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Relaying News of the Air Force Run
On 27 Feb, 15 Air Force runners and three lap counters based in Winnipeg were among 300 participants who took part in the Great Grain Relay, a running event to raise money for juvenile diabetes held on the 200m indoor track at the University of Manitoba. read more...
If You Have the Time – We Have a Job For You
On your mark, get set…we are now accepting volunteer applications for the upcoming 2010 Air Force Run. It’s the chance to join a dedicated team of volunteers as we welcome runners from across Canada competing in the 5km, 10km and ½ marathon events. read more...
2010 Air Force Run gearing up to take flight
By OCdt Scott Laird
17 Wing Winnipeg is proud to host the 2nd annual Air Force Run. The Air Force Run Committee encourages all runners, sponsors and volunteers to join us again for the 2010 Air Force Run. Bring a friend! Bring your family! Last year's inaugural AFR was a great success and this year promises to be even better.
Take this opportunity to show your support and run along side the brave members of the Canadian Forces. Whether it's the challenging 1/2 marathon, the 10km, the 5km or the popular 5km Family Fun Run you are sure to enjoy yourself. This run is an excellent opportunity to stay active, have fun and support the Canadian Forces and their families.
The course takes you across the 17 Wing flight line, where you will run past an impressive display of Canadian military aircraft. The course continues through the streets in and around the base and concludes at the 17 Wing Fitness and recreation Centre. After the run stick around for the post-race BBQ!
Registration is now available online at www.runningroom.ca. Register early and save!
Preparations Underway for Air Force Run 2010
Second Annual Event to be Held on Sunday, May 30, 2010
By Capt Jeff Noel
Wing Public Affairs Officer
17 WING WINNIPEG, Man. - The Inaugural Air Force Run held at 17 Wing this past May attracted over 1,000 civilian and military runners along with another 281 in a "Shadow Run" held in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Preparations for the second annual event, Air Force Run 2010 are now well underway.
"The spectacular success of the Inaugural Air Force Run would not have been possible without the tremendous effort of more than 200 volunteers and cadets" said Major Rob Clark, Deputy Commandant of the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Studies and Chairman of Air Force Run 2010.
Maj Clark says that their dedication to the Air Force was pivotal and along with the excellent support the Run received from businesses, the City of Winnipeg and the community, a solid foundation for this years run was laid.
Air Force Run 2010 promises to improve greatly upon last year's event. With an improved route, the addition of a post race BBQ and desire to double last year's runners and charitable donations, this year's team is committed to making this event a steadfast and noteworthy Winnipeg event.
Although known as the Air Force Run, the focus of this family-oriented, community event is to offer an opportunity for the general public to come out and participate with the men and women of the Air Force, Navy, Army, and the Reserves... their neighbours, while promoting physical fitness and two valued charities, the Military Families Fund and Soldier On.
Information about Air Force Run 2010 is available online at www.airforcerun.ca. Register today for this historic event at www.runningroom.ca!
Air Force base feels the Blues (2009)
by Lt Noel Paine
Canada Command
With a resounding roar of its jet engine as it passed overhead signalling the start of the historic run, a Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbird’s Tutor jet provided runners a fleeting, blurred, red and white image as they surged across the start line.
The Snowbird, red and white like the Canadian flag, could not however outshine the obvious glow of blue Air Force pride that beamed brightly on the faces of organizers and hundreds of volunteer’s who had toiled long hours over many months to make the Run a reality.
Being an Air Force run it was quite appropriate that most CF runners flew the distance from their home units to attend this historic running event.
Despite long hours of flying, 17 Wing had ‘The Blues’ as all three race distances were swept by Air Force runners, including an impressive half-marathon finish by 2nd Lieutenant Jorge Parra-Martinez from 19 Wing Comox who completed the distance in a time of 1 hour 19 minutes.
Equally impressive was Major Brendan Cook of 14 Wing Greenwood who completed the10km event in 38 minutes 52 seconds.
”It was an amazing experience to feel the camaraderie and Air Force pride as well as see a little good ole sweat on the forehead of our Air Force members,” said Lieutenant-General Angus Watt, the Chief of the Air Staff, who not only handed out medals to the top finishers at the conclusion of the historic run but also ran the 10km race.
