Riders for this year’s Cops for Cancer Tour de North were at Prince George’s Quinson Elementary for their kick-off event.
The 24th team received a loud and warm welcome from students as they arrived, ahead of their 877 kilometre ride from Prince George to Prince Rupert to raise money to help kids battling cancer.
Cops for Cancer Manager, Laura Nelson said the program has raised $3 million since 2003.
“It’s incredibly impactful, not only for pediatric cancer research, but specifically Camp Goodtimes, which is a summer camp that we put on for families and for kids that have been impacted by cancer.”
“This past year alone, 78 per cent of Camp Goodtimes funding came from our program. It honestly allows this camp to function year after year.”
Prince George will have 12 riders, including North District General Investigation Section member, Allison Fenske, who will be participating in her second ride.
Fenske said this year is seeing more riders overall because of being active in the community, and word spreading about the initiative.
This year’s tour will have 21 riders consisting of law enforcement, first responders, and guest riders from across Northern BC.
More information about Cops for Cancer and where to donate can be found here.
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