Meet the 2011 runners!

Diana Kuzmina
This is my second year doing the run. I started running as cross-training when I was a paddler and continued as a trail runner when I lived out west. Several years ago I made the switch to long distance running and haven't gone back since. The experience was amazing last year and I cant wait to do it all again.


Mike Chipman
Mike is a firefighter with the City of Brampton. He has completed 17 marathons and numerous triathlons since taking uprunning after university. While he has never completely stopped, Mike's running has been a lot like the road that he runs, lots of ups and downs. He hasn't qualified for Boston yet, but feels this might be the year (or next). He has participated in other charitable events, such asTeam In Training where he ran the Anchorage, Alaska marathon in memory of a friend who succumbed to leukemia.

"Sean and Paul have done a remarkable job in marketing RUN WITH THE SUN. While not everyone sees the logic in running from Barrie to Toronto, everyone can understand the noble cause behind it. I'm excited to be a part of it and look forward to sharing the the pain and anguish of 92km with my fellow, somewhat crazy, runners".


David O'Brien
Marking 25 years since my first marathon in Vancouver to celebrate graduation from UBC Law, 45 marathons, 6 Run with the Sun events, about 35,000 miles and scores of running partners. As always, my supportive spouse and children keep me humble: "Why don't you run faster?"



Rolf Paloheimo
Rolf is running in Run with the Sun for the fifth year. To earn a living Rolf designs and builds solar power projects. Rolf is the author of three patent applications, one granted and two pending in connection with water reclamation technology. He is hoping to get clients that are dedicated to living lightly on the planet. He has three kids.

"I started distance running just after my dad was diagnosed with cancer for the second time. He later passed away and I dedicate most of my long runs to him."