FAQ

Mississauga Marathon 2008- Frequently Asked Questions

Why wasn’t I asked for my t-shirt size during registration?
T-shirt sizes are first come first serve at the Runners Expo on May 9th and 10th.

Do participants in all events receive a shirt?
The first 7500 individuals registered in the Canon Marathon, Reebok Half Marathon and Grand & Toy Corporate/Team Relay will receive a Reebok technical shirt and the first 3500 individuals registered in the Desjardins General Insurance 10K and 10K Student Relay, “The Hazel” 5K and The Mississauga News 2K Family Fun Run/Walk will receive a Reebok cotton t-shirt.

Which races receive medals?
Finishers of all races will receive a medal.

Can I change my event?
Prior to May 1 send an email to info@mississaugamarathon.com or call 905-949-2931 and let us know your name and registration number, the event you are currently registered for and the event you would like to change to.

After May 1, you can change your event at the Sportstats booth at the runners expo.

Do I get my money back if I can't run?
There are no refunds and entries are non transferable. You may defer your entry to the following year for medical reasons only. An original doctor’s note along with your original event registration details must be received by the Mississauga Marathon no later then Friday, May 23th in order to be processed for 2009. No race kits will be available to non-participants.

Where do I pick up my race kit?
At the Runners Expo at the Mississauga Valley Community Centre, 1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd on Fri. May 9, 11am to 8pm and Sat. May 10 from 10am to 5pm. For entrants in the 10K and 5K, and 10K Student Relay race kit pick up ENDS at 3pm on Saturday, May 10.

Can I get a friend to pick up my race kit for me?
Yes. Please bring a signed note from the person you are picking up for.

What is the latest date I can register?
Mailed in entries must be received at the marathon office by May 2nd and on-line registration closes at 12pm on May 7th.
On site registration at the Runners Expo on Saturday, May 10 ends at 3pm for the 10K and 5K. 5pm for all other events.

May I register on race day?
You can register for the Marathon and Half Marathon at the Runners Expo on May 9th and 10th but there is NO registration on race day.

Race Day registration is available for the 2K, 5K and 10K at the Runner’s Expo before Saturday May 10th by 3pm. There is on-site registration for the 2K at the 2K start line.

May I pick up my race kit/chip on race day?
For the 5K and 10K, yes, before 3pm at the Expo.
For Sunday’s events, (Canon Marathon, Reebok Half Marathon & G&T Corporate relay) Race kits must be picked up in advance at the Runner’s Expo on May 9 and 10, 2008.

Is there baggage service from the start to finish?
Yes, for all races except the 2K. Baggage details will be confirmed in your final instructions of your race kit. Please note, no checking of purses, valuables or breakables will be permitted.

Where do I pick up the shuttles for the 10K Student Relay and Corporate Relay Challenge?
The first runner from all corporate relay teams must go directly to the start line on City Centre Drive/Robert Speck Parkway.
All other relay members should take a shuttle to their respective exchange points from Cawthra Community Centre – 1399 Cawthra Rd. just south of the QEW.
Be sure you board the correct bus. All buses will be signed.
School Relay buses will depart at 5:30 pm on May 10th.
Corporate Relay shuttles will depart beginning at 6:45am on May 11th.

How do I get back to my car from the finish?
Shuttles will run from the finish area at Lakefront Promenade Park to Cawthra Community Centre and to the start line areas of all races.
Shuttles from the finish area at Lakefront Promenade Park will run on Saturday evening until 8:30pm and on Sunday until 3 pm.

My family is here at the start, how can I get them to finish area?
Spectators, for all races, wanting to get to the finish area should park at Cawthra Community Centre and take a shuttle to the finish. There is NO parking at the finish area.

