This stair climb commemorates the loss of 343 firefighters and 70 law enforcement members that died on Sept 11, 2001. The challenge is to retrace the ascent (and descent) of the 110 stories of the WTC – this equals 10 “laps” of The Lethbridge Center Tower.
Registration fees
stairclimb Closed
110 stories
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$40.00Jun. 16 - Sep. 26
Event Information
The Stairclimb is a physically demanding activity in that the goal is always to achieve a climb
(and descent) of 110 stories. This distance is the equivalent distance of the height of the World
Trade Center as it stood before the attacks of 9-11. It is believed that many rescuers would have
made a similar climb that day and unfortunately many never returned home.
We make this climb in order to honour those we lost in the line of duty and to ensure that we
never forget them. Participants are encouraged to ask for sponsors in the form of pledges in order
to raise money for the Legacy Place Society, which is a provincial charity to support first
responders and military and the families in the prevention and support for PTSD.
How you choose to approach this task is up to each individual and your personal level of fitness
should be taken into account. A few suggestions:
a) Ensure you do a warm up routine prior to the climb
b) Arrive well hydrated and rested. There will be water supplied but if you have a different
favorite refreshment or energy bar please bring your own
c) Work as a team to encourage and support one another
d) Stay single file to the right side to allow faster climbers to pass. Follow the designated
route – 1 stairwell is up, 1 is down
- heats will be created
e) Take breaks as required off the stairs or route and HYDRATE!
f) Wearing good running shoes is highly recommended even for those choosing to use
turnouts
g) Unfortunately we are unable to supply loaner turnout gear or tactical gear. Climbers wishing to use this equipment or any combination of it must bring their own. Please ensure that it has been completely cleaned of contaminants for the climb. Soiled equipment will not be allowed in the building.
h) It takes anywhere from 30-120min to perform the climb depending on the method you
choose. Some more common methods:
a. Regular gym strip or workout clothing
b. Firefighter Turnouts
c. SCBA. With or without turnouts
d. Highrise Firefighting equipment.
e. Police or military tactical gear
We will be providing chips again this year so that it will count laps and give you an accurate time at the end.
NEW for 2019... The Legacy Place Society will issue charitable tax receipts for any amount over $20 if requested in the registration process. Receipts from pledges can also be arranged if first and last name and FULL mailing address is provided.
Pledge Page
9-11 Memorial Stairclimb
Lethbridge Center Tower
Sunday, Sep 29, 11am-3pm
First Name:_____________________________________
Last Name:_____________________________________
I plan to climb at least _______ stories for The Legacy Place Society.
10 laps = 110 stories; or the equivalent distance of the Twin Towers when they still stood.
Dear Potential Sponsor,
I am participating in the 9-11 Memorial Stairclimb. All proceeds will be donated to The Legacy Place Society. You can sponsor me for an amount per lap and can name a maximum amount that you are willing to contribute. After the climb, I will return to tell you how many stories I climbed and collect your contribution.
Thank you!
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Participants:
Please bring this form and all donations to the climb on Sep 29
Pledge Page Link (please print and bring to climb)
Event schedule
- Sun., September 29, 2019 11:00 a.m. - Lethbridge stairclimb
Contact information
- Event contact
- Mark Matheson