Media Advisory - Olympian Simon Whitfield to Help Unveil Details Of Second Annual Toronto Triathlon Festival

TORONTO, May 27, 2013 /CNW/ -

WHAT:	Olympic Gold Medallist, and Canada's Flag Bearer for the London Games, Simon Whitfield, and representatives from Triathlon Canada and Sports Focused Consulting, will be on hand to unveil details of this summer's second annual Toronto Triathlon Festival ("TTF").
	Simon Whitfield believes in establishing a strong Toronto presence for the sport that has given him so much. He will also discuss his post Olympics plans.
	The TTF created an unparalleled urban experience in 2012, by offering over 1,200 triathletes the first ever opportunity to compete in Toronto's downtown core. The 2012 TTF generated over $1,100,000 in economic development for Toronto and Ontario, according to the Canadian Sport Tourism Alliance.
	The 2013 TTF will also play host to the National Triathlon Championships and Race Organizers forecast participation of 2,000 athletes.
WHO:	Simon Whitfield, Olympic Gold and Silver Medallist, Triathlon
	Alan Trivett, Executive Director, Triathlon Canada
	Jeff Chong, President, Sports Focused Consulting
	Interview and Photo opportunities available
WHEN:	Tuesday, May 28
	10:30 a.m.
WHERE:	Dockside 5 Room, The Westin Harbour Castle, 1 Harbour Square, Toronto, ON

 

SOURCE: Toronto Triathlon Festival

Media Contact: Nicole Laird, 289.264.7187, [email protected]