Karen Fischer
- National: 50th
- Province: 20th in ON
I'm Riding For
Dad
1939 -2009 In Loving Memory Dad, you always pushed me to try just a little harder, and to go just a little bit further. I ride for you, Dad, because you still inspire me every day. I love you forever.
My Story
This August, I am once again taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! The impact of this terrible disease is felt by many, and is hitting close to home as a little girl named Kat, who lives in my community, is battling Retinoblastoma, a cancer of the eye. She is 3.
Over 1,400 children are diagnosed with cancer every year, and it's the biggest killer of children from disease in Canada.
Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.
I am riding in tribute to so many impacted by cancer, and in loving memory of my Dad. I am raising funds through my challenge to support SickKids Foundation to allow them to continue their work in developing treatments and finding a cure for childhood cancers, and making lives better for little ones like Kat.
Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.
Your support will change little lives.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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358 km Ridden$1,557 Raised2019
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633 km Ridden$5,465 Raised2020
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540 km Ridden$5,908 Raised2021
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304 km Ridden$6,620 Raised2022
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416 km Ridden$8,536 Raised2023
My Challenge
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6.3 km ride - Final Official Ride - Saturday, August 31, 2024
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Day 31 - One More Ride ❤️
31 Aug 2024Great Cycle Challenge Canada
Day 31 - One more ride ❤️...
It has been a month...a learning journey as always, and once again, one filled with a rollercoaster of emotions, as I process life, death, bravery, sadness, resilience, perspective. And a never-wavering commitment to GET IT DONE.
I dedicate my final ride to my Dad. He has been with me every rotation of my tires. He has always been my hero and my inspiration, and he is truly an angel on my shoulder (parked there right beside my Mom ❤).
He's the guy who would wake up at 5 am, drive to Toronto and climb the CN Tower four times for charity, drive back home, and hit the gym class before coming home again. He awed me. Just before my Dad got his devastating cancer diagnosis, he and I were planning where we were going to set up his treadmill in their new space so he could get back in shape for his next climb. I am so proud to be his daughter, and I am grateful that I got at least a wee bit of his determination.
I am proud of my accomplishments this month, and humbled once again by the amazing support I receive from my family, my friends, and my village along the way 🙏. I am heartbroken to think of what children and their families go through fighting this brutal disease, and amazed by their resiliency and bravery in the face of this fight for their lives.
And THIS IS WHY I RIDE...
For these warrior kids and their families, for my Dad who inspires me every day, for my Mom (because she has always been my greatest champion), for my dear friends and family members battling cancer right now (❤), for you, and finally, for me.
www.greatcyclechallenge.ca/Riders/KarenFischer
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17.0 km ride - Day 30 - Secret beach - Friday, August 30, 2024
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29.0 km ride - Day 29 - Almost Trenton - Thursday, August 29, 2024
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18.2 km ride - Day 28 - back roads - Wednesday, August 28, 2024
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19.2 km ride - Melville - Day 26 - Monday, August 26, 2024
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22.0 km ride - Parkview FOWB - Day 24 - Saturday, August 24, 2024
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33.0 km ride - winery - day 24 - Saturday, August 24, 2024
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13.0 km ride - consecon - day 21 - Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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16.0 km ride - secret beach - Day 20 - Tuesday, August 20, 2024
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30.1 km ride - Murray Canal - Day 19 - Monday, August 19, 2024
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18.5 km ride - Melville - Day 18 - Sunday, August 18, 2024
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11.0 km ride - home sweet home - day 17 - Saturday, August 17, 2024
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15.2 km ride - Killarney - Day 14 - Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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$2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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$2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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10.5 km ride - Killarney - Day 13 - Tuesday, August 13, 2024
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10.3 km ride - Killarney - Day 12 - Monday, August 12, 2024
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10.3 km ride - Killarney - Day 11 - Sunday, August 11, 2024
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10.1 km ride - killarney - Day 10 - Saturday, August 10, 2024
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10.3 km ride - Killarney - day 9 - Friday, August 9, 2024
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8.0 km ride - Killarney - Day 8 - Thursday, August 8, 2024
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$1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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$1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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12.3 km ride - Killarney - Day 7 - Wednesday, August 7, 2024
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12.4 km ride - Killarney - Day 6 - Tuesday, August 6, 2024
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10.3 km ride - Arrowhead - Day 6 - Tuesday, August 6, 2024
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22.0 km ride - Arrowhead - Day 5 - Monday, August 5, 2024
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10.6 km ride - Day 3 - Arrowhead - Saturday, August 3, 2024
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12.6 km ride - Day 2 - Arrowhead - Friday, August 2, 2024
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15.3 km ride - Day 1 - Arrowhead - Thursday, August 1, 2024
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$500 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 51 days ago -
$500 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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$250 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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$100 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 52 days ago
My Sponsors
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Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
“Here's your matched donation made possible by the generosity of long-time SickKids Foundation supporters, the Garron family. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
$1,981.07Received this donation 32 days ago
Karen
“Many thanks to the Garron Family for their generosity once again 🫶!”
