Run, Mom, Run! Olympians, Celebrities to Run with their Moms The Inaugural Fairmont Mother’s Day Run Set for this Sunday
May 7, 2015 (Vancouver) – Mothers and their families are taking part in a little more physical activity than normal this Sunday before they delve into their traditional Mother’s Day Brunch. Nearly 1000 mothers and their families will take part in the inaugural Fairmont Mother’s Day Run this Sunday on a trek that starts in Stanley Park, travels along the Coal Harbour Seawall, and finishes at the Olympic Flames in Jack Poole Plaza. Finishers Medals? Not on this day. Mothers will receive a designer Pashmina Scarf at the finish line along with all participants being showered with a number of gifts including champagne, chocolate, soap, lotions and more. The event has attracted a number of Olympians and celebrities that will be participating with their families. Two-­‐time Olympian and Ironman World Championship contender, Brent McMahon, will be running alongside his mother, Terry. Lucy Smith, a 19 time Canadian national running champion will run with her 10 year old son, Ross. The run will feature traditional awards as well as unique categories such as the Mom With the Most Children in the Race, The Fastest Mother/Daughter and Mother/Son Teams, and The Family with the Most Generations in the Race. Fairmont Hotels and Resorts, global leaders in the hospitality industry, will offer options for Mother's Day Brunch and special weekend hotel rates for out of town participants or those who want to pamper mom with a “staycation”. The Fairmont Mother’s Day Run & Walk options include 3k, 5k and 10k categories, and the weekend will also include fitness activities and clinics presented by GoodLife Fitness, lululemon, PowerBar, and LifeSport Coaching. Moms are the main focus of the event, however everyone is welcome to participate. The event is pleased to have Make-­‐A-­‐Wish® BC & Yukon as the Official Charity. Since 1983, Make-­‐
A-­‐Wish BC & Yukon have granted over 1,700 wishes for children with a life-­‐threatening medical condition. Many participants and volunteers at the event will be Make-­‐A-­‐Wish children, their supporters and their families. For entry or volunteer information, please visit: www.runmomrun.ca ###
About LifeSport Coaching and Events
LifeSport Coaching and Events is a small Canadian-­‐based coaching and sporting event management company comprised of a team of coaches, athletes and mentors that work with all levels of athletes in the pursuit of fitness and inspiration. LifeSport has a strong history of producing successful sporting events including the Subaru Western Triathlon Series and the Banff Marathon. About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts connects guests to the very best of its destinations worldwide, reflecting each locale's energy, culture and history. Passionate travelers choose the luxury hotel brand for its ability to deliver memorable travel experiences, personalized and thoughtful service, and hotels that are one-­‐of-­‐a-­‐kind. Serving as genuine gateways to their destinations, Fairmont hotels offer locally-­‐inspired cuisine and spirited bars and lounges, distinctive design and décor, and a steadfast responsibility to environmental and social priorities. With more than 65 hotels globally, and many more in development, landmark hotels in the Fairmont collection include The Plaza in New York, London’s The Savoy, Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai and Quebec City’s Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Fairmont is owned by FRHI Hotels & Resorts, a leading global hotel company with over 110 hotels under the Fairmont, Raffles, and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont, Raffles and Swissôtel branded luxury private residence clubs, whole-­‐ownership residences and serviced residences properties. For more information or reservations, please visit fairmont.com.
About Make-A-Wish
Since 1983, Make-­‐A-­‐Wish BC & Yukon has granted over 1,700 wishes for children with a life-­‐threatening medical condition. Each wish carries a child and their family from a place of uncertainty to a place of Hope, Strength and Joy. Our goal is to refocus attention on the positive by providing a unique, once-­‐in-­‐a-­‐lifetime wish experience that a family might not otherwise have. For more information about Make-­‐A-­‐Wish BC & Yukon, including how you can help refer a child for a wish; participate in the Adopt-­‐A-­‐Wish® program; or help us make wishes come true, please call toll-­‐free 1-­‐866-­‐277-­‐9474 or visit www.makeawishbc.ca
Media Contacts: Jenna Sedmak, Communications Coordinator LifeSport Coaching and Events Jenna.sedmak@lifesportcoaching.com 250-­‐744-­‐3648 Nancie Hall, Regional PR Director PNW Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Nancie.hall@fairmont.com 604-­‐443-­‐1842 Nancy Tardioli, Director of Communications & Community Partnerships
Make-­‐A-­‐Wish BC & Yukon nancy.tardioli@makeawish.ca 1-­‐866-­‐277-­‐9474