Capes, costumes, and community spirit will take over Downtown Pembroke as the annual Heroes Run for Healthcare, presented by Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, returns on Sunday, May 3rd.

 

This family-friendly fundraising event supports vital healthcare close to home and features two signature races:

 

• the 2K Superhero Run for children aged 12 and under, proudly presented by Bradley Law, and

 

• a 5K timed run, presented by MacEwen.

 

All proceeds from this year’s event will help fund the purchase of a new CT Scanner for Pembroke Regional Hospital.

 

“This year’s Heroes Run for Healthcare will directly support enhanced diagnostic care for our community through the purchase of a new CT Scanner,” says Leigh Costello, Community Fundraising Specialist with the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation.

 

Event Chair Sarah Selle says participants are encouraged to get involved in fundraising for a chance to win exciting rewards.

 

“There are amazing prizes up for grabs,” Selle explains. “Anyone who raises $100 or more will be entered into a draw for a brand new Apple Watch, and the top overall fundraiser will take home a $500 gift certificate prize.”

 

Selle adds that online fundraising tools make it easy for participants to share their page and collect pledges digitally.

 

The popular 2K Superhero Run promises an unforgettable experience for younger participants. Event organizer Tammy Blackmore encourages families to dress up and join the fun.

 

“The 2K superhero themed kids run is packed with fun, featuring favourite superheroes and movie characters, mission stops with treats, and a superhero cape for every finisher. Each young hero receives a mission bag at the start line to collect treats along the route and earns their very own cape upon crossing the finish line.”

 

Registration Details

 

Participants can register online at www.heroesrun.ca or by contacting the PRH Foundation office at 613 732 2811 ext. 6129.

 

• 2K Superhero Run: $10 per child

• 5K Timed Run: $35 per participant

 

Online registration closes at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30. In person registration will be available:

 

• Friday, May 1 from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at the Best Western Pembroke Hotel lobby

• Event morning up until 9:30 a.m.

 

Official Heroes Run for Healthcare moisture wicking T shirts will be available for purchase on event day for $20.

 

Road Closure Notice

 

Pembroke Street West will be closed on Sunday, May 3, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., between MacKay Street and Agnes Street.

 

For more information about the Heroes Run for Healthcare or to learn how you can support the current campaign, please contact the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation at 613 732 2811 ext. 7408 or visit www.prhfoundation.com.

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Roger Martin, Executive Director

Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation

roger.martin@prh.email

(613) 732-2811, extension 6223

 

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