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Steven Marskell
“Keep up the good work!”
$1,164.38Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for being my champion, Stevie ❤️!”
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Steven Marskell
“Good Job”
$741.06Received this donation 16 days ago -
Kathryn Johnston
“Coincidentally a dear member of our family is being operated on AUGUST 14th and we support and pray for both of you! ❤️❤️ Thank-you”
$217.35Received this donation 36 days ago
Karen
“Thank you so much for your support always, Kathryn xo. I will ride for your friend, too, and keep them in my thoughts. Bless you ❤️, Karen”
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Lillian Forester
“Thanks for supporting children in their fight against cancer and in memory of your wonderful father.”
$207Received this donation 52 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for championing me and this amazing cause ❤️. I am so grateful to have you in my corner. Karen”
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Compass Vehicle Delivery
$150Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you so much Joe, Anne and team ❤️! Your support is greatly appreciated! Karen 🫶”
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Frank and Jane Abballe
$124.20Received this donation 34 days ago
Karen
“Thank you so much, Jane and Frank, for your generosity and support! It means the world to me 🙏💙! Karen”
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George Hutchison
“Have a great ride.”
$124.20Received this donation 46 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for always supporting me and this cause ❤️! Karen xo”
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Kim Deklein
“Go Karen! Cheering you on!”
$124.20Received this donation 46 days ago
Karen
“Yay! Thank you, Kim ❤️! Your faith in me means so much! Karen”
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Anonymous
“From the golf group”
$113.85Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you, golf group 😘!”
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Elizabeth Turnbull
“You got this Karen!”
$103.50Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you so much! I appreciate your support 🙏...it takes a village! Karen 🫶”
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Michael Czukar
“Always pleased to support your commitment to this important cause - keep up your great effort!”
$103.50Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you, Mike and Judy! Maybe we can do a ride together when I and you are back 😊! Karen 🫶”
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Sylvie Reid
“Thank you Karen”
$103.50Received this donation 52 days ago
Karen
“Thank YOU, Sylvie ❤️! I am so grateful for your continued support! Karen”
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Chris Button
“Well done! Very proud of you, and F Cancer!”
$83.84Received this donation 23 days ago
Karen
“Yes, definitely F cancer...it impacts so many people we love. I hope we see it erased in our lifetime. Thank you ❤️.”
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Tri-County Well Drilling
“Your determination to accomplish great things is to be commended. Happy trails to you!!”
$75Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for your kind words, Tracy, and your ongoing support...you are so very appreciated! Karen 🫶”
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Douglas Power
$72.45Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Thank you, Doug, for supporting me and my ride, and this very worthwhile charity! Karen 🫶”
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Anonymous
“Karen, you are truly an inspiration to us all! Keep ridin', girl!!”
$72.45Received this donation 21 days ago
Karen
“Thank you so much for your kind words...I very much appreciate your support 🙏. Karen 🫶”
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Jennifer Davis
“Thanks, Karen!!”
$72.45Received this donation 34 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for supporting me and this cause once again...your confidence in me is truly appreciated 🙏. Karen 💜”
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Judy Anderson
“Cheering you on for this great cause. Hugs Judy”
$72.45Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“I appreciate your support so very much, Tante Judy ❤️! Thank you for being there for me! Karen 🫶”
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Marie Vella
“Every pedal counts Karen.... keep up the great work!”
$72.45Received this donation 33 days ago
Karen
“Bless your heart, Marie 🙏. I really appreciate your support! Karen 🫶”