ABOUT US

The Banff Half is operated by an experienced production team that includes a Local Organizing Committee, local event contractors, a team of volunteers and staff from Banff Half Inc .  Consultation and support is provided by Banff National Park, the Town of Banff and Banff Lake Louise Tourism.  Banff Half Inc. is a small business that specializes in event management and is comprised of former National Team Coaches, athletes and event specialists.  The leaders of Banff Marathon Inc. have built and managed a number of major endurance events including the Subaru Western Triathlon Series, BlueShore Mother’s Day Run, National Triathlon Championships, ITU races, and Pan Am and Commonwealth Games Qualifiers.

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Our Philosophies

We believe that along with hosting the event comes a responsibility to ensure the following priorities are at the forefront of the event:

-  Stewardship of Banff National Park
-  World-leading Sustainability programs
-  A Healthy and Accessible activity for everyone
-  Community Benefits through contributing to local charities and benefactors, significant economic impact to local business, Free local Kids Run, Free Health and Fitness Expo, Volunteer recognition programs, local leadership development

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Our Vision for the Participants

The Vision of the Banff Half is to offer a professional, safe, and world-class experience for the participant, sponsor, volunteer, and spectator – all in a race venue carefully selected to showcase the stunning beauty of the area.  The event is designed so that athletes of all abilities can be part of a great experience and feel the rush that achieving a goal can give.  The very nature of running encourages a healthy, active lifestyle that is environmentally friendly promoting “people powered” means of transportation.  This event will have a festival atmosphere and will leave no negative impact on the race site.