Why I Ride

Next to my love of cycling, riding in this year's Cycle of Life Tour - my first! - has two special places in my heart.

For my dayjob, I'm lucky to work at Victoria Hospice in Communications. Every day I see the amazing work our staff and volunteers do to bring comfort and care to patients and families. Everyone who walks those halls - and hospices across Vancouver Island - are true angels on earth.

However, my ride will also be a ride dedicated to a very special woman - my mother. In 2009, we lost her to cancer. However, if it wasn't for an amazing team of palliative care doctors and nurses our time with her would have been cut even shorter. I am eternally grateful for the chance I had to properly say goodbye to someone who means so much to me.

The Ride

So, this July 18th to 19th, I will be riding nearly 200km to raise funds for hospice care on Vancouver Island.

It’s a cause I believe in. Vancouver Island hospices provide end-of-life palliative care, counseling, bereavement support, and at-home care to over 12,000 patients and family members each year. Despite the value of their services, none are fully funded by the health care system. The care and comfort they provide is only possible because of generous community support.

How You Can Help

Well, besides jumping on a tandem bike and making sure my legs don't give out, I’ve promised to raise at least $2,000 to help keep Vancouver Island hospice care in motion.

This is where I need your support! 

Every donation, no matter what the size, will make a big difference and you will receive a tax-receipt. Simply click on the donate now to make your donation today! 

Thank you.