"TOGETHER, WE MAKE IT HAPPEN"!!!
Participants, Volunteers and Sponsors are what keep this race alive.
"I have volunteered for this great cause for the last 3 years. I'm always inspired by the wonderful camaraderie and uplifting spirit of everyone involved. There's just something special happening here"!!
Janette Schwandt
"This was a fantastic event - my first triathalon ever - but not the last! The high spirits and energy from volunteers and spectators made my day"!
Nicole Melisssa Shoaf
"The women that participate in the JTI program always look forward bringing it all together at this event! The fun & friendship is top notch! A great race to kickoff your triathlon program whether you're seasoned or novice"!
Maryann Deutscher, Co-Organizer, Just Tri- It
"I have been both a volunteer and participant for Makin it Happen a few times and it is nothing short of an amazing experience. The support and encouragement from participants and the coaches is something that sticks with you a long time. It's a wonderful group of individuals who are there to help you do your best- even when you don't think you can"!
Jewelian Berry
"The participants of my moms triathlon are inspirational. Their courage to try something they've never done before and to experience them pushing their limits through to the finish line is truly awesome. I am proud to be my mothers daughter and grateful to be a part of such an empowering event. My mom Marlene inspired us to keep this race alive and her strength and determination shine down on all of us on race day".
Nicolene Watson, Maarlene's daughter
"This was my first ever triathlon and did it with some great friends for a great cause"!!
Ben Harrison
"It's a great experience for anyone thinking of stepping their activity level up a notch. I volunteered one year and have participated in the race as well. It was easy to train for and the coaches are excellent. The cause is also amazing...I knew Marlene and she would be proud of everyone participating"!!
Leanne Mazza
Janette Schwandt
"This was a fantastic event - my first triathalon ever - but not the last! The high spirits and energy from volunteers and spectators made my day"!
Nicole Melisssa Shoaf
"The women that participate in the JTI program always look forward bringing it all together at this event! The fun & friendship is top notch! A great race to kickoff your triathlon program whether you're seasoned or novice"!
Maryann Deutscher, Co-Organizer, Just Tri- It
"I have been both a volunteer and participant for Makin it Happen a few times and it is nothing short of an amazing experience. The support and encouragement from participants and the coaches is something that sticks with you a long time. It's a wonderful group of individuals who are there to help you do your best- even when you don't think you can"!
Jewelian Berry
"The participants of my moms triathlon are inspirational. Their courage to try something they've never done before and to experience them pushing their limits through to the finish line is truly awesome. I am proud to be my mothers daughter and grateful to be a part of such an empowering event. My mom Marlene inspired us to keep this race alive and her strength and determination shine down on all of us on race day".
Nicolene Watson, Maarlene's daughter
"This was my first ever triathlon and did it with some great friends for a great cause"!!
Ben Harrison
"It's a great experience for anyone thinking of stepping their activity level up a notch. I volunteered one year and have participated in the race as well. It was easy to train for and the coaches are excellent. The cause is also amazing...I knew Marlene and she would be proud of everyone participating"!!
Leanne Mazza
Here are Marlene Antoniuk's kids and husband at The Royal University Hospital's Family Resource Centre.
In 2011 & 2012 the family of Marlene Antoniuk donated excess proceeds from the MAKIN IT HAPPEN Triathlon to the RUH Foundation. The funds went toward the Patient Family resource center at the Royal University Hospital. For the full story: http://www.ruhf.org/Events/PastCommunityEvents Wanda Waldner and Tammy Fleming accepting a cheque from the National Bank of Canada in the amount of $5,000.00 for the Ronald McDonald House in Saskatoon, SK. http://www.rmh.sk.ca/
In 2013 Marlene's family created a partnership with the Parktown Hotel. In 2014 we provided 27 rooms to out of town families with children that needed treatment at the Cancer Center (ages 2 - 7 years) located at the Royal University Hospital's (RUH) Cancer Center. http://www.parktownhotel.com/
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