Canon Canada and Brampton Half Marathon Expand Partnership
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BRAMPTON, ON., MARCH 9, 2021 – The Brampton Half Marathon announced today that it has partnered with Canon Canada Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, to become the title sponsor of the 10K event at the 2021 Brampton Half Marathon.
“Today’s announcement expands on the terrific relationship that the Brampton Half and Canon have built in just a short time,” said Elliott Kerr, President of Landmark Sport Group, organizers of the Brampton Half Marathon. “We are thrilled to have Canon presenting the 10K event, as their commitment to the Brampton community and support for our vision of the Brampton Half Marathon makes them the ideal partner to grow this event in 2021 and beyond.”
“Since Canon’s Brampton Headquarters opened in 2016, we’ve received such a warm welcome from the community, local businesses and residents alike. That’s why we’re delighted to be sponsoring the Canon 10K at the 2021 Brampton Half Marathon,” said Nobu Kitajima, President & CEO, Canon Canada. Located at Mississauga Rd. and Steeles Ave. W. in Brampton, Canon Canada’s headquarters is LEED® Gold certified, is home to hundreds of employees, and received the Healthy Workplace Award in 2019 at the Brampton Board of Trade Business Excellence Awards. “At Canon, we are driven by our philosophy of Kyosei: all people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future – and so, we look forward to running this race together.”
Together the Brampton Half Marathon and Canon will bring participants of the Canon 10K event a world-class experience for all. All participants will receive a race kit, access to virtual leaderboards, the chance to fundraise for one of eight local Brampton charities, and more.
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About the Brampton Half Marathon
The Brampton Half Marathon is a new running event hosted by Landmark Sport Group in the City of Brampton. In consultation with Peel Public Health and the Province of Ontario, the decision has been made to transition the 2021 Brampton Half Marathon to a virtual event. 2021 will be the inaugural year of the Brampton Half, and the race will feature Half Marathon and Canon 10K options. Stay up to date with all the latest information on the Brampton Half Marathon on social media @BramptonHalf.
About Canon Canada Inc.
Headquartered in Brampton, Ontario, Canon Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A. Inc., is a leading provider of consumer and business-to-business digital imaging solutions. Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon’s success. Canon Canada Inc. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 per cent Canadian-based service and support for all of the products it distributes. Canon Canada Inc. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. For more information, please visit canon.ca or follow the company on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using @CanonCanada.
Contacts
Brampton Half Marathon: Ryan Coles, rcoles@landmarksport.com
Canon Canada: Amanda Teixeira, mediarelations@canada.canon.com