Resolution challenge: Climb the CN Tower with new head of WWF-Canada
TORONTO, Dec. 22, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Megan Leslie, the new president and CEO of World Wildlife Fund Canada and soon-to-be Torontonian, has one New Year's resolution: Get to know her future hometown by climbing all 1,776 steps to the top of the city's most recognizable landmark as part of WWF-Canada's CN Tower Climb for Nature. And she's inviting all Toronto-and-area residents, new and long-time, to join her.
Registration is now open for the event, taking place on Saturday, April 7 and Sunday, April 8, 2018.
"As the new head of WWF-Canada, I'll be making the move from Halifax to Toronto and I can't think of a better way to get to know the city and our supporters than by climbing the CN Tower together to raise funds to reverse the decline of wildlife," Leslie said.
Why WWF-Canada's CN Tower Climb for Nature is a great New Year's resolution:
- The view: Experience Canada's tallest building and Toronto from its highest point.
- Bragging rights: Committing to do the WWF-Canada CN Tower Climb is powerful motivation to start a new workout routine. While it may seem like a lofty goal for non-athletes, people of all ages and abilities make it to the top. Don't believe it? Read Julian Backhouse's story.
- Elite Climb: Athletes looking for a more competitive experience can join WWF-Canada's Elite Climb. WWF-Canada's record time to beat is 9 minutes and 54.9 seconds to the top.
- A family fitness goal: Every year, families train and climb together, with kids racing their parents up all 1,776 steps.
- A work affair: Corporate teams describe the excitement generated when co-workers come together for the environment. And when executives get involved, it takes employee engagement to the next level.
- Make a difference for wildlife: Last year, more than 9,000 people registered for the CN Tower Climb for Nature, raising more than $1.4 million for WWF-Canada's conservation efforts. This support was vital to helping protect marine areas like Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound) and conducting the first-ever nationwide assessment of Canada's freshwater ecosystems.
Fundraise early to win a trip of a lifetime
Those who sign up and start fundraising early will have a chance to experience polar bears and belugas in Churchill, Manitoba, a trip valued at $10,000. One early-bird draw ballot is earned for every $500 raised by Feb. 15, 2018.
About WWF-Canada's CN Tower Climb for Nature
- Registration open as of Dec. 22, 2017
- Classic Climb on April 7: Family-friendly climb for individuals, families and groups.
- Premium Climb on April 8: Includes the perks of the Classic Climb, plus free team photos, rock wall, complimentary breakfast and chance to compete for the fastest time in the Elite Climb. Appeals to corporate teams, fitness groups, Elite climbers and anyone wanting to challenge themselves to fundraise a little extra for great perks.
- WWF-Canada's most significant fundraising event ? and by registering and fundraising, climbers can support vital conservation work.
- More than 115,000 people have climbed the 1,776 steps of the landmark for wildlife since WWF-Canada's CN Tower for Nature began in 1991.
Find out more information about WWF-Canada's CN Tower Climb for Nature.
Attachments:
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at http://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/bdbbc4b7-520c-4204-b7f4-85a8ca903bf8
News published on and distributed by:
