Sheila Filipetti

7years
Sheila Filipetti
Cancer is the largest killer of children in Canada. Please donate now and support my cycling challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden 1,027.5 km to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 989th
  • Province: 529th in ON
I've raised $1,791 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

My Story

2 Jul 2024

This is my 7th year participating in the Great Cycle Challenge. I come back each summer because cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in Canada. It’s heartbreaking to know that 1,700 Canadian children are diagnosed with cancer every year. Kids should be living life, not fighting for it!

I’m getting a late start in fundraising this year but I’m hopeful to reach my goal of $1000. I’m raising money through this challenge to help these kids, support their families and support SickKids Foundation to allow them to continue their work in developing treatments for childhood cancer.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve. Thank you for your generosity 💙

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 7 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 420 km Ridden
    $1,028 Raised
    2018
  • 619 km Ridden
    $1,255 Raised
    2019
  • 607 km Ridden
    $1,484 Raised
    2020
  • 1,179 km Ridden
    $1,823 Raised
    2021
  • 1,012 km Ridden
    $1,306 Raised
    2022
  • 1,025 km Ridden
    $1,027 Raised
    2023
7years
5,889 km
Ridden
$9,714
Raised

My Challenge

  • Challenge Complete!
    6 Sep 2024

    It may have taken a couple extra days to reach 1000 kms, but I did it! A beautiful first week of September made it easy to get a few extra rides in before work and in the evening.

    Thanks to all of my sponsors for your kindness and generosity. For those of you that have donated in previous years, I’m very grateful for your continued support. To my new sponsors, I’m glad to have your support and hope that you’ll consider contributing to this great cause again in future years. I find hope in participating in this challenge and in learning about the many children and families it helps. Cheers!

    Challenge Complete!
    Posted 65 days ago
  • 17.8 km ride - Challenge Complete🏅 - Thursday, September 5, 2024
    Logged this ride 66 days ago
  • 19.6 km ride - 1000 Kms Complete - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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    Logged this ride 66 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Sweatshirt Weather - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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    Logged this ride 67 days ago
  • 32.1 km ride - Wings And Sunset - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
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    Logged this ride 67 days ago - View on Strava
  • 14.7 km ride - Brisk Morning - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
    Logged this ride 68 days ago
  • 19.8 km ride - Guelph Vibe - Friday, August 30, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 72 days ago
  • Guelph Vibe
    30 Aug 2024

    I’m spending the last few days of August in Guelph as we’ve just moved our daughter Dana into her apartment and are helping her get settled. She’s independent, confident and intelligent - she will do great! I’m excited for this new chapter and am incredibly proud of her achievements and success!

    Heading out on bike now for a quick ride around the neighborhood in attempts of getting closer to my goal. I’m less than 100 km short so I might need to ride into September to complete the challenge but I’ll get it done! Life is busy and time is the biggest obstacle in this month long event. Sure, my body’s sore but that doesn’t stop me. It’s the time I need to put aside for biking that is the biggest challenge. I’m glad to be on the home stretch!

    Guelph Vibe
    Posted 72 days ago
  • 34.2 km ride - Getting Around In Guelph - Thursday, August 29, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 73 days ago
  • 27.4 km ride - Hot Breeze - Monday, August 26, 2024
    Logged this ride 75 days ago
  • 17.2 km ride - Day Shift - Monday, August 26, 2024
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    Logged this ride 76 days ago - View on Strava
  • Beautiful Weekend 🌞
    26 Aug 2024

    Over 100 kms cycled this weekend, definitely putting a dent into my remaining total. Highlights were riding out and visiting my brother Paul in Lasalle on Saturday and then a ride and coffee break today with my daughter Mia who’s visiting from Ottawa.

    A busy week ahead but I’m hopeful to meet my riding goal in addition to raising over $1700 for this year’s Great Cycle Challenge. I’m incredibly grateful to all my sponsors for your generosity and support!

    Beautiful Weekend 🌞
    Posted 76 days ago
  • 16.9 km ride - One Episode Ride - Sunday, August 25, 2024
    Logged this ride 76 days ago
  • 29.4 km ride - Toto Cafe - Sunday, August 25, 2024
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    Logged this ride 76 days ago - View on Strava
  • 57.3 km ride - Lasalle - Saturday, August 24, 2024
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    Logged this ride 77 days ago - View on Strava
  • Weekend Forecast
    24 Aug 2024

    I’m currently over 250 kms away from my goal of biking 1000 kms throughout August. This weekend is my most opportune time to crush some numbers so this is precisely what my weekend forecast is. A good night sleep is definitely in order after working nights this week and a big breakfast befor a long ride tomorrow. Let’s see where my wheels take me!

