Run Into the New Year

The St. Lawrence Runners will be hosting its Second Annual New Years Eve Run on December 31, 2009. Why watch the fireworks from the comforts of your living room or in a crowded party room when you can enjoy the spectacle with your fellow runners. Ring in the new year and decade with an easy 8-9km run through the streets of downtown Toronto.

Leaving at the front of the St. Lawrence Market at 11:15pm.

Sunday December 27th Hill Training

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This Sunday December 27th we will run to Riverdale Park. There we will do one loop of a Cycle Cross race from a couple months ago. It will be a great hill workout. Then we run back.

Improving Our Running Environment

A challenge when running in an urban environment is the condition of the sidewalks and roads. Luckily the St. Lawrence neighbourhood has active community and business organizations (including runners) that encourage our City government to maintain these areas. The above photo was taken several years ago. The location is Church Street, south of The Esplanade, only a few blocks from the financial district and in an area known for theatres, restaurants and The St. Lawrence Market. High density residential buildings are located on the east side of the street. The adjacent parking lot had taken over the public right-of-way and pedestrians were forced to walk on the road. Under Mayor Miller's Clean and Beautiful initiative the community and Councillor Pam McConnell finally were able to have a new sidewalk constructed. The photo below shows the street after construction in November.

The cars are now pushed back and 5 trees have been planted providing pedestrians with a comfortable street condition. In the spring we can look forward to a safer and greener street that compliments the neighbourhood rather that detracts from it. We'll continue to monitor street conditions and encourage improved streetscapes.

St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Cheering Sections wins 1st Prize and $6,000 at Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Wynn Fitness sponsored the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Cheering Section and supported local runners during the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Over $14,000 was raised for the Nutrition program at Market Lane School.

Anthony and the Torch

Winter Olympic supporter and local businessman Anthony meets the torch as it passes his Second Cup cafe.

Runners Support Torch Relay

Local runners cheered on the Olympic Torch this morning. Long-time running supporter Anthony provided free coffee to anyone at his Second Cup cafe at 6:30 a.m. to watch the torch move along Front Street. These guys will do anything for a free coffee.

Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon Runners' Expo

Chung-yee and fellow runner Joan pose at the 2009 Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon Expo.