Derek Boan

7years All Star
Derek Boan
I am riding 500 km in memory of Bob, aka Sandy, Phillips. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 501.5 km to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 365th
  • Province: 16th in SK
  • My Team: 2nd
I've raised $3,322 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Bob, aka Sandy, Phillips

Sandy was an avid global cyclist & although he survived tongue cancer, the aggressive treatment likely contributed to his early demise, almost a decade ago, at age 58 . . .

My Story

29 Jun 2024

For the 7th year, I am participating in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because right now, over 1,700 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!

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 a cure for childhood cancer.

I am riding with Team Sandy’s Sidekicks, in memory of good friend Sandy Phillips, who had tongue cancer as an adult. This is a special year, as 50 years ago, Sandy & 3 others (all on Team Sandy’s Sidekicks this year) set out from SK & cycled to the Atlantic Coast.

If you are interested in a tax-deductible donation, but please consider supporting me by making a $50 donation, either on line or by messaging me, to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Or, even better, consider participating yourselves!

Thank you & keep safe.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 7 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 592 km Ridden
    $1,658 Raised
    2018
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $3,225 Raised
    2019
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $5,354 Raised
    2020
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $3,910 Raised
    2021
  • 307 km Ridden
    $1,946 Raised
    2022
  • 465 km Ridden
    $1,471 Raised
    2023
7years
4,883 km
Ridden
$20,887
Raised

My Challenge

  • 18.2 km ride - Beaver Creek to The Glen at Crossmount to see Shawnda, the cheese lady. - Saturday, August 31, 2024
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    Logged this ride 82 days ago - View on Strava
  • 4.5 km ride - Quick trip to Cranberry Flats to get the car. - Friday, August 30, 2024
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    Logged this ride 82 days ago - View on Strava
  • 52.2 km ride - Visit with the Phillips with stops on the way home at the Mexican bakery & Saskatoonette & Fable... - Friday, August 30, 2024
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    Logged this ride 83 days ago - View on Strava
  • 43.1 km ride - Huevos Rancheros, pumpkin cheesecake ice cream cone & then stopped for corn & carrots in Furdale. - Wednesday, August 28, 2024
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    Logged this ride 85 days ago - View on Strava
  • 38.0 km ride - Lavender Berry & Rhubarb Crisp Ice Cream cone at Fable - YUMMY! - Monday, August 26, 2024
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    Logged this ride 87 days ago - View on Strava
  • 35.9 km ride - Lunch with son William at fabulous Taqueria Mexicana & dessert at Saskatoonette French &... - Saturday, August 24, 2024
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    Logged this ride 89 days ago - View on Strava
  • 20.2 km ride - Soup lunch with son William - Tuesday, August 20, 2024
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    Logged this ride 93 days ago - View on Strava
  • 51.5 km ride - WASP STING - inner mid-thigh - OUCH!!! - Sunday, August 18, 2024
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    Logged this ride 95 days ago - View on Strava
  • 42.8 km ride - Kick Butt Day ride - Wednesday, August 14, 2024
    Logged this ride 96 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 98 days ago
  • 55.2 km ride - Yummy lunch at Taqueria Mexicana with an ice cream cone from Fable Ice Cream! 🤪👌 - Thursday, August 8, 2024
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    Logged this ride 105 days ago - View on Strava
  • 52.8 km ride - Beautiful ride up & down the Meewasin Trail! - Monday, August 5, 2024
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    Logged this ride 108 days ago - View on Strava
  • 43.3 km ride - FB Marketplace pick up . . - Saturday, August 3, 2024
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    Logged this ride 110 days ago - View on Strava
  • 43.9 km ride - Inaugural 2024 GCC ride to Saskatoon (primarily to visit Fable Ice Cream!). - Thursday, August 1, 2024
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    Logged this ride 112 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 121 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 125 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 145 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!”
    $670.55
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “So generous! Thank you!”
  • Bob Etcheverry
    $200
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Bob & Judy! You get the top donation prize!”
  • Anonymous
    $155.25
    Received this donation 145 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Congratulations, you’re my 1st donor! Thanks for your generosity.”
  • Anonymous
    $150
    Received this donation 51 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you for your support & encouragement!”
  • Bernard Laplante
    “Way to go Derek, all the way up to 500 km. Bernard and Sharon”
    $129.38
    Received this donation 97 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Bernard.ca!”
  • David Boan
    “Go for it Derek! Keep spinning!!!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, big bro!”
  • Anonymous
    “You are contributing to a great cause! Keep those wheels turning!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “I think so, too! I’ll do my best, especially now that my donors have put me at the superhero level ($2500)!”
  • Jarol Boan
    $124.20
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Sis! Appreciate your donation during such a hectic time for you!”
  • Donna Burlingame
    “Great job Derek! You're amazing!!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 106 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Donna! You’re a sweetheart!”
  • Kenneth Bos
    “Your ongoing courage is admirable, Derek! Sandy would be proud of you, I support you in your desire and efforts to help others!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Ken. Yes, Sandy would be thrilled!”
  • Bob Birtles
    $100
    Received this donation 97 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Bob! See you soon . . .”
  • Carol Boan
    $100
    Received this donation 125 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks for your generosity, Carol!”
  • John Laxdal
    “Go Derek!”
    $100
    Received this donation 100 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks for the generous donation, John! Your Mom would have been thrilled!”
  • Leonard Donauer
    $100
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Len!”
  • Elizabeth Jones
    “Congratulations on a great ride!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 62 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Elizabeth! Looking forward to next year.”
  • Judy
    “Keep up the good work, Derek!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Judy! Great visit today.”
  • Ken Etcheverry
    “Keep on cranking Derek. Get the double scoop next stop at the ice cream shop. You've earned it!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Ken! Yes, had a double scoop today! Fable Ice Cream rocks!”
  • Lynne DeMare
    “Go Derek!!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Lynne! What a great family!”
  • Annabelle Hryniuk
    “Happy to support you and such a worthy cause. Good Luck”
    $70
    Received this donation 125 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Ann & Bob!”
  • Pam Reilly-Bruce
    “Hanks for doing this Derek … such a good cause.”
    $70
    Received this donation 101 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “And thanks for the support, Pam! Maybe we’ll catch you on the pickle ball court, sometime?”
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