VICE PRESIDENT

John Stanton is a best-selling Canadian author of eight books on running and walking, and founder of the Running Room – North America’s largest specialty retailer of running & walking footwear, apparel, accessories, electronics, and nutritional products. After starting the company in 1984 with a small one-room store in the renovated living room of an old house in Edmonton (hence the name ‘Running Room’), the company has since expanded to over 100 corporately-owned stores across Canada and the U.S. Today, Running Room is one of North America's most recognized names in running and walking.

A coach, author and entrepreneur, John has run over 60 marathons, raced the Canadian and Hawaiian Ironman competitions, and actively works in many cities to help raise awareness for community-wide fitness and weight loss initiatives. He has also been featured on numerous radio and television programs across Canada and the United States, and is recognized across North America for his significant contribution to the prevention of cardiovascular disease and the promotion of cardiovascular health in Canadians.

Background in Sport

John has been a Vice President with the CGC Board of Directors since 2006, and his term has been underscored by helping to launch inaugural events in both Toronto and Calgary called the “Game of Life Run/Walk 5K and 10K”, in support of CGC’s International Development through Sport Program (IDS). John and the entire Running Room crew were instrumental in making these events an overwhelming success, because without their tremendous support, the events would not have taken place.

Awards & Achievements

• 2004 Canada Day Honour Roll - Maclean’s Magazine
• 2009 Canadian Cardiovascular Society Dr. Harold N. Segall Award of Merit
• 2010 Award for Excellence in Health Promotion - Canadian Medical Association
• 2010 Released his book: “Running - The Complete Guide to Building Your Running Program”

John lives in Edmonton and is an Hon. Lt Col. with the Loyal Edmonton Regiment (4 Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry). He was named to the Order of Canada in 2009.