    Weekend Forecast
    Posted 78 days ago
  • 31.1 km ride - So Happy It’s Friday! - Friday, August 23, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 78 days ago
  • 29.3 km ride - Fall Temps - Thursday, August 22, 2024
    Logged this ride 79 days ago
  • 18.8 km ride - Detour - Wednesday, August 21, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 80 days ago - View on Strava
  • 26.4 km ride - Forest Glade - Wednesday, August 21, 2024
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    Logged this ride 81 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.4 km ride - Work - Tuesday, August 20, 2024
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    Logged this ride 81 days ago - View on Strava
  • 12.2 km ride - Lunch🍴 - Tuesday, August 20, 2024
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    Logged this ride 81 days ago - View on Strava
  • 24.4 km ride - Blue Heron - Tuesday, August 20, 2024
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    Logged this ride 82 days ago - View on Strava
  • The Push Is On!
    20 Aug 2024

    I’m thrilled to say that I’ve achieved my fundraising goal again this year and incredibly grateful to all my sponsors for their generous support! Your contributions fuel me to keep riding even when I’d rather be doing something else that doesn’t require so much energy. I’m fortunate to be healthy and able to bike, not everyone’s as lucky.

    Your support, in addition to the many children who face long and challenging cancer treatments motivate me to keep riding this month to reach my 1000 km goal 🩵

    The Push Is On!
    Posted 82 days ago
  • 15.8 km ride - Short Shifted - Monday, August 19, 2024
    Logged this ride 82 days ago
  • 26.2 km ride - Two Bridges - Monday, August 19, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 83 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.8 km ride - Dark Skies - Monday, August 19, 2024
    Logged this ride 83 days ago
  • 12.8 km ride - Quiet Roads - Sunday, August 18, 2024
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    Logged this ride 84 days ago - View on Strava
  • 40.0 km ride - Fast Pedal 🚴🏼‍♂️ - Saturday, August 17, 2024
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    Logged this ride 84 days ago - View on Strava
  • 37.2 km ride - Beat The Rain - Saturday, August 17, 2024
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    Logged this ride 85 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.8 km ride - Ganatchio Trail - Friday, August 16, 2024
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    Logged this ride 86 days ago - View on Strava
  • 27.7 km ride - Detroit Princess - Thursday, August 15, 2024
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    Logged this ride 86 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.7 km ride - Guelph Trails - Thursday, August 15, 2024
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    Logged this ride 87 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 88 days ago
  • 24.8 km ride - Morning Rush - Tuesday, August 13, 2024
    Logged this ride 89 days ago
  • Kick Butt Day!!
    13 Aug 2024

    Tomorrow is Kick Cancer's Butt Day!

    The Garron Family has generously pledged to MATCH ALL DONATIONS received on August 14th up to $1,300,000. This is INCREDIBLE!!

    Kick Butt Day!!
    Posted 89 days ago
  • 42.6 km ride - Monday Funday! - Monday, August 12, 2024
    Logged this ride 89 days ago
  • 16.2 km ride - Dream Cruise - Friday, August 9, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 92 days ago - View on Strava
  • 16.1 km ride - TGIF - Friday, August 9, 2024
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    Logged this ride 93 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.4 km ride - Side Streets - Thursday, August 8, 2024
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    Logged this ride 93 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.9 km ride - Pay Day💰 - Thursday, August 8, 2024
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    Logged this ride 94 days ago - View on Strava
  • 12.7 km ride - Hometime - Wednesday, August 7, 2024
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    Logged this ride 94 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.5 km ride - Hump Day - Wednesday, August 7, 2024
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    Logged this ride 94 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.7 km ride - Strong Winds - Wednesday, August 7, 2024
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    Logged this ride 95 days ago - View on Strava
  • 17.7 km ride - Rainy Day ☔️ - Tuesday, August 6, 2024
    Logged this ride 95 days ago
  • 14.9 km ride - Home Time - Monday, August 5, 2024
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    Logged this ride 96 days ago - View on Strava
  • 13.7 km ride - Day Shift - Monday, August 5, 2024
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    Logged this ride 97 days ago - View on Strava
  • A Great Start!
    4 Aug 2024

    After this mornings 36km ride, I’m well over the 100 km mark which is a great start for just a few days in. I’m also just over the halfway mark for my fundraising goal which means I’ve earned this years riding jersey. You can bet that I’ll post a pic when it arrives early this week 🚴🏼‍♀️

    A Great Start!
    Posted 97 days ago
  • 37.0 km ride - Sunday Sunrise - Sunday, August 4, 2024
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    Logged this ride 98 days ago - View on Strava
  • 26.5 km ride - Friday Night - Friday, August 2, 2024
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    Logged this ride 99 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.2 km ride - Gino Marcus - Thursday, August 1, 2024
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    Logged this ride 100 days ago - View on Strava
  • 17.6 km ride - Heat Warning - Thursday, August 1, 2024
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    Logged this ride 100 days ago - View on Strava
  • 21.5 km ride - Ready, Set, Ride!! - Thursday, August 1, 2024
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    Logged this ride 101 days ago
  • TOMORROW Is The Big Start!!
    1 Aug 2024

    August is one sleep away and that means my riding starts counting towards my challenge. It’s ridiculously hot and humid and the forecast is calling for heavy rainfall over the next few days.

