schroederman September 28th, 2008
UPDATE: More photos have been added!
Photos for the 2008 Rock & Roll Half Marathon are now available, check them out!
To view a larger image, just click on a thumbnail. Use the navigation at the bottom of the gallery to view the next page of thumbnails.
To view a slideshow, click [View slideshow].
schroederman September 28th, 2008
Everyone had a great time at the 2008 Rock & Roll Half Marathon and the positive feedback has been overwhelming. Thanks to all of the volunteers and entertainers and everyone who made this event a success!
Here are a few of the comments we’ve received today…
“I love the balloons, the Elvis (Corny), and Taz - fantastic. The volunteers were remarkable and the music was so enjoyable. Great day and the best marathon after party ever!”
“You and your staff are doing a wonderful job in your mission to create awareness to mental illness.”
We’d love to hear what you have to say about the event. Post a comment on the website, or send an email to Mona Stott.
schroederman September 28th, 2008
UPDATE: The results originally posted were incorrect. These have been replaced with the combined results of the 10k Fun Run/Walk and Half Marathon Run. Thanks Vic and Richard for letting us know!
With over 400 registered participants and 362 finishers, check out the results for the 2008 Rock & Roll Half Marathon held on September 28, 2008 in Niverville, MB. Photos from the event will be posted soon so feel free to check the website later today!
schroederman September 27th, 2008
The Balloon of Hope release ceremony kicked off the 1st Annual Rock & Roll Half Marathon to honour the memory of Joey Stott who took his life in June 2007. Each green balloon is hope for a future where mental health issues no longer mean living without hope.
If you find one of our balloons, please let us know where it landed by posting a comment.
Danielle September 27th, 2008
Suicide is not chosen; it happens when pain exceeds the resources for coping with pain.
The monies raised at the 2007 event have been targeted at awareness and ensuring the much needed resources are available.
In conjunction with the 1st Annual Rock & Roll Half Marathon, we unveiled a Winnipeg-wide billboard and transit advertising campaign focusing on suicide awareness starting September 1 through to December 20, 2008. The campaign will feature the Manitoba Suicide Line to help those struggling with depression and thoughts of suicide.
The billboards mark the kick off of the first major mental health awareness campaign in Manitoba history. You can see them on transit buses, the University of Manitoba, Niverville Avenue (ironically) and the list goes on.
schroederman September 26th, 2008
The Imagine Team has been working hard to raise awareness about suicide and advertise the Rock & Roll Half Marathon through advertising, word of mouth, media and community support. People are starting to talk, and we couldn’t be more happy to hear it. Here are a couple radio ads you might hear on the radio:
Radio Ad #1
Radio Ad #2
We’ve also been mentioned in the local news and personal blogs.
schroederman September 8th, 2008
As we’re gearing up for Imagine 2008, please take a moment to remember last year’s personal marathon that one woman ran in memory of her son. This was the beginning of IMAGINE.
Mona’s Story was written by Darryll Zurbyk and published in the July / August 2008 edition of the Running Room Magazine. It’s an incredible story documenting the devastation of suicide and how a rural Manitoba family turned their loss into what has become the first major mental illness awareness campaign in Manitoba.
Check out the event pictures from Imagine 2007 in the Gallery.
Mona August 26th, 2008
The phrase “miles of entertainment” just took on a whole new meaning!?? Big Daddy Tazz will be riding the Looney Express and providing early-morning groggy runners with the motivation that they need for the half marathon that awaits them in Niverville, MB!
Be sure to request the free bus ride to the race site when you register online at the Running Room.?? If you have already registered and somehow managed to overlook this insanely fun opportunity, contact the Race Administrator, Darryll Zurbyk.
You won’t be sore from running, you’ll be sore from laughing all the way TO and FROM the Rock & Roll thriller!
UPDATE (September 8, 2008):?? Sorry folks the bus is full.?? Be sure sign up early to catch it next year! -Danielle Stott
Mona August 26th, 2008
I am so pleased to announce that??5 more major sponsors have joined our efforts!?? Imagine is very grateful for the generous donations of:
Don’t forget to check out all our generous sponsors! Thanks for Helping Us Help Others!
schroederman June 28th, 2008
We are pleased to announce our Website Launch courtesy of Niverville Arts & Culture, who hooked us up with web hosting.
Check back to see posts written by the Imagine Team and more event details for the Manitoba’s First Rock & Roll Half Marathon in Niverville, Manitoba on Saturday, September 27th, 2008. This event is a non-competitive half marathon fundraiser organized in the loving memory of Joey Stott, an exceptional human being who left us far too soon!
Our goal???to prevent suicide and defeat the negative social stigma surrounding the issue. Every dollar raised from last year???s event went directly to suicide awareness campaigns, research and education.
Please encourage family and friends to attend, cheer you on, and to partake in all the activities planned.