrated another successful year with over 650 participants and over $74,000 raised by marathon day for local non-profit organizations through the new “Run for a Reason” program.

Since 2012, runners from Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo and beyond have participated in the annual Fort McMurray Marathon at the end of September. This year, the Fort McMurray Marathon added a new element with the Run for a Reason program. The new program allows registered charitable organizations to sign up as fundraising beneficiaries while marathon participants have the opportunity to raise funds for their favourite registered charity. Marathon participants raised $74,000 by the marathon event date on September 25, but the program remains open for donations until October 16, 2022. Those interested in donating can visit www.fortmcurraymarathon.ca to learn more about the program.

Congratulations to the top finishers of the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon:

Inter Pipeline Full Marathon - Men

  1. Ben Jansen

  2. Wanhee Kim

  3. Serhii Stepko

Inter Pipeline Full Marathon - Women

  1. Tracey Manuel

  2. Michelle Barrett

  3. Victoria Dalk

Servus Credit Union Half Marathon - Men

  1. Mitch Bancroft

  2. Brayden Kijewski

  3. Eduard Sieber

Servus Credit Union Half Marathon - Women

  1. Sarah Bruce

  2. Breanna Dunn

  3. Katie Walker

Higher Health 10 km - Men

  1. Hermon Tekleab

  2. Raf Rzedowski

  3. Mel Benham

Higher Health 10 km - Women

  1. Thais Olivera

  2. Elizabeth Priest

  3. Sabrina Ragan

Pepsi 5km - Men

  1. Hermon Tekleab

  2. John Brown

  3. Jacob Ragan

Pepsi 5km - Women

  1. Kiera Thomas

  2. Thais Olivera

  3. Amber Golosky

SMS Equipment 3km - Men

  1. Hermon Tekleab

  2. Jamie Woods

  3. Andrew Maki

SMS Equipment 3km - Women

  1. Paige Maki

  2. Marda Muzey

  3. Eliana Solbak

The Fort McMurray Marathon concluded with the fan favourite CEDA Kid’s Fun Run, with dozens of participants enjoying a fun-filled race just for kids ages 2-10.

“This year, our marathon participants were able to not only celebrate their personal achievements but also the tremendous fundraising success of the Run for a Reason program,” said Alexis Tallon, Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee Chair. “Thanks to our marathon participants, local non-profits now have more resources available to deliver their services to our region. We want to thank

our dedicated community partners, the local charitable organizations who registered to participate in the Run for a Reason program, our amazing volunteers, and all our marathon participants for another incredible year. We look forward to welcoming you again in 2023!”

The Fort McMurray Marathon would like to thank the following community partners:

  • Inter Pipeline

  • Servus Credit Union

  • Higher Health

  • Pepsi

  • SMS Equipment

  • CEDA

  • Aluma Safway

  • Tridon Communications

  • Culligan Water

  • Mix 103.7FM and 100.5 CRUZ FM

The Fort McMurray Marathon would also like to thank the following local charitable organizations for participating in the inaugural year of the Run for a Reason program:

  •  Arts Council Wood Buffalo

  •  Autism Society of the RMWB

  •  Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo

  •  Centre of Hope

  •  Fort McMurray SPCA

  •  Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta

  •  The Hub Family Resource Centre

  •  Local HERO Foundation

  •  Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre

  •  The Salvation Army Fort McMurray

  •  SMCS Fort McMurray

  •  United Way Fort McMurray and Wood Buffalo

  •  Waypoints

  •  Wood Buffalo Animal Rescue Committee

  •  Wood Buffalo Community Foundation

  •  Wood Buffalo Regional Library

  •  YMCA of Northern Alberta

The Fort McMurray Marathon would additionally like to thank the following partners who provided an enhanced experience for marathon participants on race day:

  •  Second Cup

  •  Save On Foods

  •  The Chopped Leaf

  •  Supplement King

  •  Freshii

  •  Accel Physical Therapy

  •  To the Core Massage Therapy

The Fort McMurray Marathon is presented through a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRCWB) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB).

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For more information, please contact: communications@rrcwb.ca

On September 25 “Run for a Reason” at the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon

(Fort McMurray, AB, April 25, 2022) – The Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee is delighted to announce that the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon will take place on Sunday September 25 and includes an exciting new charity fundraising element called “Run for a Reason”.

