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

As to why I ride, about 5 years ago my attention was brought to the ride (the Rural AB Ride at the time) because I work for Telus.  They wanted some local representation there for the ride.  After that, it became my annual “big ride” event.  About a year after I started going regularly, a close family friend was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.  He was diagnosed early and beat it easily due mainly to the early diagnosis.  This cemented my desire to support this charity, and I’ve been doing it ever since.

Last year, I participated in the 2^nd Red Deer Ride for Dad and was approached by the Ride Chairperson, who asked if I wanted to take a more direct role by joining the executive council.  I agreed.

My name is Trever Sparrow and when I first got involved with Ride for Dad in 2015, it was a way for me to give back to my community and to do my part to raise awareness for Prostate Cancer.  Being an avid motorcycle rider is much more than a hobby for me because of the feeling of freedom, comradery among other enthusiasts, and the sense of community that I get.  I have met some of the most amazing people because of riding motorcycles.

Little did I know that my involvement with Ride for Dad would come full circle when in November 2019 and at the age of 44, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Prostate Cancer.  Now, as a survivor of Prostate Cancer, being involved with The Ride for Dad brings extra special meaning to the cause we serve.

Luckily for me, I had no signs/symptoms but because of early detection through the PSA blood test, I am proof that early detection is the key to treating Prostate Cancer and continuing to live a long and fulfilling life.  To all the husbands, fathers, sons, uncles, and brothers, get the blood test.  It’s a simple test that will save your life.  #getthebloodtest

My name is Mike Lewis and I love riding my trike and seeing the countryside roll by. Being a truck driver for 34 years, the open road is my life. That was all interrupted in 2020.
I was diagnosed with Prostate cancer. With great medical team and support system behind me and now proud to say that I am cancer free.

I joined Ride for Dad Red Deer in 2021. As a survivor I can truly say this is what Ride For Dad is all about. A great bunch of people who enjoy riding their bikes and fundraising for research and promoting awareness in the fight against prostate cancer.

Make sure your doctor does blood tests regularly to check for prostate cancer. A simple PSA test could change your life #GETTHEBLOODTEST

Jared & Sheri sur leur Goldwing GL1200 Aspencadea

As one of our founding members Gail loves making appearances at Red Deer RFD events. She comes rolling in on her 2017 Harley Soft tail Deluxe.

A 3 year member of the Red Deer RFD crew Tim will be found Travelling the county side on his 2018 Harley Road King when he is not giving his time at our events though the season