Why I'm Running...
At 95 years young, I am walking 5km with my friend Marie to support exceptional care for the residents at Perley Health!
95-year-old Rejeanne Fairhead participated in her first road race after being encouraged by her friend Marie. She completed the Ottawa 5km at Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend 2022 walking in Keds, which set a new national record for women’s 95+ 5k speed at 58:52 minutes!
This year, at 96, Rejeanne aims for the world record with a new pair of running shoes, a training plan, and a supportive community to back her up. The current world record for women’s 95+ is 55:48 minutes, set by American Betty Lindberg at the Atlanta Peachtree 5K in 2022.
Ultimately, Rejeanne wants to inspire others to stay active, especially as they age, and looks forward to participating in the run with her friends and family. “I'm going to go for the record, but if I don't hit it, I will still enjoy the race and get others to do it. My priority is to support the Perley and encourage others to get out there and do something with their lives.”
Faites un don pour soutenir Rejeanne et l’aider à recueillir des fonds lors de l’événement La fin de semaine des courses Tamarack d’Ottawa.
See Me Care!
Date du don | Nom du donateur | Montant du don |
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May 27 | Stephanie and Jordan | 54,63 $ |
May 27 | Gaetane Smith | 54,63 $ |
May 27 | Sharon Duby | Montant non divulgué |
May 27 | Brenda Roberts | 54,63 $ |
May 27 | Sylvie Beekmans | 108,31 $ |
May 27 | Jordan Fairhead & Sheena McGarvey | 81,47 $ |
May 27 | Norm and Diane Fairhead | 54,63 $ |
May 27 | Lise Malouin-Albert | 54,63 $ |
May 27 | Anonyme | Montant non divulgué |
May 27 | Leslie Clubb | 27,80 $ |