My team
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 08 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| May 08 | Anonymous | $28.25 |
| May 07 | Jan and Trevor Paine | $28.25 |
| May 07 | Denis & Ruth | $108.76 |
| May 06 | John Nield | $108.76 |
| May 05 | Lloyd Campbell | $108.76 |
| May 04 | Judy Eardley | $10.00 |
| May 04 | Faye McDonald | $15.00 |
| May 04 | Ibtissam Kammal Tannis | $538.14 |
| May 02 | Set that record for the Perley. | Undisclosed amount |
