Reimagined Energy: Rider and breast cancer survivor Marcy Weston's story

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“I'm quite literally living proof that donor-funded technology saves lives.” These powerful words from host Maria McGowan set the tone for this special edition of Reimagined Energy, featuring BMO Ride for Cancer rider and breast cancer…

Buying more time: Why Howard and Karen Conter are challenging others to invest in the future of cancer care

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Author: Nicole Topple For nearly a decade, Dr. Howard Conter and Karen Conter have been among the most passionate champions behind BMO Ride for Cancer. Longtime riders, generous donors and dedicated fundraisers, they understand that…

Losing Hair to Fund Care: Christine's Rider Story

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Author: Alison Clements While Christine Mitchell’s family structure growing up may not have been what many would have considered “traditional” in the late 1970s/early 1980s, her bond with her brother Martin was undeniable. Martin…

The Freedom of Wheels – Joe Robichaud’s story

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Photo credit: Peter Goodale Author: Alison Clements Bicycles mean a lot to children. The freedom you feel when all your mobility skills click and you ride away from your trusted teacher for the first time is one of the first true feelings…

Colleen’s story: strength, community and the ride that celebrates beating cancer

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Article contributed by: Natasha Winters  On October 13, 2023, Colleen Farrell proudly opened the doors to Colleen’s Pub; her second venture and the first she owned entirely on her own. It was a dream years in the making.  Just two days…

Community at every turn: honouring Nicholas, Elaine and Michelle together

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Author: Julia Nemfield Sandy Savage sees the ripple effects of cancer throughout her community. This year, as part of Elaine’s Legacy Riders, one of the top fundraising teams for this year’s BMO Ride for Cancer, Sandy rides in honour…

The Race Against Cancer: Marcy Weston’s Patient Story

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Author: Alison Clements Two years ago, Marcy Weston would have described herself as a typical woman in her forties — healthy, with a thriving career and checking items off her bucket list. Then she discovered a lump in her right breast. “I…

Living With the Known – Jesse’s Cancer Journey

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Author: Alison Clements Medical appointments aren’t uncommon for Jesse Lightstone. Being diagnosed with Crohn’s disease in 2008, the clinical social worker with Nova Scotia Health was used to check ups and tests. Unbeknownst to Jesse,…