The BMO Vancouver Marathon, Half Marathon, 8 km, and Kids MaraFun is organized and operated by the Vancouver International Marathon Society, a non-profit organization. To make the BMO Vancouver Marathon events a reality, the Society relies on a dedicated group of volunteer Board members, over 2,000 invaluable support volunteers, and an event management team. The BMO Vancouver Marathon is also a founding member of the Association of International Marathons and Road Races (A.I.M.S.).
The Vancouver International Marathon Society has been in existence since 1986 and have organized the Vancouver International Marathon since 1987, wholly responsible for the staging and growth of this community event. The Society funds the event through sponsorship programs and entry fees. The event also supports five local charities.
The following comprise the current Board members of the Vancouver International Marathon Society:
- Daryl Doyle - Chair
- Gord Cook - Vice Chair
- Geoffrey Buttner
- Charles Hotel
- Andrea Eby
- Gillian Wilson-Haffenden
- Suzanne Bedford
- Kristi Miller
