$163,978.
That’s how much money was raised during this year’s Cops for Cancer Tour de North event.
The money will go to the Canadian Cancer Society for childhood cancer research and funding important support programs like Camp Goodtimes.
A dozen participants traveled 850-kilometres over 7 days.
Throughout the tour, riders were welcomed by schools, businesses, community groups, volunteers and supporters.
The journey wrapped up in Williams Lake yesterday. (Thursday)
Samantha Falconer is the Director for Cops for Cancer.
“Cops for Cancer shows what is possible when communities come together behind a common purpose. We’ve made meaningful progress against childhood cancer, but there is still much to be done. Together, we’re challenging the status quo for children affected by cancer and ensuring that families receive support at every stage of their cancer experience.”
Childhood cancer continues to have a significant and lasting impact on children and families across Canada.
An estimated 1,000 children are diagnosed with cancer each year, and the impact can last a lifetime.
The Canadian Cancer Society has invested more than $11 million in childhood cancer research over the last 5 years.
This investment, according to the Society, is contributing to improved outcomes as the 5-year survival rate for childhood cancer is now 86%, an increase from 77% in the early 1990’s.
