My ALS Challenge

Progress Update: At the end of November, I‘ve completed almost 3,600km. More of a journey now, but I am still fighting!

What is a Virtual Mobility Challenge? 
As a patient diagnosed with ALS I ride my exercise bike every day to stay fit and maintain mobility, so why not put this to good use?  I have started a fundraising program called the ALS Virtual Mobility Challenge.  This Challenge will be a ‘long-term’ event undertaken over the course of the year, starting December 1, 2023, where I will cycle on an exercise bike the equivalent distance of the TransCanada Highway – approximately 7,500 kilometers – from Victoria, BC to St. John’s, NFLD.

I have set up a fundraising page for the ALS Virtual Mobility Challenge with ALS Canada for people to:

• Make donations
• Set up and participate in their own ‘Mobility Challenge’
• ‘Challenge’ others to register for their own virtual ride

Those registering for their own virtual ride, or other mobility challenge – can then ‘challenge’ others to either donate or do their own rides, thereby increasing the potential for additional fundraising opportunities.

Funds raised will go to the ALS Society of Canada to fund more ALS research, advocacy and support for patients & caregivers and bring more awareness to the general public regarding ALS.

Why am I doing this?

Having been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, better known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease, it give me a few opportunities. First, to continue to stay active and mobile. Second, to raise awareness of this incurable disease where 80% of patients die within 2-5 years of being diagnosed. Third, it helps to raise funds for the ALS Society of Canada to fund ALS research, advocacy, patient and caregiver support and other services such as equipment loans.

Please join me on this virtual Mobility Challenge by making a donation or participating in your own mobility challenge.