MP Patrick Brown announcing Funds raised from the 1st Annual Barrie Waterfront Half Marathon in support of the Cardiac Unit at RVH & Date for 2nd Annual Event

December 20, 2011

Last year on Sunday August 14^th 2011, MP Patrick Brown hosted the inaugural ‘Honda Barrie Waterfront Half Marathon’ in support of Royal Victoria Hospital.

The race consisted of a 21km Half Marathon with a 10.5km relay and 5km option. The route followed along Barrie’s waterfront from south shore to north shore and back. All race participants received a complimentary Barrie Waterfront Half Marathon T-shirt as well as a medal. The number of pre-registered participants was limited to 600 runners and was sold out well before race day.

“In addition to raising funds for RVH, the race promoted a healthy active lifestyle within Barrie as well as demonstrated our beautiful lakefront to outside visitors. With the support of community members and businesses alike this event was a tremendous success. I will be incredibly happy and proud to present representatives of our hospital a cheque tomorrow for our cardiac unit” – Patrick Brown

Lending a hand of support again this year will be Ward 2 Councillor Lynn Strachan. “The inaugural race was tremendous for runners of all ages and abilities. I am so happy to see it back again this year. This event has now become another annual tradition that puts Barrie, our downtown and our wonderful waterfront on the map.” – Lynn Strachan

Proud sponsor Honda Canada has signed up again this year. "We couldn't have asked for a better outcome," noted Lisa Timpf, Group Leader for Communications and Community Relations.  "The event went smoothly, the participants seemed to have a lot of fun, and money was raised for a very worthy cause.  We were pleased to have the opportunity to be the lead sponsor.” - Ms. Timpf

For more information on the announcements contact: (705) 726-5959

More information about the race as well as an interactive map of the route can be found at:  www.barriehalfmarathon.com.