Rolling closures Downtown Cobourg starting at 7am Saturday, May 13th
Cobourg, ON (May 10, 2023) – The Town of Cobourg would like to advise residents of road closures Downtown Cobourg on Saturday, May 13, 2023 for the Cameco Step Up for Mental Health 5K Fun Run/Walk.
According to the event website, “Step Up for Mental Health, powered by Cameco, recognizes the importance of, and need for, mental health resources in the local community and that funding for mental health services is essential to helping improve access and support for those who need it.”
This event is open to everyone, from serious runners to casual joggers and walkers who are looking to raise money for a good cause while having a good time. Children seven and under are welcome to participate for free but must be accompanied by an adult who has registered.
The run/walk will begin and end in Victoria Park and will complete a loop of Downtown Cobourg. Road closures will be rolling and will re-open once participants have passed through.
Road Closure Details:
The following streets will be closed Saturday, May 13, 2023 starting at 7:30 a.m. and will re-open as participants pass through. The race is scheduled to be complete by 11:00 a.m. Please note, King Street is estimated to be re-opened by 10am.
Run marshals will be available along the rout to assist people as needed.
Parking:
Participants are advised to travel south on Division Street to access Downtown Cobourg Municipal parking lots. Local access will be permitted until 7:30 a.m.
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About The Town of Cobourg
The Town of Cobourg is a lakeside community (population 20,500) located on the north shore of Lake Ontario halfway between Toronto and Kingston and has been recognized multiple times by MoneySense Magazine as “One of Canada’s Best Places to Live” in populations under 25,000.
Founded in 1798, Cobourg is rich in heritage offering a vibrant downtown, sophisticated small-town atmosphere and renowned waterfront that serves as a popular getaway destination. As the largest town in Northumberland County, Cobourg is personified by historic Victoria Hall, hosts a 143,000 sq. ft. multiple purpose community centre, an educated and skilled labour force, flourishing commercial sector and supportive municipal government. Cobourg has received the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Sustainable Communities Award, accolades from the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance, and multiple heritage, environmental, and event awards.