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The County Marathon has been re-certified

9/28/2017

This past weekend Coach Pimm travelled to Prince Edward County (Jones Counter in hand) to measure The County Marathon and Half Marathon routes for re-certification by Athletics Canada.

The Marathon runs from Wellington across Prince Edward County, eventually finishing in Picton. The Half Marathon runs the last half of the marathon route.

Along the way, participants are treated to some gorgeous rustic scenes.

Pimm reports on the day he conducted the measurements, the local temperature of 30 degrees C. broke a record. And the local newspaper, THE TIMES, covered it - see here.

Coach taking a break from the heat.

The County Marathon happens October 1, 1017. For more information visit.

http://www.thecountymarathon.ca

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The 2017 Nutrience Oakville Half - September 23/24

9/13/2017

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Don't miss out on the must-run Fall event, the Nutrience Oakville Half Marathon, on September 23-24 in Coronation Park, Oakville.

Distances include 21.1K, 10K, 10K Relay, 5K, Timbits 2K and the newly added Mutt Strutt 2K!

Due to recent construction the Half Marathon route has been altered. Coach Pimm recently measured the revised the very scenic route, and Athletics Canada has certified the route, which can be viewed here.

For more information visit

www.oakvillehalfmarathon.com

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B&O YORKVILLE RUN 5 km. is Certified

9/6/2017

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Toronto continues to experience condo and road construction which has been affecting several road race routes, including the B&O Yorkville Run.

In fact, it was only in the last couple of weeks that the needed adjustments were decided, which allowing the course to be remeasured and certified. Coach Pimm was commissioned for the job and Athletics Canada has reviewed and certified the route.

The B&O Yorkville Run is a premier, boutique, 5K race that unites local runners and businesses to raise funds for local charities. The run provides a luxurious experience to its 1,000 participants — from its high-end race kit, to its customized finishers medals and après-run hors d'oeuvres served by white-gloved waiters, courtesy of Yorkville restaurants.

The 8th Annual B&O Yorkville Run will take place on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at 9:45 AM.

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Toronto Island Run is a GO! on Sept. 10/17

8/20/2017

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The Toronto Island is ready for the Toronto Island Run. It's finally dry, and the medals, shirts and food, are ordered and Coach Pimm measured the NEW 5 and 10 km. routes, both of which have been Certified by Athletics Canada. Now all they need is YOU!

And here's something new:

The late Ed Whitlock proved that running doesn’t have a finish line. In that same spirit, the Longboat Roadrunners have created the Grand Masters award to be presented to the fastest age-graded runners over 50 at the 37th annual Longboat Toronto Island 10k on September 10, 2017.

Check out the video below to see what a great Family Event this is. And for more information visit the website, http://torontoislandrun.com.

Register now for the Longboat Toronto Island Run on September 10th! Online applications close on September 3rd.

To register go to:

https://onlineregistrations.ca/or/events/148562637042121

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Coach Pimm’s 1991 Women’s XC Team inducted in to U of T Hall of Fame

7/28/2017

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[from the desk of Coach Pimm]

In 1991, the University of Toronto Women’s Cross Country team I was coaching, pulled off a major upset, winning the Canadian University Championship.

Most upset was the heavily favoured University of Victoria team especially given that Victoria was hosting the championships.

Making the outcome seem more unlikely was the fact that the ladies had “only” finished 2nd at the Ontario Championships a couple of weeks earlier.

It was a very good day since on the same day, my men’s team, decisively won their national championship. But that was expected.

In recognition of the Women’s accomplishment, the team was inducted in to the University of Toronto Sports Hall of Fame on Thursday June 8, 2017. Also inducted as an individual was the team’s outstanding runner, Alison Evanoff. The announcement is here .

And here’s the team... liking my Tom Selleck moustache.

1991 National Champions

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Global Energy 10 K Race by Dempster's is coming to Toronto

7/28/2017

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The Global Energy Race by Dempster's is part of a global commitment to promote healthy lifestyles and physical activity. Canada Bread Company, Limited is thrilled to invite families, competitive runners and non-professional runners to be part of an event that in 2016 happened in 37 cities across 22 countries, including two locations in Canada, Hamilton and Calgary.

This year, the event. which includes a 10 km. run and a 3 km. walk, is being presented in the beautiful Ashbridge's area of the Beaches in Toronto on Sunday September 24.

Coach Pimm was commissioned to design and measure the 10 km. route and Athletics Canada has certified the 10 Km. route.

Check out this 2016 youtube video

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Toronto Island flooding delays race route certifications

7/28/2017

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As is well known, this Spring and Summer, Mother Nature has presented more than a challenge to the Toronto Islands. Just ask the carp that have been enjoyably swimming about on premises normally reserved for picnickers.

Ted: Hey Frank - are those Carps? Frank: Yep

The situation has resulted in the delay of a couple of Island Run events from getting their routes certified.

Coach Pimm has been commissioned to measure the Divas Half Marathon as well as the Longboat Toronto Island Run's 5 and 10 km. routes. However, the Divas event, which was originally scheduled for June 11, had to change venues, moving their event to The Donlands (NB- the route was not certified, but the organizers indicated on their website, they will hold their event on the Toronto Island in 2018 - and it will on a certified route).

As for the Longboat event, which isn't until September 10, they'reencouraged by the recent re-opening of most of the Island. So their fingers are crossed...

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Pride And Remembrance Run 5 km. now Certified

6/1/2017

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Athletics Canada has approved the application for Certification submitted by Coach Pimm.

See earlier posting about this event here.

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Coach Pimm measures UJA's Run With Israel 8 km.

5/20/2017

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Peter was recently commissioned to accurately measure an 8 km. route for the United Jewish Appeal's Run with Israel which will be happening in Toronto on Monday May 22, 2017.

Although the route is not being being submitted for Athletics Canada certification, the Coach used a calibrated Jones Counter in order to guarantee an the distance and km. locations are accurate. Let's just say it's "Pimm Certified".

This year's route takes you through the streets of Downtown Toronto, beginning at Coronation Park, and ending at Ontario Place with the Renee & Irwin Nadal Festival.

UJA's Run with Israel takes place alongside UJA's Walk with Israel, this event is the largest solidarity Walk and fundraiser in support of the people of Israel in North America. Every dollar raised from this fundraising event goes directly to support the people of Israel through UJA's programs and services.

UJA's Run with Israel is paid for through corporate sponsorship, so 100% of the funds raised are allocated to UJA's partner communities in Sderot, Bat Yam, and the Eilat/Eilot region.

For more information , visit the website.

Runners starting out from Coronation Park

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Athletics Canada certifies Scotiabank Rat Race's 5 km.

4/30/2017

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Coach Pimm recently measured a revised 5 km. route for the Rat Race and Athletics Canada has approved the application for certification.

Here's an opportunity to have a great time while doing good! On the evening of Thursday June 15, participants in the Scotiabank Rat Race for United Way—now in its 15th year—will run (or walk) 5K through the closed streets of downtown Toronto (see map below).

Even better, 100% of the money raised will go directly to creating belonging for people and families across our community, thanks to the United Way.

Ready to run the good race? Register today, and dust off those trainers for June 15!. And afterwards enjoy the Beer Garden in Nathan Phillips Square.

Go here to register.