VANCOUVER, BC, Canada. February 8th. Canada Running Series, Canada's premier running circuit, has announced a multiyear partnership with Asics, whereby the world's top running brand will become the presenting athletic sponsor of the Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon & 5K.
"We are excited to have this opportunity to work with a showcase run like the Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon," said Yves Simard VP of Sales and Marketing AQP Asics Canadian Distributor "The event is a fantastic opportunity for our brand to partner with leading retailer Forerunners to service the Vancouver running community."
The multi-year agreement with ASICS will build on the eleven years of growth the event has had, and is expected to attract almost 6,000 runners from across Canada and more than a dozen countries. ASICS and Scotiabank are proud to support the Charity Challenge, with over 25 Charity partners allowing runners to run for the charity of their choice. In 2010 the event is going to build on the $1.3 million it has raised for charities in the community.
"We're delighted to have ASICS join the Scotiabank Vancouver Half team. As the world's #1 running brand, their partnership will help Canada Running Series, Scotiabank and Forerunners grow the event to the next level and bring some fresh, exciting initiatives to the Vancouver running scene," said Alan Brookes, President Canada Running Series.
The Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon and 5k runs this year Sunday on June 27th, 2010. The Half-Marathon route is one of the most-scenic in the world, as it runs downhill from UBC to a grand finish in Stanley Park. The run features multiple entertainment stations, bands and cheering groups to support the runners along the route. The 5K is staged entirely inside Stanley Park, including picturesque sections along the Seawall. Online registration, fundraising, and run details can be found at www.vancouverhalf.com.
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