The Big Move Cancer Ride
1200 Fourth Avenue L2S 0A9 Saint Catharines, ON, Canada

Tomorrow is the last day for online donations. Starting on November 1st, donations can be made over the phone (905-323-3863) or by sending them to the Niagara Health Foundation Office. 1200 Fourth Ave., St. Catharines. Thank you to everyone who has made a donation in support of the Walker Family Cancer Centre.

This is the very same spot John Giesbrecht sits when he calls his friends and family asking to support The Big Move Cancer Ride. I sit in this chair and call everyone I know, says John Giesbrecht. When I tell people I am asking for donations toward the Walker Family Cancer Centre, they are always willing to support. At the age of 92, John does everything he can to rally for Niagara Health’s Walker Family Cancer Centre and encourages his fellow community members to be supp...ortive. Some of his donations are received from as far as Winnipeg & Ottawa. The Walker Family Cancer Centre has built a positive reputation in the Niagara community. There are no hurdles when it comes to fundraising for a good cause. People give what they can and that is more than I could ever ask for. All it takes is a little ‘chutzpah’ as my Jewish friends would say to focus their thinking. John is the father of Dr. Janice Giesbrecht, Chief of Oncology at the Walker Family Cancer Centre. John directs these donations toward her Big Move riding team, The Walker Family Cancer Centre. Of course, I am always trying to support my daughter’s efforts as the Chief of Oncology while raising funds for local cancer care. For 13 years, John has been a strong advocate for Walker Family Cancer Centre and the Big Move Cancer Ride helping his daughter, Janice, raise over $236,000. John is also motivated by his wife Agnes who succumbed to cancer in 1999. Over $4 million has been raised for The Big Move.

Congratulation Michelle Colanardi! Michelle’s efforts to raise $10,000 or more as a Big Move Cancer Ride individual cyclist means the Niagara Health Foundation recognizes her as a Platinum Peddler. Michelle has participated in The Big Move Cancer Ride for 10 years. Her team, ‘The Den Salon Cycling Team’ was inducted into the platinum Peddlers Club in 2016. ... Michelle’s unwavering commitment to raising funds in support of the cancer centre is a testament to her incredible dedication to ensuring the people of Niagara have access to cancer care right in their own community. Michelle - Your hard work is an inspiration to the Niagara Health Foundation and many others across Niagara who have become motivated by your example to support The Big Move Cancer Ride. Thank you for your on-going support.

Congratulations Sherry’s Promise! Your combined efforts to raise $50,000 or more as a Big Move Cancer Ride team means the Niagara Health Foundation recognizes you as Platinum Peddlers. Sherry’s Promise not only raised over $72,000 for local cancer care, but they did it in one year! That is an accomplishment that has not been achieved by many. Team captain, Anthony DiFrusia, was inducted as an individual Platinum Peddler last year.... Thanks to your efforts, patients are getting the best treatment and care possible, and continue to feel supported on their individual journey with cancer. Your hard work is an inspiration to the Niagara Health Foundation and many others across Niagara who have become motivated by your example to support The Big Move Cancer Ride. Your passion and drive are inspiring. Thank you for your support.

Great news from our partners at The Niagara Health Foundation regarding The 2020 The Big Move Cancer Ride: For Immediate Release The Big Move Cancer Ride pedals... on to raise over $370,000 local cancer care October 15, 2020 The 2020 Big Move Cancer Ride brought together over 330 riders in the 12th annual ride in support of Niagara Health’s Walker Family Cancer Centre. The virtual ride encouraged participants to ride from home while raising funds for Niagara Health Foundation. This year’s event raised over $370,000 toward cancer care in Niagara. Seeing our community come together and continue to make a difference for individuals in Niagara facing cancer is, quite frankly, nothing short of extraordinary, says Andrea Scott, Interim President & CEO of Niagara Health Foundation. "We are so grateful for our inspirational community of riders, donors and corporate partners who are dedicated to supporting excellent cancer care in Niagara. In the past 12 years, the annual event has raised more than $4.1 million for the Walker Family Cancer Centre. All the proceeds from this year’s event will support the purchase of chemotherapy equipment and upgrades for the Walker Family Cancer Centre. Through the midst of COVID-19, the Walker Family Cancer Centre continued to serve all those who needed care, says Dr. Janice Giesbrecht, Medical Director of Oncology, Walker Family Cancer Centre. We continue to meet the needs of cancer patients at Niagara Health by supporting state-of-the-art cancer treatments, allowing more patients to receive specialized care in Niagara. We are so grateful for those who support the Walker Family Cancer Centre and The Big Move Cancer Ride year after year. These supports have helped us build comprehensive cancer care and radiation services, with the focus this year on enhancing chemotherapy administration. The Big Move Cancer Ride will continue to collect donations and pledges for riders until October 31, 2020. For more information please visit www.BigMoveCancerRide.com.

We are excited to announce that over $330,000.00 (and counting) has been raised in support of the Walker Family Cancer Center! Thank you to all riders and donors for your generous support of The Big Move Cancer Ride. We are blown away by your commitment, passion and willingness to overcome challenges. Donations will be accepted until October 31st. www.bigmovecancerride.com... Once again, thank you!