Save the date for the Eastlink Centre Triathlon happening July 7

Save the date for the Eastlink Centre Triathlon happening July 7

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The annual Eastlink Centre Triathlon is returning on July 7, 2024 for participants to swim, bike and run their way across the finish line.

“The Eastlink Centre Triathlon is a significant community event contributing to sport tourism, active lifestyles and engaging relationships with the many event sponsors and volunteers,” said City of Grande Prairie Mayor, Jackie Clayton. “Experience the thrill of being part of something extraordinary by signing up as an athlete, volunteering or becoming a corporate sponsor at one of the City’s largest annual sport tourism events of the year, the 2024 Eastlink Centre Triathlon.”

“We look forward to welcoming the many participants, sponsors and volunteers back to the Eastlink Centre this year for another amazing race,” said Community Knowledge Campus Director, Angela Redding. “Mark your calendars for July 7 and start training now for what we hope to be the best year yet of the Eastlink Centre Triathlon!”

Keep up to date with the latest Eastlink Centre Triathlon news, information, maps and more at cityofgp.com/triathlon.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Businesses can show support for the triathlon through several sponsorship opportunities.

The City has various levels of sponsorship available including race day, recovery row, volunteer and Kids of Steel sponsors, media partners, recovery row participants and prize contributors.

Event sponsorship provides a unique opportunity for businesses to increase their community investment while engaging with new audiences and customers. It also gives local and regional businesses an opportunity to drive brand awareness and increase brand visibility.

View the Eastlink Centre Triathlon sponsorship package online at cityofgp.com/sponsorship.

Those interested in exploring what sponsorship could look like for their brand are asked to contact sponsorship@cityofgp.com

Call for Volunteers

For those wanting to get involved in the Eastlink Centre Triathlon, without needing to complete the race, the City is seeking 100 volunteers for the triathlon event day. Triathlon volunteers help make the event a success by supporting various duties including directing athletes, finish line support and timing and results.

Triathlon volunteers receive a free t-shirt and begin the day with a free breakfast.

To sign up as a volunteer for the Eastlink Centre Triathlon, please contact AccessGP at info@cityofgp.com or by calling 311.