Ride for Dad roars through Okanagan raising funds for prostate cancer

The bikers were raising money for the fight against prostate cancer and have raised $1.1M over the past 15 years.

“I am overwhelmed by how many people have come year after year after year,” said Bob Charron, Okanagan Motorcycle Ride for Dad chair. “I have had some touching stories today of people who used to ride and passed away since the last ride and the families are still donating.”The Canadian Cancer Society says prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men and is the third leading cause of cancer-related death in Canadian men.The society estimates that in 2024, 27,900 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and 5,000 will die from the disease.Daniel McRae from Penticton, B.C.

“I am not riding just for myself but I am riding for all the others who have passed before me and are dealing with this issue now like I am,” said McRae.”It’s hard and difficult to deal with….but when I am riding with these guys it’s like having an extra big family that helps.” The motorcycle fundraising ride ends with lunch and live music at Banner Recreation and Marine in Kelowna.Calgary mayor delivers stern warning about water use ahead of Sunday update

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

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