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The story behind your 2020 GMS Queen City Marathon medals. With 2020 being such an unusual year for our event - and in our 20th anniversary year, too - we worked with the great people at The Pin People/Laurie Artiss Ltd. to develop a set of medals that would be something out of the ordinary. First, with the COVID-19 virus being with us, we incorporated the virus (albeit in a much cuter…

Race Kit Package Pickup    Race Kit Package Pickup Starts Friday, August 28 MASKS WILL BE MANDATORY FOR EVERYONE ENTERTING PACKAGE PICKUP. Anyone registering on or after August 27 will need to arrange alternative pickup of race packages. We will be in contact next week to assist.   If you live in Regina and area Participants living within an approximately 40 km radius of Regina…

Here's a look at the tech shirts for the events at this year's virtual GMS Queen City Marathon. Our thanks to our merchandise partners, TG Marketing. First up, the Mini Marathon tech shirt. Next, the tech shirt for the Campbell & Haliburton Family 5K event. Here is the tech shirt for the University of Regina Night Owl 5K event. Next up is the tech shirt for those participating in…

Virtual Marathons: What Are They and How Do They Work? Marathons and running events have been around for a long time – we’re talking all the way back to ancient Greece. They have stood the test of time and still remain popular today, with thousands happening every year around the world. Physically, it can help you stay fit, sleep better and is great for your overall health. It…

Run Regina has joined forces with the Provincial Capital Commission and races across the province for a FREE Canada Day run, walk, or roll. The Covid-19 pandemic has hit the race industry hard, causing more than 15,000 runners and walkers who would have participated in a 2020 race in Saskatchewan to miss out on their races. Not only have these participants been impacted but also our communities…