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First Responders Cycle for Hope in Cancer Fight
15 Sep
Summary
- Nineteen first responders are cycling 600 kilometres over six days.
- The event supports childhood cancer research and vital support services.
- Past events have helped boost survival rates by 13 percent.
Nineteen first responders commenced a six-day, 600-kilometer cycling journey across the Fraser Valley on Monday. This annual Cops for Cancer Tour de Valley, now in its 27th year, is raising funds for the Canadian Cancer Society's childhood cancer research and support services. Participants are cycling 100 kilometers each day, traversing Surrey, Delta, Langley, Abbotsford, and Chilliwack, accompanied by a 25-person support crew and numerous volunteers.
The initiative aims to provide both financial aid and hope to families impacted by childhood cancer. According to the Canadian Cancer Society, previous 'Cops for Cancer' events have raised over $60 million, contributing to a 13 percent increase in pediatric cancer survival rates. Despite this progress, participants are committed to riding until a cure is found.
Funds raised also benefit Camp Goodtimes, a medically supervised camp offering a worry-free environment for children and teens with cancer and their families, allowing them to simply be kids.