For almost a decade, runners from Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo and beyond have participated in the annual Fort McMurray Marathon at the end of September. In 2021, the race was presented as a hybrid event and saw tremendous success with over 600 participants. This year the Fort McMurray Marathon’s new “Run for a Reason” program will allow registered charitable organizations to sign up as fundraising beneficiaries while marathon participants will have the opportunity to raise funds for their favourite registered charity.

“The Fort McMurray Marathon began as a half-marathon event and has continued to evolve over time just as our community has,” said Alexis Tallon, Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee Chair. She added: “The Run for a Reason program is another evolution in the history of the marathon. The program adds a charitable element similar to marathons in other communities, providing a new opportunity to collaborate with community partners and registered charities after a difficult period in our community where many organizations have struggled with fundraising.”

Participants will have the opportunity to register in the Inter Pipeline Full Marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k and SMS Equipment 3k distances. Back again in 2022 is the ever-popular Kid’s Fun Run which allows young runners to enjoy short runs on the same course as the marathon participants. Local registered charitable organizations already registered to participate in the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon as Run for a Reason beneficiaries include Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta, Wood Buffalo Animal Rescue, Local Hero Foundation, Fort McMurray SPCA and Arts Council Wood Buffalo.

“The Fort McMurray Marathon has a proud history of encouraging participants to strive for their goals and push for excellence. This year they have another reason to run as they raise funds for their favourite local registered charities,” said Tallon. “We are excited to welcome our registered charity partners, community partners, and of course our marathon participants back for this year’s event!

Early bird registration for the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon will begin on May 2, 2022.

More details on the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon, including registration links and information on participating in fundraising through Run for a Reason, can be found at: fortmcmurraymarathon.ca/reason

Registered charitable organizations interested in registering as a Run for a Reason beneficiary can find more information and register at: 2022 — Fort McMurray Marathon — Run for a Reason

Organizations and businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities at the 2022 Fort McMurray Marathon can find more information at: fortmcmurraymarathon.ca/partners

The Fort McMurray Marathon is presented through a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRCWB) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB).

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For more information, please contact: communications@rrcwb.ca

2021 Fort McMurray Marathon delivers hybrid event with over 600 participants

(Fort McMurray, AB, September 27, 2021) – Thanks to the support of marathon participants, community partners, and volunteers, the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon celebrated an exciting in-person marathon event on Sunday, September 26, as well as the conclusion of the virtual marathon held from September 11-24.

Since 2012, runners from Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo and beyond have participated in the annual Fort McMurray Marathon at the end of September. In 2020, the event was cancelled due to COVID-19 provincial restrictions; in 2021, the race was delivered as a hybrid event with an in-person race day on September 26 or an opportunity to participate in a virtual run from September 11-24.

Over 600 enthusiastic marathon participants took part in either the virtual or in-person marathon event this year.

Congratulations to the top finishers of the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon:

Pepsi Full Marathon - Men

1. Abram Meagher

2. Jody Raczynski

3. John Brown

 

Pepsi Full Marathon - Women

1. Alanna McMaster

2. Leanne McAmmond

3. Jenna Power

 

Pepsi Half Marathon - Men

1. Conrad Drover

2. Andrew Tiessen

3. Adam Hussynec

 

Pepsi Half Marathon - Women

1. Teresa Horsley

2. Raynita Venter

3. Lindsay Pike

 

Pepsi 10 km - Men

1. Jonathan Gillies

2. Greg Fuhr

3. Brent Lawson

 

Pepsi 10 km - Women

1. Laurie Kemp

2. Jennifer Tu

3. Sabrina Ragan

 

Inter Pipeline 5km - Men

1. Jacob Ragan

2. Andrew Benty

3. Kale Maki

 

Inter Pipeline 5km - Women

1. Norah Horsley

2. Meredith Pratt

3. Dinah MacAulay

 

Inter Pipeline 3km - Men

1. Jamie Woods

2. Carson Holstein

3. Shivanta Sarkar

 

Inter Pipeline 3km - Women

1. Paige Maki

2. Kahnle Shopland

3. Macie Power

 

The in-person race day concluded with the fan favourite Syncrude Kid’s Fun Run, with dozens of participants enjoying a fun-filled race just for kids ages 2-10.

