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Best spots to watch the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Watching someone run the marathon on Sunday? Here are some of the best spots to catch the race while having some fun

Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon
Photo: Tim Huebsch.

This Sunday is the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon and the Canadian Marathon Championships. With thousands entered and a strong elite list, Scotiabank is the premier annual running event in Toronto.

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The marathon gets underway Sunday morning at 8:45 a.m. at Dundas St. W. and University Ave. Below is a map of Toronto outlining some of the city’s coolest neighbourhoods for spectators to enjoy while cheering for their favourite runner. 

Check out swanky Yorkville, eclectic Kensington, beautiful Lakeshore, or even take a trip up the CN tower (just make sure you don’t miss the person you’re cheering for). 

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For more information about the race, see canadarunningseries.com

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