    Might be a slower start than I’d hoped for but I’ve got a month to get it done!!

    Fundraising is almost at the halfway mark which is awesome. Thanks for your support 🧡

    TOMORROW Is The Big Start!!
    Posted 101 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 109 days ago
  • Gordie Howe Bridge
    22 Jul 2024

    Since we work opposite schedules 2 weeks out of the month, I don’t often pass up an invite for an outing with my hubby…especially on bikes! Headed out tonight for dinner and then continued west to see the new bridge up close. It’s still a long way from completion but amazing to see both sides finally connected. Such a beautiful night for a ride!

    Gordie Howe Bridge
    Posted 111 days ago
  • Riding And Fundraising
    18 Jul 2024

    August isn’t quite here yet but I’m still getting out most days for a bike ride, even if it’s just riding to work and back.

    Yesterday was an exciting fundraising day as I received a generous donation from a family friend who has been supporting me and this challenge for several years. Thank you Gord! I’m grateful for any donation, big or small.

    I was reminded of the motivation this support brings me. It’s exciting to see the dollars increase on my fundraising page which drives me to bike!!

    Posted 114 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 116 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 129 days ago
  • Freeze For A Cause
    3 Jul 2024

    Starting out with a Freezie Fundraiser at work this week. Hoping these hot days make people dig into their pockets for a great cause while cooling off with a Mr Freeze 😎

    Freeze For A Cause
    Posted 130 days ago
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My Sponsors

  • Anonymous
    “Since it is Gift Matching Day........”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 88 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “A warm thank you for your continued support year after year. I haven’t been riding out your way yet but when I do later this month, I’ll be sure to stop in for a visit. Much gratitude for your incredible generosity for such a great cause 😎”
  • 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!”
    $439.32
    Received this donation 87 days ago
  • GORDON RUTLEDGE
    “Happy to donate to your awesome annual effort.”
    $258.75
    Received this donation 116 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “A huge THANK YOU for your support again this year, Gord! Your generosity and enthusiasm in this fundraising event is always appreciated. Cheers from Windsor 💙”
  • Paul Cowan
    “Get it sis! You’re bringing joy and hope to those just beginning on their own “bike ride” of life!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 77 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Awesome to see you at my halfway point during yesterday’s ride! Your generosity is truly appreciated and your support each year means a lot. Big love ❤️”
  • Allison Vecchio
    $51.75
    Received this donation 88 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Thanks Allison - Good luck with your fundraising efforts too!!”
  • Siu Pun Cheung
    “Keep up the good cause Sheila !”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 75 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Your generous contribution and support mean a lot. Thanks so much, Pun!”
  • Cora Filipetti
    “Way to go Mommers!! Thanks for being a great example and role model of what you can do when you set your mind to it. Power to you and happy peddling for this terrific cause ;)”
    $50
    Received this donation 88 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “You’ve always been my #1 cheerleader, Cora! Your generous donation will go further today so thank you for your amazing support. Let’s try to get a ride in this weekend before you move on to your ‘next chapter’. I’m going to miss you 💖”
  • Peter Chuk
    “Good luck!”
    $50
    Received this donation 127 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Thanks for your generous donation, Pete!”
  • John Gosselin
    $40
    Received this donation 127 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Thank you for your support and kindness!!”
  • Way to go Sheila!
    $36.23
    Received this donation 87 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Trent, is this you?! I can always count on you for encouragement and support during this fundraising challenge. Would love to get out for a ride with you in the next 2 weeks. A slow and steady pace with a guaranteed stop for a pint or 2 along the way. Pick a date and let me know!!”
  • Anna Rankin
    “Way to go Sheila!!”
    $25
    Received this donation 115 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Thanks Anna! Hoping we can connect and go for a bike ride together during the challenge in August 🚴🏼‍♀️”
  • Debbie Nanne
    “Go, Sheila Go!!!! Wonderful way to help beat cancer !!!! 💝🌈”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 89 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “You’ve been cheering me on since I started this challenge years ago. Your support is greatly appreciated! Thanks a bunch, Debbie 💐”
  • Gary Wilson
    “Go Sheila Go!!!”
    $20
    Received this donation 109 days ago
    Sheila Filipetti
    Sheila
    “Gee Gar, means a lot that you offer your donation even before I ask. Thanks for your support and for always having my back 🤩”
  • WAP - Mr Freeze Sales
    “Thanks to the generosity of my coworkers, I sold 40 Freezies and collected donations today. Keeping cool on a hot day, fundraising is off to a good start!”
    $126
    Received this donation 129 days ago
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