Cops for Cancer
Committed Cops. Inspirational Kids. Caring Communities
The Canadian Cancer Society’s Cops For Cancer is a unique community-based event that raises funds for pediatric cancer research and support programs for children with cancer and their families. Some of the funds are designated for Camp Goodtimes, the Society’s acclaimed summer recreation program that it is an unforgettable empowering experience for children with cancer and their families.
Four cycling tours are signature events held in BC every fall. However, more recently, other fundraising activities are also being organized to support Cops For Cancer.
About a hundred committed members of local law enforcement agencies and emergency services fundraise and take part in an arduous week-long cycling tour in four areas of BC. The Tour de Rock takes place on Vancouver Island. The Tour de Valley is held in the Fraser Valley Region. The Tour de Coast is held in Greater Vancouver. The Tour de North is held in northern BC.
Communities, schools and the public get behind the tours by donating in support of a rider or rider event or organizing their own fundraising activities.
Read Brandon's story
Inspirational kids who have cancer or have survived cancer are part of an honourary Cops For Cancer Junior Team. These kids are heroes to both the riders and other supporters of the tours.
All tour team members fundraise to reach their personal goal in the training period leading up the tour. Businesses, school and community events are held throughout the summer.
On tour, the riders visit hundreds of BC communities on their itinerary and speak to reinforce the importance of supporting children with cancer and their families.
There are many ways to support a rider or team by checking the calendar of activities for each tour (see above) or organizing an event or activity independently. Your local Canadian Cancer Society office can also suggest some ways to help.
In 2008 approximately $3 million was donated to Cops for Cancer tours in BC.
The story behind Cops for Cancer
How a caring police officer initiated a national fundraising event for the Society.
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Last modified on:
13 December 2009
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