Winnipeg, Spring, 2008 – Great-West Life will once again sponsor the popular 2.6-mile Super Run as part of the 30th annual Manitoba Marathon. This year marks Great-West’s 19th year as sponsor of the event.

The Super Run is especially popular among young runners, families and newcomers to the Marathon, making it an event that fits Great-West’s philosophy of supporting community-driven events that promote volunteerism, civic involvement and health and wellness.

“We’re proud of our association with the Manitoba Marathon, and the awareness and support this Winnipeg tradition provides for the Association for Community Living - Manitoba,” says Jan Belanger, Assistant Vice-President, Community Affairs for Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life.

Great-West staff are actively involved in the Marathon each year, regularly participating in the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, Super Run and Relay events, and as aid station volunteers along the routes.

Continuing a tradition that began with its first sponsorship 19 years ago, Great-West will provide complimentary souvenir caps to Super Run event participants near the start line.

Great-West Life is a leading insurer in Canada, offering a broad portfolio of financial security and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. Together with its subsidiaries, London Life and Canada Life, Great-West serves the financial security needs of more than 12 million Canadians.