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

On May 2, 2019 the Niagara Ride lost one of its own. passed away after a long and courageous battle. Chuck was very involved with the Motorcycle Ride for Dad, his cancer was not Prostate Cancer but in his own words in a 2015 Niagara Falls Review article « I don’t have prostate cancer per se, but cancer is cancer. Anything you can do to help the battle, you have to try to do. I’ve had some awfully good care from doctors and nurses over the years. »

Chuck and his wife Lori were regulars at the Motorcycle Ride for Dad Fundraisers and BBQ’s and of course the rides. Chucks battle made it difficult to continue to ride a motorcycle so he exchanged the two wheels for a 1923 Bucket T. He was always up front and stepped in to give our Honorary Ride Captains a ride in the « Bucket ».

Chuck achieved the level of Diamond in the Motorcycle Ride for Dad Captains club meaning that he personally raised over $15 000. In 2016 Chuck was the top pledge earner for the Niagara Motorcycle Ride for Dad.

Chuck always had a smile on his face even when many of us knew that his body was not smiling on the inside. His attitude and outlook on life was one that many of us can use as an example of true grit.

Since his passing Chuck’s family have formed Team Chuck in memory of him and proudly continue the tradition of collecting pledges and being involved in the ride.

Chuck you will be missed. Please put in a good word for us on Ride Day.

My journey with the Ride for Dad started because of my dad.  I had never heard of Prostate Cancer nor was aware of the Ride for Dad until my dad was diagnosed.  His diagnosis taught me really fast about Prostate Cancer and just how harmful it can be.

My dad was diagnosed in April 2009 and his treatment ended in October 2009.  It was the longest 6-7 months of our lives.  I am happy to report my dad survived Prostate Cancer and has been cancer-free ever since.  I’ll never forget shortly after that driving down Kenmount Road one day and seeing a billboard for the Ride for Dad and thinking I need to be involved!

I volunteered with our local chapter on the Registration for 4 or 5 years and then moved into an Executive Role with our local chapter.  My dad is my hero for fighting and now it is my turn to fight for him and anyone who may be impacted by this silent killer known as Prostate Cancer.

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.

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!