Lorne Duke

7years All Star
Lorne Duke
I am riding 558 km in memory of Avrum Shalom (Jeffrey) Duke. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 566.3 km to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 260th
  • Province: 140th in ON
I've raised $3,690 My goal is $5,400 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Avrum Shalom (Jeffrey) Duke

Avrum Shalom (Jeffrey) Duke

May your memory be a blessing. Dad

My Story

30 May 2025

My seventh Great Cycle Challenge

30 - May - 2025

This August I am participating in the Great Cycle Challenge 2025 to fight kids' cancer! This is my seventh Challenge.

I am riding to honour the memory of my son, Avrum, whose battle with cancer ended in May, 1982. Avrum was 10.

I am riding to honour the memories of all my relatives and friends who have dealt or are dealing with cancer.

Kids and everyone should be living life, not fighting for it.

So I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and support SickKids Foundation to allow them to continue their work in developing treatments and finding cures for childhood cancer. I wish I could support other programs but my resources are limited.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change lives.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 7 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 1,771 km Ridden
    $3,035 Raised
    2019
  • 1,990 km Ridden
    $3,922 Raised
    2020
  • 1,652 km Ridden
    $5,627 Raised
    2021
  • 1,317 km Ridden
    $6,164 Raised
    2022
  • 1,401 km Ridden
    $5,464 Raised
    2023
  • 680 km Ridden
    $7,923 Raised
    2024
  • 566 km Ridden
    $3,690 Raised
    2025
7years
9,376 km
Ridden
$35,825
Raised

My Challenge

  • 26.8 km ride - 26.79km Road Cycling - Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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    Logged this ride 3 days ago
  • 31.6 km ride - 31.63km Road Cycling - Sunday, August 24, 2025
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    Logged this ride 6 days ago
  • 47.3 km ride - 47.32km Road Cycling - Saturday, August 23, 2025
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    Logged this ride 7 days ago
  • 45.2 km ride - 45.16km Road Cycling - Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago
  • 29.6 km ride - 29.56km Road Cycling - Monday, August 18, 2025
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    Logged this ride 12 days ago
  • 54.5 km ride - 54.54km Road Cycling - Friday, August 15, 2025
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    Logged this ride 15 days ago
  • 38.4 km ride - 38.44km Road Cycling - Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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    Logged this ride 17 days ago
  • $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.

    Posted 17 days ago
  • 21.3 km ride - 21.29km Road Cycling - Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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    Logged this ride 18 days ago
  • $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.

    Posted 18 days ago
  • 46.4 km ride - 46.42km Road Cycling - Monday, August 11, 2025
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    Logged this ride 19 days ago
  • 23.0 km ride - 22.98km Road Cycling - Saturday, August 9, 2025
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    Logged this ride 21 days ago
  • 26.3 km ride - 26.32km Road Cycling - Friday, August 8, 2025
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    Logged this ride 22 days ago
  • 24.4 km ride - 24.39km Road Cycling - Thursday, August 7, 2025
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    Logged this ride 23 days ago
  • 24.0 km ride - 24.05km Road Cycling - Wednesday, August 6, 2025
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    Logged this ride 24 days ago
  • 27.0 km ride - 26.97km Road Cycling - Tuesday, August 5, 2025
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    Logged this ride 25 days ago
  • 24.1 km ride - 24.09km Road Cycling - Monday, August 4, 2025
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    Logged this ride 26 days ago
  • $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.

    Posted 26 days ago
  • 26.2 km ride - 26.25km Road Cycling - Sunday, August 3, 2025
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    Logged this ride 27 days ago
  • GCC 2025, Day 2
    2 Aug 2025

    After proving to myself that I can still ride 'chai' (18) kilometers a day yesterday I woke today and did it two days in a row. I think that I will actually make my goal.

    Thinking that I will organize a group ride for Ottawa Social, something I used to do regularly but have not done since my mishap last year.

    Posted 28 days ago
  • 24.7 km ride - 24.71km Road Cycling - Saturday, August 2, 2025
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    Logged this ride 28 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.

    Posted 29 days ago
  • $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.

    Posted 29 days ago
  • 25.3 km ride - 25.34km Road Cycling - Friday, August 1, 2025
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    Logged this ride 29 days ago
  • $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 92 days ago

My Sponsors

  • 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!”
    $607.54
    Received this donation 16 days ago
  • Douglas McNichol
    “In memory of Peter McNichol, who also enjoyed cycling.”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 18 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Douglas and Michelle for your support. I remember Peter frequently, especially when I ride.”
  • Susan Haag
    “Lorne, I am happy to donate again this year to such a wonderful cause. It is great to see you back on your bike.”
    $267
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Susan thank you for your encouragement and support.”
  • Keir Fawcett
    “Glad to hear you are back in the saddle Lorne. You set a fine example for the rest of us, not only for keeping active in our senior years, but also for supporting, remembering and honouring our family.”
    $200
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Keir for your support and kind words.”
  • Diane and John Campbell
    “We remember Avrum and are so glad that you are able to cycle again, Lorne!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Diane and John - Thank you for your support and friendship over the many years.”
  • Don McIntosh
    “Against cancer, I've had a prostatectomy, androgen deprivation therapy and radiation therapy, plus two therapies to at least partially repair the damage the radiation caused, that is, hyperbaric oxygen and another one that's too gross to mention. But like you, I'm still riding my bike, though not as far as I used to. Still dancing, too. Keep up the good work.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Don - Thank you! The story of you battle against cancer is a reality that too many of us are unaware exists. L'chaim - To Life.”
  • Robert Scrimshaw
    “I am glad that you are able to do the challenge this year”
    $108
    Received this donation 18 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Robert for your support and encouragement”
  • Barry Comer
    “Great job Lorne”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you for your support Barry.”
  • Brent Hyde
    “Way to go Lorne! SUCH an important cause. Emily, Brent & Calum”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Emily, Brent and Calum for your support and encouragement.”
  • Jay Kellerman
    $103.50
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Jayfor your support.”
  • Michele Rouse
    “Your determination is amazing Lorne, keep well! I really miss riding with you.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Michele for your encouragement and support. I too miss our rides together.”
  • Scott Campbell
    “Keep those pedals turning Lorne.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Scott Thank you for your support and encouragement.”
  • Lyne Lamothe & Stephen Johns
    “Go Lorne Go!!”
    $100
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Lyne and Stephen for your support.”
  • Stephen Acker
    “Watch out Lance Armstrong, here comes Lorne Duke and no drug enhancements or secret motors on his bike. Go Lorne, go!”
    $74.52
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you for your support Stephen.”
  • Danielle Dugas
    “Keep up the good work Lorne! Danielle and Ira”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Danielle and Ira for your support and encouragement.”
  • Etta Liba Duke
    “Lorne, I am so glad that you are able to ride again this year as this event has always been so important to you. Just please be careful.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Libby. Just back from a 38 km ride and ready for bed.”
  • Anonymous
    “Way to go, Lorne! You rock!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 19 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you for your support.”
  • Mark Silver
    “Yasher Koach in advance”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you for your support Mark.”
  • Sharon Brodo
    “Good luck and have fun!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 22 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you Sharon. Hope you will be able to join me on a ride or two.”
  • Solange Sari
    “Well done! Lorne. God bless you in your journey this year. Good luck!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Lorne Duke
    Lorne
    “Thank you for your support and encouragement Solange.”
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