The total fundraising success of this summer’s first Craig’s Cause Maritime Bike Tour is $42,500! In August, 16 cyclists pedaled throughout the Maritimes to raise awareness, provide support and fundraise for pancreatic cancer research.
Craig's Cause cyclists pose for a team photo before heading off.
Seventeen cyclists pedaled with the Craig's Cause Maritime Bike Tour over the August long weekend, cycling throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and PEI to raise awareness, provide support to patients and caregivers and fundraise for pancreatic cancer research taking place at the QEII.
The group visited eight Maritime hospitals over six days (July 28-August 2) delivering a series of public information sessions for physicians, patients and caregivers, as well as Canada's first information booklets and
DVD about pancreatic cancer.
The group of cyclists included, QEII surgical oncologist Dr. Mark Walsh, family members who have lost a loved one to the disease, Craig's Cause members and avid cyclists. Pancreatic cancer is the fourth-leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada.