The Princess Margaret's Ride to Conquer Cancer raised a record $20.6 million in its 17th year.
This remarkable achievement marks a historic milestone for Canada's largest athletic fundraiser, further solidifying its commitment to cancer research, patient care and treatment advancement.
More than 3,800 Riders participated in the annual two-day, 200-plus kilometre journey this past weekend from Exhibition Place in Toronto, with an additional 400 Riders starting from Niagara Falls.
Prior to departure, the Ride community celebrated raising $20 million this year. However, the unwavering support and enthusiasm from participants, supporters and volunteers fuelled ongoing contributions throughout the event.
"We are pleased to announce the Ride to Conquer Cancer has raised an additional $600,000 since the start line," said Steve Merker, Vice President of Corporate and Community Partnerships and Co-Founder of the Ride.
"With the invaluable contributions of Mike and Francesca Quinn, Norbert Frischkorn, Peter Gilgan, Som Seif, Tim Hockey, Greg Wolfond, Gareth Seltzer, Rocco Rossi, Lawrence Zimmering, Andrew Graham, TJ Donnelly, Billy Buckley, and the generous match by Board Chair, Richard Rooney, we have achieved an all-time fundraising amount in a single year of $20.6 million."
The historic announcement was made at McMaster University in Hamilton on Saturday, June 8, at the end of the first day, amidst a backdrop of camaraderie and celebration. Riders gathered for Camp Night festivities before embarking on the final leg of their ride towards the Niagara Falls finish line on Sunday.
"This year's monumental accomplishment stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication, generosity and spirit of our Ride community," said Dr. Miyo Yamashita, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. "The substantial donations, coupled with committed riders, sponsors and volunteers, will fuel continued progress in the fight to conquer cancer, offering hope to countless individuals and families affected by this disease."
Ride to Conquer Cancer has experienced a surge in participants and donors this year, reflecting a momentum of solidarity and support in the fight against the devastating disease. The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation's continued stewardship of the next generation of riders also continues to witness an influx of younger participants, underscoring a generational commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.
For this year's final fundraising amount, more event information and how to register for the 2025 Ride to Conquer Cancer visit
www.ride2conquer.ca.
