It was a beautiful Thanksgiving Sunday on the island, and the perfect day to run in the Royal Victoria Marathon.

Despite only offering the 8 km race and half marathon this year, thousands of participants came out to compete for top times and medals. 

NowMedia sent a reporter on the run to do his best to capture some of the best moments from the races. 

From a group of turkeys to families having a good time to incredible athletes and everything in between, here are some of our favourite moments from the race: 

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Photo Credit: NowMedia – Couple turkeys

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Photo Credit: NowMedia – Kamloops' Tim Moore finishing strong

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Photo Credit: NowMedia – Mother daughter combo of Karen and Shelby Kieper

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Photo Credit: NowMedia – The view from Belleville's at the finish line featuring Michaela

Photo Credit: John Ross Kieper – Half Marathon runner up Brendan Wong

Photo Credit: NowMedia – Half Marathon winner Matthew Travaglini

For those wondering, Reid Muller had the top time in the men's 8 km race with 24 minutes exactly. The runner-up was Kevin Friesen who finished in 24 minutes and 10 seconds. 

Sarah Inglish had the fastest time for women. She ran the 8 km in 25 minutes and 35 seconds

In the 21 km race, Matthew Travaglini took home the gold with a time of one hour, six minutes and 44 seconds. Brendon Wong was the runner-up, finishing nine seconds behind Travaglini. 

Leanne Klassen had the top time for women. Her gold medal race was run in one hour, 17 minutes and 15 seconds. 

Good work everyone!