Road to Kona
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Road to Kona is an award program, sponsored by Subaru Canada, that allows the nomination of an IRONMAN athlete to compete in the IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. If you know someone worthy, who is up for a 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike and a full marathon (42.2km) please visit us onsite at a Canadian race or go to roadtokona.ca to submit a nomination.

*Entry period closes August 31/2022 at 11:59:59 p.m. PT. Open to residents of Canada who are age of majority or older. NOMINEE MUST HAVE REGISTERED TO COMPETE in ONE eligible IRONMAN® SERIES EVENT (Ironman Canada – Penticton, Ironman Mont-Tremblant, Ironman 70.3 Muskoka, Ironman 70.3 Mont-Tremblant) in 2022. Subaru Canada to pay air fare (economy fare from Canadian airport near the confirmed winner’s residence) for nominee plus 1 guest including ground transportation to and from airport to hotel in Hawaii. Hotel accommodation for two (2) (double occupancy) for two (2) nights in a hotel or hotels determined by Sponsor in its sole and absolute discretion plus $500.00 USD spending money. The Prize has a total approximate retail value of $9500 CAD based on a Toronto departure. No cash value or substitution. By agreeing to the terms & conditions of entering this program, Subaru has the right to use the supplied information in all social media formats, print and advertising campaigns to promote the Road to Kona award. Odds of selection depend on the number and caliber of entries and number of votes received. Skill testing question required.

Winner must comply with U.S. travel guidelines.

Subaru Canada - Road to Kona 2021: Gail Vyse

Our award recipient, Gail, is a runner, triathlete and a paramedic from Southwestern Ontario. Gail represented all of the essential and front line workers by serving as a race day volunteer at the Intermountain Health Care Ironman World Championship. Thank you Gail and everyone who volunteers for sport and in their community.

Subaru Canada - Road to Kona 2019: Kelly Hill

The 2019 Road to Kona award went to Kelly Hill from Edmonton. She is an educational assistant working with high needs kids and has her own busy Ohana. Ironman keeps Kelly going and in the right headspace to deal with family life and 2 daughters batting progressive genetic diseases.

Subaru Canada - Road to Kona 2018: Mikael Charbonneau-Lemaire

In 2017, Mikael Charbonneau-Lemaire lost his brother (Jordan) in a bike accident while training for Ironman Mont-Tremblant. Following the terrible news, it became Mike’s goal to fulfill his brother’s dream of one day competing in the Ironman World Championship in Kona. His story of courage and perseverance, won him the cross-Canada Subaru “Road to Kona” award

Subaru Canada - Road to Kona 2017: Brent Smyth

As the 2017 recipient of the Subaru Road to Kona award, Brent Smyth from Ottawa, Ontario competed in his first IRONMAN World Championship. Chosen from thousands of entrants, Smyth raced in support of Imerman Angels, a charity that offers one-on-one support to those fighting cancer.

Subaru Canada - Road to Kona 2016: David Stirling

David Stirling, a fire-fighter from Fort McMurray, gave up training for his first ever IRONMAN to battle the 2016 Alberta wildfires. His selflessness and dedication to others garnered him numerous nominations from friends and family and ultimately earned him the opportunity to compete is this iconic event.