UOIT and Durham College campus community lace up their shoes in support of Eastview Boys and Girls Club
April 9, 2010
OSHAWA, ON. - Members of the media are invited to join staff, faculty and students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Durham College as they lace up their running shoes to take part in the fourth annual Campus Charity Walk and Run for the Eastview Boys and Girls Club on Thursday, April 15.
For a $20 entry fee, participants will walk or run through a scenic five-kilometre course around the schools' shared Oshawa, Ontario campus in support of the club and its special role in the community. Participants are also encouraged to raise additional funds for the Oshawa-based club.
UOIT and Durham College faculty, staff and students are proud to support numerous organizations, groups and events throughout the year, contributing to the building of stronger communities across Durham Region. The Eastview Boys and Girls Club provides a safe, supportive place where children and youth in Durham Region can experience new opportunities; overcome barriers; build positive relationships; and develop confidence and skills for life.
When:
Thursday, April 15
2:30 p.m. rain or shine
Where:
UOIT/Durham College
Pavilion [located on the south side of the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre (CRWC)]
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, Ontario
Parking:
Enter from Conlin Road and proceed to the parking lot at the south side of the CRWC.
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Media contact
Melissa Levy
Communications and Marketing
Ontario Tech University
905.721.8668 ext. 2513
melissa.levy@uoit.ca
