Our Olympic Medalists competed for Canada and now they are competing for your PLEDGES. They are paying it forward to give other athletes from across Canada the opportunity to become an Olympian.

On Saturday May 29, 2010, during Ottawa Race Weekend Olympic Medalists Tania Vicent, Denny Morrison, Kim St Pierre and Marc Kennedy are running the 5K to raise money for the Canadian Athletes Now Fund.

Where you come in:
1. Pick your Favourite Medalist! Tania, Denny, Kim or Marc
2. Make a pledge on their link (see below) and help them reach their fundraising GOAL
3. With your pledge you will find out the name of the athlete you have supported and receive a tax receipt.

The 4 Olympic Medalists/ Runners

Tania Vicent
2010- 2006 Olympic Silver Medalist, 2002-1998 Olympic Bronze Medalist, Speed Skating:

"As a 4 time Olympic medalist and a recipient of the CAN Fund, I know first hand what it means to be supported. The CAN Fund has helped me to release myself from the financial burden and has help me concentrate on the most important step of becoming one of the best athlete in the world. Now that I have retired it is time to give back!!! This is why I will be running in May in support of all other athletes and their dreams of becoming the best they can be!!!"

Pledge to support Tania’s Run

Denny Morrison
2010 Gold & 2006 Silver Medalist, Speed Skating:

“Winning an Olympic Gold medal is my greatest achievement yet and something I'm very proud of, but I know I couldn't have done it without the help and support of so many people. Now it's my turn to give something back. By running the 5K race in support of CAN Fund, I hope to raise funds in support of future athletes and give them the best shot to reach the top of the podium!”

Pledge to support Denny’s Run

Kim St-Pierre
2010, 2006 & 2002 Gold Medalist, Ice Hockey:

"This May 29 I will be in Ottawa running the 5K in support of Canadian athletes. I was a multiple recipient of the CAN Fund and the funding I received allowed me to train full time to be able to win a Gold Medal at the Olympics. I am excited to be running in Ottawa and to be giving back in support of other athletes. I know how important the financial support is for an athlete and the CAN Fund is a major help for a lot of us!!"

Pledge to support Kim’s Run

Marc Kennedy
2010 Gold Medalist, Team Martin, Curling:

"I am looking forward to giving back to an organization that has helped athletes across this country reach their dreams. CAN Fund supported me and my teammates, and gave us the resources needed to properly train and prepare for the Olympics in Vancouver. CAN Fund played an important role in our Olympic Gold Medal. I am running to help support all those athletes who, like me, have a dream!"

Pledge to support Marc’s Run