Blue Nose Marathon Announces Scotiabank as a New Presenting Sponsor

Date: April 26th, 2006

Author: Dave Denny

Halifax, NS - The Blue Nose International Marathon is proud to announce that Scotiabank has come on board as the 2006 presenting sponsor. 

As presenting sponsor, Scotiabank will be encouraging its customers in Nova Scotia to participate by promoting the event in all 67 Scotiabank offices in the province.  But Scotiabank's commitment doesn"t stop there.  Scotiabank employees will be out in full force cheering on runners, hosting water stations, passing out sponges and some will even be running in the team relay event.

"We're proud to support the Blue Nose International Marathon because it is a great event that encourages physical activity and good health," says John Oliver, Senior Vice President, Retail & Small Business Banking, Atlantic Region, Scotiabank. "It's essential for businesses to support their communities and at Scotiabank we like to give back in positive ways. We are dedicated to community development and contribute resources to social causes including several health-related events."

Gerry Walsh, Co-Chair, Blue Nose International Marathon, is delighted that Scotiabank has decided to sponsor the event.  "We are honoured that a corporation with the stature of Scotiabank, both in Canada and internationally, has joined Blue Nose as the presenting sponsor," he says.

"Scotiabank's support and assistance will continue to drive growth of the Blue Nose International Marathon and enhance the experience of all participants and volunteers," adds Rod McCulloch, Co-Chair, Blue Nose International Marathon.

The Blue Nose International Marathon is the people's marathon - with diversity to encourage and challenge participants at all levels, first timers and seasoned marathoners.  The Blue Nose International Marathon is set for May 19 - 21, 2006 (Victoria Day Weekend) and the weekend's events include: the Full Marathon, the Volkswagen Half Marathon, the Chronicle Herald 10k, the Rogers Wireless 5k Run/Walk, the Head Shoppe Team Relay and the Doctors Nova Scotia Youth Run.  For information visit www.BlueNoseMarathon.com

Dave Denny, Account Manager

Extreme Group

Phone: (902) 463-0509

Fax: (902) 461-2701

Dave.denny@extremegroup.com

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