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Help Rejeanne raise money

For participating in Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend 2023

Why I'm Running...

I am walking 5km this year. I want everyone to know that they can still be active, no matter how old they are!

In 2021, then-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, 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.”

Donate to help Rejeanne raise money for Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend 2023’s fundraising campaign.


See Me Care!

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jun 01 Donald Hamilton $50.00
Jun 01 Marcel Lemay $50.00
May 31 Anonymous Undisclosed amount
May 31 Debbie Price My Auntie does it again! Congrats for the record and for raising funds to help others! $55.09
May 30 Karen Hooper Congratulations Rejeanne! You are an inspiration to women of ALL ages!! $55.09
May 30 The Frere Family Congratulations, Reggie! $538.14
May 29 Rachel Inspiring!! $55.09
May 29 Sharon Smeltzer Congratulations on the world record Aunt Rejeanne! You are a great inspiration to me and so many others! $28.25
May 29 Richelle Weeks Reg you’ve inspired a nation! Thank you so much for taking me along for the ride. I’ve been racing for years but that was the best!! $55.09
May 29 Perley Health Foundation Wow - 5K - great achievement! $6.79