REGISTRATION
When is the registration deadline?
Can I register on race day?
What is the latest date I can register?
Can I mail in my registration?
Why didn't I receive a confirmation e-mail?
Can a friend pick up my race kit for me?
I am entered in the race but recently incurred an injury and will be unable to compete. Can I defer my participation to next year?
May I switch my registration from one race to another?
What is the cancellation policy?
Are there Corporate Team or Team Relays?
Where can I view a map of the race course?
Is there a Pasta Dinner?
Do participants in all events receive a shirt?
Which races receive medals?
Do I get my money back if I can't run?
GENERAL QUESTIONS
How do I donate to Sick Kids online?
How many participants do you expect?
Is the W-I-N Marathon a Boston Marathon qualifying race?
Is the Marathon walker-friendly?
I do not have a bib number. Can I run the race as an unofficial entrant?
What are the locations for the port-a-potties?
Can I use a baby jogger?
How long will the finish be open for the Marathon?
How can I rent a booth at the Expo or insert an item into the runners' kits?
How can I obtain T-Shirts and other souvenirs from the WIN Marathon?
Where do I pick up my race kit?
Is there baggage service and if so where?
Where do I pick up the transfer shuttle for the Half Marathon?
Is there first aid and medical on course for the event?
What hotels and accommodations are available for the Race weekend?
Can I make a donation to the Sick Kids Foundation during the Race Weekend?
What are the prizes?
Do walkers get a timed result?
What is difference between Chip Time and Gun Time?
What is chip removal?
Finish Line Etiquette.
Lost and Found
REGISTRATION
When is the registration deadline?
Online registration will close at 6:00 pm (EST) on May 20, 2010
For registration information, please go to OnlineRegistrations.ca
Can I register on race day?
There is no race registration on race day. Registration will be available at the Expo (Iroquois Park Sports Centre - Arena 3) on Saturday May 22, 2010 from 9:00 AM-6:00 p.m.
What is the latest date I can register?
Mailed in entries must be received at the marathon office by May 15th. On-line registration will close at 6:00 pm (EST) on May 20, 2010
Can I mail in my registration?
You can mail in a completed registration form and send with a cheque or money order to the following address.
WIN Marathon
PO Box 10058
910 Dundas Street West
Whitby Ontario
L1P 1P7
Please make cheques payable to WHITBY INTERNATIONAL NORTH MARATHON
Here is the WIN Marathon 2010 printable registration form.
Why didn't I receive a confirmation e-mail?
In most cases an incorrect e-mail address was entered. Please e-mail the race director at registration@winmarathon.com and include your name, race and date you registered.
Can a friend pick up my race kit for me?
Yes. If you are unable to pick up your race kit you may send a friend to retrieve your race kit. Please have a written note with their signature OR a copy of their confirmation
I am entered in the race but recently incurred an injury and will be unable to compete. Can I defer my participation to next year?
No. We do not offer deferments or refunds.
May I switch my registration from one race to another?
If you wish to change your registration on-line, it must be completed on or before May 15, 2010. An e-mail must be sent to the director of registration at registration@winmarathon.com. Any changes after this date will be honoured at the Expo on Saturday May 22, 2010. Participants who wish to transfer their registration to a shorter race (Marathon to Half Marathon) may do so only if the shorter event is not sold out. No refunds will be issued. Participants who wish to transfer their registration to a longer race (Half Marathon to the Full Marathon) will be charged the difference between the amount they have already paid and the current registration fee for the race to which they wish to transfer, plus a $10 administrative fee.
What is the cancellation policy?
Entry fees are non-refundable. That means that once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. You may not transfer your entry to another participant, or to another year. The Marathon, Half Marathon, 10KM and 1KM races accordance with management executives, city officials and local law enforcement has the authority to cancel any of the events for emergency purposes such as, but not limited to, inclement weather or threat of terrorism. If such emergency conditions force cancellation, refunds cannot be provided since funds will have been spent in preparation for Race Day.
Any questions or concerns please contact director@winmarathon.com
Are there Corporate Team or Team Relays?
Yes, there is a relay team option for the Marathon only. Each relay team has a maximum of 2 people. To register online at OnlineRegistrations.ca.
Where can I view a map of the race course?
Full Marathon Click Here. (www.winmarathon.com/raceinfo.php)
Half Marathon Click Here.( www.winmarathon.com/raceinfo.php)
10 KM Click Here. (www.winmarathon.com/raceinfo.php)
1 KM Click Here.( www.winmarathon.com/raceinfo.php)
Is there a Pasta Dinner?
Yes, a pasta dinner will take place at Sports Garden Cafe on Saturday May 22nd. The fee is $25.00 and includes dinner, coffee/tea. All additional drinks and food orders are extra.
