J’ai rencontré un homme qui ne semblait pas malade bien qu’il soit atteint d’un cancer de la prostate. Il m’a déclaré que si quelqu’un lui...
Créée en 2006, la randonnée motocycliste Durham pour papa a permis de collecter plus de 660 000 dollars, avec plus de 2 830 motocyclistes contribuant à la lutte contre le cancer de la prostate. Les recettes de nos événements annuels sont investies dans la recherche révolutionnaire sur le cancer de la prostate et dans des campagnes de sensibilisation du public à la maladie et à l’importance d’une detection précoce.
Informations complémentaires sur le chapitre
Rejoignez-nous pour une expérience mémorable et enrichissante combinant notre superbe itinéraire à travers les sites de Durham et des environs et le frisson de la route ouverte au profit d’une grande cause. La journée est remplie de plaisir, y compris la course, la nourriture et les prix, tout en partageant des rires et des bons moments en cours de route. Tout cela pour une grande cause qui sauve la vie des hommes de notre vie.
Samedi 10 juin 2023
La section de Durham et du Grand Toronto Est de la Randonnée pour papa est dirigée par des bénévoles dévoués qui organisent des activités de collecte de fonds communautaires pour lutter contre le cancer de la prostate dans la région.
Kingston-Quinte
J’ai rencontré un homme qui ne semblait pas malade bien qu’il soit atteint d’un cancer de la prostate. Il m’a déclaré que si quelqu’un lui...
Durham & GTE
Prostate cancer is not new to my family. My father got it in the early 80s. He received early treatment and survived to an old...
Durham & GTE
I went on the first Ride For Dad ride on Durham in 2006 not knowing what Ride For Dad was but it was a nice...
Durham & GTE
My name is Ben Burghout and I’m a Prostate Cancer Survivor. The main reason I’m here today is because of the PSA Test. Here’s my...
Durham & GTE
In 2005, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and went through 33 radiation treatments which brought me into remission (as a result of research those...
Ottawa
Pourquoi je participe à la randonnée : Liberté et camaraderie. Faire de la randonnée avec des amis et des inconnus, mais toujours seuls avec nos pensées. Pourquoi...
J’ai rencontré un homme qui ne semblait pas malade bien qu’il soit atteint d’un cancer de la prostate. Il m’a déclaré que si quelqu’un lui avait parlé du test de dépistage de l’APS un an plus tôt, il ne serait pas en train de préparer ses propres funérailles. Cela m’a provoqué tout un choc!
Peu de temps après, Charlie est décédé. J’ai appris par la suite qu’une douzaine d’hommes meurt chaque jour d’un cancer de la prostate au Canada, et qu’un simple test de dépistage de l’APS peut permettre de déceler la maladie. Depuis ce jour, je collecte des fonds et je sensibilise la population à la lutte contre le cancer de la prostate.
Garry Janz
Cofondateur de la Randonnée pour papa
Prostate cancer is not new to my family. My father got it in the early 80s. He received early treatment and survived to an old age. In April of 2015, I too was diagnosed with prostate cancer. No matter how much you prepare yourself for the possible bad news, it still hits you like a truck. But the good news was that it was caught early by having regular PSA tests.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canadian men. It generally affects men over 40. Successful treatment depends on early detection. I cannot stress this enough – get checked! Have your PSA test done annually.
In October of 2015, I received treatment at Sunnybrook Hospital. I have been cancer-free since then and I’m well on my way to beating the disease. It is programs like Ride for Dad that contribute to raising awareness for this disease. Much of the funds raised go towards research and public awareness.
In the longer term, research into improved diagnosis, treatment, and prevention will further improve our capacity to deal with this disease.
I urge everyone to help support Ride for Dad in some capacity, whether it is volunteering, raising, or donating funds, or simply by encouraging the men you know to get checked regularly. Together we can save more lives.
I went on the first Ride For Dad ride on Durham in 2006 not knowing what Ride For Dad was but it was a nice day and a good ride and event. I got involved in the Ride in 2008 and have since realized how important research and awareness for prostate cancer is.
When I look at the numbers that 1 in 9 men over 40 in Canada will be affected, and 11 men die every day from prostate cancer. In the over 70 age group, 90% of men will be affected.
The Durham Ride took a step back in 2020 due to COVID19, but prostate cancer didn’t take a break. So I decided to step forward to help the cause for 2021.
Remember early detection is key to survival so tell everyone you know over 40 to get a PSA blood test.
If you can help with a donation it will help our cause and save lives.
My name is Ben Burghout and I’m a Prostate Cancer Survivor.
The main reason I’m here today is because of the PSA Test. Here’s my story.
