Supporting those that ride for a cause
Monday, July 18, 2011 at 3:00PM Often times we post about software how-to's and tips that you may find useful when working within Event Wizard. I thought I'd change it up a bit this time and instead profile an organization that we here at DotCom Your Event are proud to support, Glotman Simpson Cycling, and their goal of helping fund Pancreatic Cancer research.
Glotman Simpson Cycling (GSC) is a Vancouver B.C. based cycling club and team that is now 180+ members strong. The club is an all-inclusive mix of recreational cyclists, serious road warriors and racers. Each one of these riders supports the club's main goal of eliminating Pancreatic Cancer.
(2011 Inaugural Club Ride)
Adenocarcinoma of the pancreas remains a major health problem in the 21st century. Today, it is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death in the Western world. Approximately 480 new cases of pancreatic cancer are diagnosed each year in British Columbia. (http://www.bcpcrnet.ca/)
Each year GSC hosts a hill climb that scales up Cypress Mountain in Vancouver BC, the site of many 2010 Winter Olympic events. The purpose of the event is to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. Last year the event raised over $50,000 and this year it's expected to double! Anyone with a bike, a helmet, and the determination to pedal up the mountain is encouraged to participate. Over 300 local cyclists, of all abilities, are expected to pedal the 13 km to the top of Cypress Mountain.
This year's event is dedicated to the memory of Jack Poole. Jack, the man responsible for bringing the 2010 Olympic Games to Vancouver, died of Pancreatic Cancer in October 2009 just a few months shy of seeing his Olympic dream fulfilled.
If you find yourself in the Vancouver area sign up for the event, it's a great day and of course, a great cause - http://glotmansimpsoncycling.ca/cypress-challenge
To learn more about Glotman Simpson Cycling visit http://www.glotmansimpsoncycling.ca/
