BC’s largest cycling fundraiser draws over 2,500 cyclists, to advance cancer care for the people of BC
The Ride to Conquer Cancer Presented by Wheaton Precious Metals announces $10.6 million raised in 10th annual event.
The Ride to Conquer Cancer attracts a diverse range of cyclists of all ages. All photographs and videos courtesy of The Ride to Conquer Cancer Presented by Wheaton Precious MetalsVANCOUVER, BC, August 25, 2018 – The Ride to Conquer Cancer presented by Wheaton Precious Metals announced over 2,500 riders raised $10.6 million for the BC Cancer Foundation as the 10th annual Ride commenced this morning in Cloverdale on Saturday. In 10 years, the BC Ride has raised over $96 million to support more than 47 world-leading research projects underway at BC Cancer, advancing care and providing hope to the 77,000 people facing cancer across British Columbia. Here is a short video showing the thousands of cyclists preparing to ride:
And here is a photo of three of the eager participants:
Three women, excited about participating in The Ride to Conquer CancerSarah Roth, President and CEO, BC Cancer Foundation, said:
“Over 10 epic years the Ride to Conquer Cancer has been changing outcomes for British Columbians facing cancer. The Ride and its thousands of participants, tens of thousands of donors, gives families hope that together we can conquer this disease. We Ride and raise funds honouring the loved ones we’ve lost and with confidence that we’re giving the incredible scientists and clinicians at BC Cancer the power to save lives. We have been amazed by the Ride’s impact in 10 years and thank all riders, donors, crew, volunteers, sponsors and supporters, for your commitment and contribution as we pedal to break down cancer and change the outcome.”
In this video, the number of cyclists and the amount of money raised is announced to a cheering crowd:
Thousands of cyclists attended the opening ceremonies of the 10th Annual Ride to Conquer Cancer Presented by Wheaton Precious Metals:
Thousands of cyclists attended the opening ceremonies of the 10th Annual Ride to Conquer Cancer Presented by Wheaton Precious MetalsThe annual cycling event sees thousands of cancer survivors, cyclists, and supporters come together to participate in the two-day, over 200-kilometre journey. New to 2018 and for the first-time in the Ride’s 10-year history, an all-BC route, which offered participants a cycling experience through the scenic Fraser Valley and welcomed first-time local participants and partners. Participants started in Vancouver and will end in Hope on Sunday afternoon, where family and friends will cheer them across the finish line.
The Ride to Conquer Cancer is for young cyclists too!Wheaton Precious Metals became the presenting sponsor of the Ride to Conquer Cancer in 2014. Their team The Silver Bullets has raised a total over $1 million in nine years. Sponsorship funds donated by Wheaton Precious Metals are critical and enable funds raised by Ride participants to directly support the world-leading work of experts at BC Cancer.
Getting them going at the opening ceremony of the 10th Annual Ride to Conquer Cancer Presented by Wheaton Precious MetalsRandy Smallwood, President and CEO of Wheaton Precious Metals and captain of The Silver Bullets, said:
“Wheaton Precious Metals is incredibly proud to sponsor this outstanding event and we congratulate everyone involved in the success of the Ride’s 10th year. We all have a personal connection to cancer and by getting on our bikes to raise crucial dollars to support ground-breaking research, we continue to witness breakthroughs that are saving lives every day. Wheaton Precious Metals is committed to doing our part in the efforts to conquer cancer and we hope you will join us in 2019.”
Selfie time at the opening ceremony of the 10th Annual Ride to Conquer CancerThe 11th annual Ride will take place August 24 and 25, and encourages people of all athletic abilities to participate. To register for the 11th annual Ride visit www.conquercancer.ca or call (888) 771-BIKE.
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