I am once again participating in Cops for Cancer to support the mission of the Canadian Cancer Society. This year Tour de Coast riders will cycle over 800km across the varied terrains of the BC Coast and Greater Vancouver Area from September 13-20.

This will be my fourth consecutive year participating in Cops for Cancer. Being a part of Cops for Cancer the past three years has been incredible. I have been able to see the positive impact that we had on the lives of the children and the families who are going through their cancer journey and it was an eye opening experience. Last year the Tour de Coast team raised over $600,000!!

Cancer has directly affected many of my family and close friends. In 2013, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. While being with her on her journey, which wasn’t easy, I am thankful she was able to beat it.

Unfortunately, in 2019 my childhood best friend succumbed to stage 4 colon cancer after a courageous 4 year battle with the disease.

These two events have impacted me greatly. Watching those you love suffer and knowing there is nothing you can do about it is heartbreaking. No one should have to suffer from cancer, let alone children. Being a father to two young boys, I couldn’t imagine going through this type of diagnosis with them. This event is my opportunity to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research.

My goal this year is to reach $6,000, no amount is too small.

I have already started training, so let the fundraising begin.