Posted: October 4, 2007

Athletics: Toronto Marathon launches new course on Sunday October 14, 2007

Toronto, Ontario - The 13th annual Toronto Marathon (TM) will run through the streets of Toronto on Sunday, October 14, 2007. The Toronto Marathon which begins at Mel Lastman Square and finishes at Queen's Park, will launch a brand new course for 2007 showcasing many scenic and historic landmarks and neighbourhoods including Yonge Street, Forest Hill, Casa Loma, Rosedale Valley Ravine, St. Lawrence Market, the Flatiron Building, Queen's Quay, the Martin Goodman Trail, High Park, and University Avenue. A course map is available to view at www.TorontoMarathon.com. Organizers are expecting over 10,000 participants from 40 + countries in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Relay. The event raises funds and awareness for the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation, MS, Hemophilia, Toronto Foundation for Student Success, The Canadian Institute for Cultural Affairs, ORBIS Canada and Canadian Diabetes. Since 1995, the Toronto Marathon has raised over $5.3 million for its affiliated charities. The Toronto Marathon is a qualifying event for the Boston Marathon. It is sanctioned by Athletics Canada and the AIMS and meets international standards. The Toronto Marathon attracts over 50,000 spectators to the streets of Toronto, and draws on the community for over 1,200 volunteers. Subscribe to the Runner's Web Weekly Digest