“As a future physician, I understand the importance of this project that we must advocate for more research and understanding for MPSII and other rare diseases; and we are making progress,” says Jane Thornton. “It is an honour and privilege to be involved in the Bike 4 MPS II Charity ride, and I hope it’s just the beginning.”
The community of Dundas has also demonstrated strong support of the event. Both Domestique Café and Cumbrae’s have signed on as partners and have been valuable resources.
Simon Ibell, founder of the iBellieve Foundation, is an MPS II patient, and started his journey to find a cure with a bike ride across Vancouver Island twelve years ago. His perseverance and passion for sport has endured, and the time was right to organize a new bike ride in the Toronto area.
“The first bike ride down in 2002 was an incredible experience and also the hardest thing I ever endured physically. It felt right to organize another ride and I am happy to bring Bike 4 MPS II Charity Ride to beautiful Dundas as we work towards a cure for MPS II.” says Ibell.
The minimum donation fee is $100. Participants who raise $500 by May 1 will receive an iBellieve Cycling Jersey. After the ride a BBQ lunch will be held with live entertainment, lunch, and the grand prize giveaway of a Krypton 2014 ($2500 value) generously donated by Argon 18.
Riders can learn more and register here.
What: An intimate press event to share and discuss details of the Bike 4 MPS II Charity Ride and learn more about the iBellieve Foundation.
Who: With iBellieve Founder Simon Ibell, and great Canadian athletes Perdita Felicien and Jane Thornton
Why: To spread the word about the Bike 4 MPS II Charity Ride happening in Dundas, ON on May 31, 2014
Who should attend: Cycling community, media outlets, journalists, members of the Dundas community interested in volunteering.
When: Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 9:30 AM
Where: Café Domestique, 12 Miller’s Lane, Dundas, ON. Ample parking in lot across the street