The goal of the Air Force and race director Capt Justin Boileau is to not only keep ‘The Blues’ coming back year after year but to increase the number of Army, Navy and civilian participants and families as well.
“In addition to promoting physical fitness,” said Capt Boileau, “it is a great form for us to raise awareness and funds for the Military Families Fund and Soldier On program.”
For the final results from the competitive runs held in Winnipeg, please visit: www.airforcerun.ca
For information about Canada’s Air Force, visit: http://www.airforce.forces.gc.ca/site/index_e.asp
Air Force Run racing towards Mach Speed (2009)
By OCdt Jennifer Doornink
Wing Public Affairs
17 WING WINNIPEG, Man. – We've got the routes, we've got the date and the time, we've now got registration, and so what are we missing - YOU! That's right; we need you to help us reach 'Mach Speed' by running May 31st at the Inaugural Air Force Run.
The Air Force Run committee has been working tirelessly on getting registration up online. Now with registration up there's no stopping this run from zooming full speed ahead. Registration does however come with a price, so if you want the early bird special race off to visit the registration page before April 7th.
All four routes; the family fun run, the 5 km race, 10 km race and half-marathon, run across the ramp that will highlight many of our present Air Force aircraft. You will also run off the wing through the air park displaying aircraft of past eras.
For more information about and Soldier On and the Military Family Resource Centre, please visit their websites:
Soldier On
Military Family Resource Centre
Air Force Run sets sights on raising awareness (2009)
Organizers for the Inaugural Air Force Run are aiming their sights highBy OCdt Jennifer Doornink
Wing Public Affairs
17 WING WINNIPEG, Man. – Organizers for the Inaugural Air Force Run are aiming their sights high. They have made it their mission to raise awareness among their neighbours of two non-profit organizations that do so much to help Canadian Forces members and their families.
"We have decided to showcase the Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) and Soldier On," said Capt. Justin Boileau, the Director of the Air Force Run that is set to take place in Winnipeg on Sunday, May 31st.
"The Air Force run will be providing means and opportunities to donate money to these charities through the website as well as on race day," he said.
The MFRC was established in 1991 to help ease challenges faced by the families of military members. A large part of being in the Forces is having a supportive family; MFRC understands this and aids by offering services that enhance the military experience for families.
Soldier On was created two short years ago in collaboration with the Canadian Paralympic Committee. Its mission is to contribute to optimizing the functional independence of injured soldiers by delivering services that support their full and active participation in physical activities, recreation or sport.
They provide financial grants to injured CF personnel who require adapted sports equipment, and subsidize fitness and sport related activity expenses that directly contribute to enhancing or maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle.
Both of these national organizations provide much support and services to Canadian Forces members and their families each and every day.
For more information about and Soldier On and the Military Family Resource Centre, please visit their websites:
Soldier On
Military Family Resource Centre
Calling all Runners! (2009)
Inaugural Air Force Run set for takeoffBy OCdt Jennifer Doornink
Wing Public Affairs
17 WING WINNIPEG, Man. – You may have heard rumours regarding an Air Force Run to be held here at 17 Wing this spring. Well, let me clear the air…the rumours are true! Team Winnipeg will be the host for the first ever Air Force Run.
To be held on Sunday, May 31st, on and around historic 17 Wing Winnipeg, this historic running event is open to both the public and military members.
Participants will have a choice of routes ranging from a 5km fun run/ walk, to a more challenging 10km run, or for the long distance runner a gruelling 21.08km half-marathon. Both the 10km and half-marathon have been officially recognized by the Manitoba Runners′ Association as one of their Grand Prix events for 2009.
For more information regarding this historic first, you can visit the official website set to be launched the 15th of January. Although it′s still being added to, the intent is to inform the public of the run, have route and contact information, along with a link to register for the event.
You can view the new webpage at www.airforcerun.ca
- Register Now!
- Proud Supporters
of the 2010 Air Force Run - New Routes for 2010
- New TV Spot
The 2010 Television Ad - Kandahar Air Force Run
"I liked the fly-overs." - M.M.
