Kristen McKinnon

I am proud to be riding with McInnes Cooper’s Wheels of Hope in support of the BMO Ride for Cancer.

This cause is deeply personal to me. I am riding in honour of my mother, a lung cancer survivor, and in memory of my aunts: Joanne (ovarian cancer), Neila (liver cancer), and Shirley, who faced multiple cancers. Like so many in Atlantic Canada, my family has experienced both the strength and the loss that comes with cancer.

My ride is also in support of advancing women’s health and improving access to care, an area I am passionate about both personally and through my broader community involvement.

As an avid cyclist, I am approaching my fundraising in a way that reflects that passion. Between now and October 3, I will be tracking every kilometre I ride using my Samsung watch and the Samsung Health app, and inviting sponsors to support me through a per‑kilometre pledge.

Cancer affects too many of us. Through this ride, I am committed to supporting better care, better outcomes, and continued progress in research.

Thank you for supporting our team and this important cause.