You can register online at OnlineRegistrations.ca.
Do participants in all events receive a shirt?
The Full Marathon and Half Marathon registrants all receive a Technical Shirt. The 10KM registrants will receive a standard race shirt.
Which races receive medals?
All race participants will receive an official medal.
Do I get my money back if I can't run?
There are no refunds and entries are non transferable.
GENERAL QUESTIONS
How do I donate to Sick Kids Foundation online?
You can make an online donation to Sick Kids here.
How many participants do you expect?
Marathon: 1000
Half Marathon: 2000
10 KM: 400
1 KM KIDS: 100+
Is the W-I-N Marathon a Boston Marathon qualifying race?
Yes. Qualifying times are a follows
Qualifying Times*
Age | Men | Women
18-34 | 3hrs 10min | 3hrs 40min
35-39 | 3hrs 15min | 3hrs 45min
40-44 | 3hrs 20min | 3hrs 50min
45-49 | 3hrs 30min | 4hrs 00min
50-54 | 3hrs 35min | 4hrs 05min
55-59 | 3hrs 45min | 4hrs 15min
60-64 | 4hrs 00min | 4hrs 30min
65-69 | 4hrs 15min | 4hrs 45min
70-74 | 4hrs 30min | 5hrs 00min
75-79 | 4hrs 45min | 5hrs 15min
80 and over 5hrs 00min 5hrs 30min
Is the Marathon walker-friendly?
Walkers are open to register for the half marathon and 10 KM races only.
I do not have a bib number. Can I run the race as an unofficial entrant?
For the safety of all race participants, unofficial entrants are not permitted.
What are the locations for the port-a-potties?
Port-a-potties are located at the start/finish line. Additionally, port-a-potties will be located every 6 km throughout the race. There are water stations every 3 km.
Can I use a baby jogger?
No, jogging strollers are not permitted on any of the races.
How long will the finish be open for the Marathon?
The finish will be open for 5 1/2 hours.
How can I rent a booth at the Expo or insert an item into the runners' kits?
Please contact the race director for more information at director@winmarathon.com
How can I obtain T-Shirts and other souvenirs from the WIN Marathon?
You can purchase merchandise at the Expo site throughout the race weekend
Where do I pick up my race kit?
Race kit pick up will be held at the Iroquois Park Sports Centre - Arena 3.
Iroquois Park Recreation Centre, 500 Victoria Street West, Whitby Ontario
(905) 434-4320 http://www.iroquoispark.com/
Times are as follows
Friday May 21st, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Saturday May 22nd, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Is there baggage service and if so where?
Yes, baggage check is provided free to all runners for all races except the 1 KM. Baggage details will be confirmed in your final instructions of your race kit. Please note, no checking of purses, valuables or breakables will be permitted. A baggage claim tag and zip tie will be included in your Race Kit. Attached the tag to your bag and give to the attendant at the Baggage Check location. Your bib number is needed to pick up checked baggage after the race.
Baggage Check will open at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday for the 10 KM.
Baggage Check will open at 5:30 a.m. on Sunday for the Full and Half Marathon.
Is there first aid and medical on course for the event?
First Aid will be at the start/finish lines as well as throughout the course. More details to follow.
What hotels and accommodations are available for the Race weekend?
For a list of local hotels please click here. (www.google.ca/search?hl=en&source=hp&q=whitby+hotels&meta=&rlz=1R2ADRA_enCA350&aq=0sx&oq=whittby+hotel)
Can I make a donation to the Sick Kids Foundation during the Race Weekend?
Yes, Donations can be dropped off during the Expo. There will be a designated booth for Sick Kids where you can visit and drop off any donations
What are the prizes?
Prizes to be confirmed shortly.
Do walkers get a timed result?
Yes. All Half Marathon Walkers get a timed result.
What is difference between Chip Time and Gun Time?
Gun Time: The time from the sound of the starters signal to the time when the runner crosses the finish line. Also known as the Official Time. All award categories are prized by Gun Time.
Real Time, Chip Time: The time from when the runner crosses the starting mats at the start line, to the time elapsed when the runner crosses the finishing mats. Prizing is not based on Chip Time.
What is chip removal?
Directly after the finish line volunteers will remove the timing chip from your shoe and present you with your finisher's medal. Runners who do not return their timing chip will be charged $40.
Finish Line Etiquette.
As a courtesy to those finishing behind you please keep moving once you cross the finish line. Do not wait for family or friends in the finishing chute as it will get congested and some runners may not be able to finish. Proceed through the chute where you will be given your medal and have your chip removed.
Lost and Found
Lost and Found is located in the Expo located in Arena 3.
