Heroes Run for Healthcare returns to Pembroke this spring

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The Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation has announced the return of its annual Heroes Run for Healthcare, set to take place on Sunday, May 4, in downtown Pembroke. Presented by Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), the event aims to rally the community in support of local healthcare services.

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The Heroes Run features two main events: a 2-kilometre hero-themed fun run for children, sponsored by Bradley Law, and a 5-kilometre timed run for all ages, sponsored by MacEwen. According to planning committee chairman Scott Coombes, the run is a celebration of community spirit and a collective effort to strengthen healthcare in the region.

“[This event] brings our community together for a common goal each spring – to support local healthcare,” Coombes said.

Funds raised during the run will go toward the purchase of priority medical equipment for Pembroke Regional Hospital (PRH). Executive director of the PRH Foundation, Roger Martin, emphasized the importance of these contributions.

“This year’s event will support the highest priority equipment needs at Pembroke Regional Hospital and keep state-of-the-art health care, right here, close to home,” Martin said.

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The 2-kilometre kids run offers an engaging experience for young participants, featuring treats, superhero meet-and-greets, and a superhero cape awarded at the finish line.

“Grab your superhero costume and embrace your superpowers, all while making a difference for local healthcare,” said organizer Tammy Blackmore.

Leigh Costello, the Foundation’s community fundraising specialist, highlighted the heroic theme of the run.

“This event celebrates our local heroes, whether that be your neighbour, your mother, local firefighter or a front-line health care professional. We want to celebrate all the heroes who make our community such a great place to live,” she said.

Registration is now open. The cost is $10 per child (aged 12 and under) for the 2K fun run, with guardians welcome to accompany them at no extra charge. The 5K timed run has a registration fee of $35 per person. A discounted group rate of $150 is available for schools, youth organizations, and sports teams participating in the 5K.

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Participants can register online at www.heroesrun.ca or through the Foundation’s website at www.prhfoundation.com. For group registrations or more information, Leigh Costello can be reached at [email protected] or by calling (613) 732-2811 ext. 7408.

Participants are encouraged to raise pledges in support of the hospital. A prize valued at $500 will be awarded to the top fundraiser, and those who raise over $100 will be entered into a draw to win a one-year family pool pass from the Best Western Pembroke Inn & Conference Centre.

Donations to the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation are welcome at any time and can be made through the Foundation office, by calling (613) 732-2811 ext. 7408 or online at www.prhfoundation.com.

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