My annual physical always consisted of a physical prostate exam. Yes, the old rubber glove. No fun but necessary because of issues I was having. The main problem was frequent urination, especially at night. The physical exams always provided normal results. I just turned 58 years old and it was about a week before my annual physical was scheduled. I was up again and unable to go back to sleep. So, as my custom, I went downstairs and channel surfed on the TV. I was surfing along dazedly when I, and I don’t know why, stopped on some obscure channel I’d never watched before. As I sat there, eyes half shut, I heard the word prostate! That got my attention and I started watching. They spoke of a blood test for prostate cancer and how all men aged 50 and older should get it. I made a mental note and went back to bed not realizing that the commercial had just saved my life.
At my physical the following week and after getting an all clear on the physical prostate check, I asked my Doctor about this blood test for prostate cancer. He said “Oh, the PSA Test! It’s not always reliable but sure.” It was a day or two after my PSA test that my Doctor himself called me, which he had never done before or has since. He said he needed to see me right away. No need for an appointment, just show up and I’d be shown right in. Rather ominous I remember thinking. I remember looking at his worried expression when He told me my PSA test came back very high and that he wanted to schedule another one. He wouldn’t look me in the eye. He knew He had dropped the ball.
The second PSA test confirmed there was a problem and I was sent to a Surgeon. He ordered a prostate biopsy. Ten out of twelve samples came back cancerous. Because of my age, the Surgeon recommended a radical prostatectomy. The rest is history. I survived and continue to be cancer-free.
The money raised by Ride For Dad events goes to Research and Awareness. Research is obviously important but my life was saved by that Awareness Informercial.
I sometimes wonder what guided me that night to go downstairs, turn on the TV, to surf and stop on that obscure channel at the precise time that prostate commercial was on. Wasn’t my time? Fate? Luck? Divine Intervention? Perhaps my late Mom was still looking after me.
I am 67 years old now and cancer-free.
If you are 40 years of age or older, get a PSA Test. It just might save your life. It saved mine.
In 2005, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and went through 33 radiation treatments which brought me into remission (as a result of research those 33 treatments are now reduced to 5).
In 2006, I saw an article in the local paper for Ride For Dad and thought « that is my ride ». I proceeded to contact fellow workers, friends, union members (CAW), HOG Chapter members to raise money for the fight against prostate cancer.
I was always proud when the money was donated to doctors, and to hear the awareness ads on the radio knowing that I was a big part of it.
If it wasn’t for the PSA test I would not be here today. I have been a part of the Prostate Cancer Canada Surovior’s Group to offer support to new survivors.
Get tested early and often and never give up!!
Pourquoi je participe à la randonnée : Liberté et camaraderie. Faire de la randonnée avec des amis et des inconnus, mais toujours seuls avec nos pensées.
Pourquoi je participe à la Randonnée pour papa : Parce que j’estime qu’il est injuste que chaque jour une douzaine d’hommes décèdent du cancer de la prostate.
Parce que je crois au pouvoir écrasant d’un grand groupe de personnes ayant un objectif commun.
Parce que je crois qu’un jour nous pourrons vaincre le cancer de la prostate.
Parce que je crois que la Randonnée pour papa est l’organisation qui nous permettra d’y arriver.
Ottawa
Pendant les 12 premières années avec The Ride For Dad, j'ai piloté mon '86 Harley Davidson FLST Heritage Softail, rouge et crème Au cours des...
Ottawa
Too bad it took me so long to discover the BMW R1200RT! It is a magnificent, powerful sport touring machine designed and built by German...
Ottawa
My favourite of the bikes I've owned. A 2006 Triumph Bonneville T-100. Custom paint and retro styling give this British classic a memorable look.. The...
Yukon
The first photo is the way my bike looked when I first got it. It's a 1979 Honda Goldwing GL 1000. Aside from the cosmetics...
Pendant les 12 premières années avec The Ride For Dad, j’ai piloté mon ’86 Harley Davidson FLST Heritage Softail, rouge et crème
Au cours des 8 dernières années, j’ai monté ma Harley Davidson FatBoy Lo 2012, noir mat.
Other standard features include ABS Pro, heated grips and seats, Automatic Stability Control, Riding Modes (Road/Rain), Adjustable Power Windshield, On-board Computer Pro, height adjustable rider’s seat and LED lamps.
Pressing the INFO button scrolls through all the menus to setup the bike, including suspension preload (rider, rider with luggage, two-up), Electronic damping settings (Soft, Normal, Hard), travel information such as tire pressure, fuel consumption, fuel range, amazing audio system, and more.
My favourite of the bikes I’ve owned. A 2006 Triumph Bonneville T-100.
Custom paint and retro styling give this British classic a memorable look..
The original 875cc engine carb set up has been boosted with aftermarket K&N jets and custom exhaust that provide a throaty sound and added double-digit horsepower. Lots of added safety and performance enhancements.
A great handling, peppy, head-turner.
Ride Safe!