2015 Canada Army Run
This was the second consecutive year that Rideau Hall, the official residence and workplace of the governor general, was part of the half-marathon course.
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As patron of Canada Army Run, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, attended this unique event on September 20, 2015, in Ottawa. Canadians ran, walked or rolled side-by-side with members of the Canadian Armed Forces in half-marathon and five-kilometre events.
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The 13-kilometre marker of the half-marathon was located on the grounds.
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Fundraising efforts and proceeds from this event benefit Soldier On and the Military Families Fund.
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Participants from across Canada and as far as New Zealand competed in this event in the heart of Canada's Capital.
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Over 25 000 participants took part in the five-kilometre and half-marathon races.
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His Excellency also addressed half-marathon participants and thanked them for their support.
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He also congratulated the five-kilometre race participants as they crossed the finish line.
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The Governor General helped kick-off the five-kilometre run.
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The Governor General cheered on runners as they arrived in front of the official residence.
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