WINNIPEG — More than 2000 runners laced up for the 13th annual Winnipeg Police Service half marathon Sunday morning.
In support of brain cancer research, runners had the choice to run a half marathon, 5 kilometre race, or a two person relay.
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All money raised from the event will be going to the Canadian Cancer Society. Brain Canada will also be matching the donations dollar-for-dollar in support of the Canadian Brain Cancer Research Fund.
Parts of Wellington Crescent were closed throughout the morning, but have since opened.
In total organizers said they anticipate the event to raise more than $200,000.