Bands, DJs and Radio stations to motivate runners on course May 3 32 groups will entertain and inspire runners throughout the four BMO Vancouver Marathon courses Vancouver, BC – April 10, 2015 – This year’s BMO Vancouver Marathon features the largest number of...
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Hat-trick reward for runners who run three Vancouver International Marathon Society events
Runners can score a hat-trick for completing all three Vancouver International Marathon Society events BMO Vancouver Marathon, Granville Island Turkey Trot, and Fall Classic complete trio Vancouver, BC – April 9, 2015 – Runners who complete all three events organized...
Tree Trekking element added to all races
New tree trekking element added to Stanley Park section of BMO Vancouver Marathon courses Extreme and tough and maybe a bit of mud Vancouver, BC – April 1, 2015 – With a new popular trend of obstacle course running events, organizers of the BMO Vancouver Marathon have...
Half Marathon Course Ranked one of the World’s Best!
Active Times ranks Half Marathon as one of the World's Best! While the BMO Vancouver Marathon course is award winning and known as the marquee event, the Half Marathon has also recently received coveted recognition from Active Times as one of the World’s Best Half...
BMO Vancouver Marathon named Best Marathon in Western Canada, 100% Rating
The BMO Vancouver Marathon continues to rack up the rewards. This month, Vancouver's only marathon was voted as one of BC's Top 3 Races in Impact Magazine with a perfect 100% Race Rating! Impact Magazine adds “Superb support from the crowd and volunteers.” Thank you...
2015 BMO Vancouver Marathon Medals Arrive
The spectacular new 2015 BMO Vancouver Marathon Medals have arrived at the Vancouver International Marathon Society offices! Ready to see your hardware?! Take a peak at the samples approved earlier this year, as revealed on CTV Morning Live - click here.
Runners Motivating others through the RunVan Community Ambassador Program
More than just runners of the BMO Vancouver Marathon, RUNVAN Community Ambassadors are leaders in the community who embody the Vancouver International Marathon Society’s mission, vision and values. These superstars find joy in motivating and inspiring others through...
Run4Hope: Canuck Place
Living in the moment at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice At Canuck Place Children’s Hospice (CPCH), we provide critical care for children with life-threatening illnesses in our two provincial locations and in their home communities, empowering them to live in the...
The Takeoff Contest
It’s that time of year – the days are getting longer, the sun is beginning to reappear, flowers and cherry blossoms are starting to bloom in Vancouver! With less than 50 days until the BMO Vancouver Marathon, we are now in the last stretch, almost ready for takeoff!...
Legacy Runners Club race over 50,000 KM
Legacy Runners Club have raced over 50,000 KM of Vancouver roads Returning Vancouver Marathon Runners are rewarded for their loyalty Vancouver, BC – March 4, 2015 – Nearly 100 runners have joined the Legacy Runners Club representing over 50,000 kilometres covered at...
Run4Hope: Habitat for Humanity
Going the Distance with Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver There is reason to celebrate. This year marks our 20th anniversary. Since the beginning, we have pledged to bring affordable housing to our communities. From Langley to Squamish, we are constantly seeking...
The Bro Jake Show talks about the 2015 BMO Vancouver Marathon
I get the big bull horn and get up there with the microphone, I’ve been doing it for the past couple of years. It’s a thrill; it’s one of my favourite events . . . Free beer – just when I thought that maybe I don’t just want to be the announcer there, I want to go for...