“During a challenging period in our community and across the world, delivering this event to our dedicated past marathon participants, as well as new runners, was so important to our team,” said Alexis Tallon, Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee Chair. “Through an event that was safe, fun and committed to the concept of achieving your personal best, we hope we created a hybrid marathon experience that captured every enjoyable element of past Fort McMurray marathons. We are so excited to deliver this event again in 2022, and are grateful for the support of our participants, community partners, and volunteers this year.”

The Fort McMurray Marathon would like to thank the following community partners and volunteer organizations:

  • Pepsi

  • Inter Pipeline

  • Syncrude

  • AlumaSafway

  • Tridon Communications

  • Culligan Water

  • Accel Physical Therapy

  • Supplement King

  • Freshii

  • Chopped Leaf

  • Save On Foods

  • Mix 103.7FM and 100.5 CRUZ FM

  • Wood Buffalo Regional Library

  • Wood Buffalo Food Bank

  • Acden

  • United Way Fort McMurray and Wood Buffalo

The Fort McMurray Marathon is presented through a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRCWB) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB).

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For more information, please contact: communications@rrcwb.ca

2021 Fort McMurray Marathon welcomes presenting partners

(Fort McMurray, AB, August 31, 2021) – The Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee is pleased to welcome several presenting partners to the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon.

Since 2012, runners from Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo and beyond have participated in the annual Fort McMurray Marathon at the end of September. In 2020, the event was cancelled due to COVID-19 provincial restrictions; in 2021, the race will be presented as a hybrid event with an in-person race day on September 26, 2021 or an opportunity to participate in a virtual run from September 11-24, 2021.

The 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon is welcoming the following presenting partners on board this year:

  • Pepsi – Full Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K

  • Inter Pipeline - 5K and 3K

  • Syncrude – Kid’s Fun Run

 “We are so grateful to our Fort McMurray Marathon presenting partners for joining us for the event this year,” said Alexis Tallon, Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee Chair. She added: “We are seeing tremendous excitement as we prepare to welcome our race participants, and the support of all of our partners ensures we can provide a great experience!”

In addition, the Fort McMurray Marathon thanks Culligan Water, Harvard Broadcasting, and AlumaSafway for their support of the event this year.

 Participants can register now for the Pepsi Marathon, Pepsi Half Marathon, Pepsi 10k, Inter Pipeline 5k and Inter Pipeline 3k.

 The Fort McMurray Marathon is presented through a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRCWB) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB).

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact: sponsorship@rrcwb.ca

Registration for the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon is available at: fortmcmurraymarathon.ca

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For more information, please contact: communications@rrcwb.ca

2021 Fort McMurray Marathon to deliver hybrid event with option for virtual or in-person participation

(Fort McMurray, AB, June 14 2021) – The Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee is pleased to announce that the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon will be presented as a hybrid event this year, with options for virtual or in-person participation.

Since 2012, runners from Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo and beyond have participated in the annual Fort McMurray Marathon at the end of September. In 2020, the event was cancelled due to COVID-19 provincial restrictions; in 2021, the race will be presented as a hybrid event with an in-person race day on September 26, 2021 or an opportunity to participate in a virtual run from September 11-24, 2021.

“This change is similar to many other Canadian marathons, which have also moved to a hybrid format to provide runners with options for participation and ensure their needs and comfort levels are met, while still providing the opportunity to enjoy the marathon experience and push for personal achievement goals,” said Alexis Tallon, Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee Chair. She added: “While the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon experience might be different from past years, it honours the history and legacy of a local race that has continued to grow and push for improvement, much like the many participants who have embraced the event on an annual basis.”

Participants will have the opportunity to register and participate in the full marathon, half marathon, 10k, 5k and 3k distances. At the current time, the Organizing Committee is also planning to host the ever-popular and fan favourite Kid’s Fun Run as an in-person event on race day (September 26).

“The Fort McMurray Marathon has a proud history of encouraging participants to strive for their goals and push for excellence. The Marathon also recognizes the important link between physical and mental well-being, and particularly how physical activity has allowed individuals to cope with the challenges we have faced during the past two years,” said Tallon. “We hope both past and new race participants will join us for the run in 2021!” The Fort McMurray Marathon is presented through a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRCWB) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB).

Registration for the 2021 Fort McMurray Marathon will open on June 18, 2021.