Can I take a shuttle to start line?
Marathon
Yes, on Sunday May 11th. There will be a limited number of shuttles leaving Cawthra Community Centre at 5:45am. This will be on a first-come- first -served basis.
Please note that this is a service for runners. We ask that, due to limited space, spectators not use this specific service.
2K
Yes, on Sunday May 11th.There will be a limited number of shuttles leaving the finish area at Lakefront Promenade and Cawthra Community Centre at 11:30am.
This will be on a first-come- first -served basis.
Shuttles to the 10k leave from the Clarkson Go station, south lot at 5:30pm. Shuttles to the 5K start line leave from Cawthra Comm Centre at 5:00pm

Can spectators and families use the shuttles?
Yes. Especially when going to the finish area.
There is NO parking at the finish area. Parking is available at the Cawthra Community Centre where you can ride to the finish line area. The Cawthra Community Centre is approximately 2K from the finish line.

Where do I park at the finish?
There is NO parking at the finish area.
Park at Cawthra Community Centre and take a shuttle to the finish.

What are the popular spectator spots?
Mississauga Rd and Burnhamthorpe Rd. – you must approach from the west.
Orr Rd. and Southdown Rd. – approach from the west.
Jack Darling Park, Waterfront Trail
Port Credit lighthouse
St. Lawrence Park
Adamson Estate
Please be aware of road restrictions when accessing these locations.

Are there gels on course?
Gels at 24K, 34K and 38K for the marathon.
There are aid stations every 2K with water, Gatorade, port-o-potties, Vaseline, band aids etc.

Are there port-o-potties on course?
Yes, every 2K at the aid stations.

Where will timing splits be taken?
Clocks will be placed at 5K intervals along the course and at 21.1K.

Where is the start line for all races?
5K – Lakeshore Rd and Front St. north, Port Credit. (just north of the Lighthouse)
10K – Lakeshore Rd., west of Johnson’s Lane, Clarkson.
Marathon and Half – City Centre Dr and Robert Speck Pkwy, east side of Square One Mall.
2K – Hiawatha Park, Cumberland Dr. and Hiawatha Pkwy.

How do I get to the finish line after I have run my relay leg?
A shuttle bus will wait at each exchange for all relay runners to complete their leg and then will bring you to the finish.

Which relay runner wears the timing chip and do we pass it from runner to runner?
The last runner from each team MUST wear the timing chip in order to get an official time. The chip is NOT passed from runner to runner.

Where do I take my pledge dollars raised?
Donations collected for our charity partners can be taken to the Runner’s Expo or the finish line. You can also forward your pledge money directly to any of the following charities;
The Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada
The Credit Valley Hospital Foundation
Trillium Health Care Foundation
William Osler Health Care Foundation
YMCA
Jerry Love Children’s Fund

When are awards and prizing given out? Where?
Awards for the 5K and 10K events are Saturday May 10 at 7:30pm.
Awards for the half marathon event are Sunday May 11 at 10:00am.
Marathon awards at 11:00pm. The awards ceremony is at the finish line at Lakefront Promenade Park.

Do walkers get a timed result?
Yes. All participants (excluding the 2K) get a timed result. There is a 6.5-hour cut off time for results. (2pm)

Will I receive my prize/award after the event?
Yes, all prizing must be picked up on the day of the event.

What are the qualifying times for Boston?

How do I wear my timing chip?
A short plastic zip strip (like a twist tie) to be attached to your shoe will be included in your runners kit. Only participants wearing a ChampionChip will be timed. The reading distance of the ChampionChip System is limited. The antennas are embedded in the red mats on the road. Therefore the chips should be located as close to the mats as possible on the shoe of the participant. Using the strip to attach the chip to the bottom portion of your shoelaces makes it easier for the finish line crew to remove them. If you tie it into your laces you will have to untie your shoe when you finish. It is also important to put the long end of the chip pointing toward your toe. Bear in mind: no chip, no time.

What is difference between Chip Time and Gun Time?
Gun Time: The time from the sound of the starters signal to the time when the runner crosses the finish line. Also know as the Official Time.Real Time, Chip Time: The time from when the runner crosses the starting mats at the start line, to the time elapsed when the runner crosses the finishing mats.