John Sullivan
- National: 109th
- Province: 15th in AB
I'm Riding For
Linda Sullivan & Meaghan Sullivan
Ten years ago, I rode in the Great Cycle Challenge in her memory. Ten years (and about 30 pounds) later, I’m clipping back in and doing it again. Cancer’s impact on our family didn’t end with my mom. In 2019, my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. Since then, it has spread to her brain and other parts of her body, and she now lives with Stage 4 cancer. Through it all, she has faced every challenge with incredible courage, resilience, and determination. I admire her deeply, and in so many ways, I see my mom in her. Over the last decade, the Sullivan clan has grown. We have more kids, more memories, and more reasons to appreciate how precious time with the people you love really is. Losing my mom and watching my sister battle cancer has given me a glimpse into how cruel this disease can be. As a parent, I can’t imagine hearing the words that your child has cancer, or watching them endure treatments, uncertainty, and fear. No child should have to fight that battle, and no family should have to walk that road alone. Cancer is unapologetic. It doesn’t discriminate. It doesn’t care who you are, where you come from, or how old you are. That’s why this ride matters to me. This August, I’ve committed to riding 1,000 kilometres and raising $1,500 through the Great Cycle Challenge to help fight childhood cancer. For me, this ride is about more than the kilometres or the fundraising. It’s a chance to spend time on the bike thinking about my mom, the legacy she left behind, and the strength, kindness, and perseverance that continue to live on through our family and our children. I’ll be posting updates throughout August so you can follow along with the journey.
My Story
Ten years ago, I rode in the Great Cycle Challenge in her memory. Ten years (and about 30 pounds) later, I’m clipping back in and doing it again.
Cancer’s impact on our family didn’t end with my mom.
In 2019, my sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. Since then, it has spread to her brain and other parts of her body, and she now lives with Stage 4 cancer. Through it all, she has faced every challenge with incredible courage, resilience, and determination. I admire her deeply, and in so many ways, I see my mom in her.
Over the last decade, the Sullivan clan has grown. We have more kids, more memories, and more reasons to appreciate how precious time with the people you love really is.
Losing my mom and watching my sister battle cancer has given me a glimpse into how cruel this disease can be. As a parent, I can’t imagine hearing the words that your child has cancer, or watching them endure treatments, uncertainty, and fear. No child should have to fight that battle, and no family should have to walk that road alone.
Cancer is unapologetic. It doesn’t discriminate. It doesn’t care who you are, where you come from, or how old you are.
That’s why this ride matters to me.
This August, I’ve committed to riding 1,000 kilometres and raising $1,500 through the Great Cycle Challenge to help fight childhood cancer.
For me, this ride is about more than the kilometres or the fundraising. It’s a chance to spend time on the bike thinking about my mom, the legacy she left behind, and the strength, kindness, and perseverance that continue to live on through our family and our children.
I’ll be posting updates throughout August so you can follow along with the journey.
My Legacy
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1,002 km Ridden$1,320 Raised2016
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1,054 km Ridden$6,195 Raised2026
My Challenge
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8.2 km ride - 15 min Climb Ride with Ben Alldis - Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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17.6 km ride - 30 min Power Zone Classic Rock Ride with Denis Morton - Monday, October 19, 2026
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0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Monday, October 19, 2026
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0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Monday, September 14, 2026
Logged this ride 54 days ago - View on Strava -
25.1 km ride - 45 min Power Zone Max: Power Profile with Matt Wilpers - Monday, September 14, 2026
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55.6 km ride - 90 min Power Zone Endurance Ride with Matt Wilpers - Monday, August 31, 2026
Logged this ride 67 days ago - View on Strava -
37.3 km ride - 60 min Power Zone Ride with Matt Wilpers - Monday, August 31, 2026
Logged this ride 68 days ago - View on Strava -
35.2 km ride - 60 min Low Impact Ride with Mayla Wedekind - Monday, August 31, 2026
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71.0 km ride - 120 min Power Zone Endurance Ride with Matt Wilpers - Sunday, August 30, 2026
Logged this ride 68 days ago - View on Strava
My Sponsors
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Alice and Rick Daniel
“Thanks for taking on this ambitious challenge, Paddy--such a worthy cause!”
$517.50Received this donation 127 days ago -
Katelyn Imrie
$517.50Received this donation 131 days ago -
Patrick Daniel
“Great that you are doing this Paddy! Thanks!”
$517.50Received this donation 126 days ago -
Niclas Jaeckh
“Go Paddy!”
$258.75Received this donation 127 days ago -
Stephanie Exton
“Super proud of your achievement and for such a worthy cause. Congratulations The Extons”
$258.75Received this donation 70 days ago -
Trevor MacDonald
“Great job! Keep it going!”
$258.75Received this donation 126 days ago -
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!”
$152.98Received this donation 86 days ago -
Alison Webb
$103.50Received this donation 87 days ago -
Brett Ferster
$103.50Received this donation 83 days ago -
Brody Lopez
$103.50Received this donation 71 days ago -
Courtney Rozendaal
$103.50Received this donation 121 days ago -
David White
“Proud of you mate! Xx”
$103.50Received this donation 142 days ago -
Helen Sullivan
“Way to go,🥰”
$103.50Received this donation 130 days ago -
Hugh James Sullivan
“Hi Paddy, A great cause”
$103.50Received this donation 128 days ago -
Jas, Seetal and Shaan Basi
“So proud of you buddy!!!”
$103.50Received this donation 83 days ago -
Jeremy & Sarah
“Cancer is unapologetic, John Our mothers are proud that you’re using your passions to raise awareness.”
$103.50Received this donation 142 days ago -
John Cameron
“Your family will always mean so much to us. Keeping Meaghan in our prayers.”
$103.50Received this donation 129 days ago -
John Sullivan
“So proud of your efforts Paddy!”
$103.50Received this donation 142 days ago -
Judy & Jessica Sullivan
“Cheering you on every kilometre of the way!”
$103.50Received this donation 129 days ago -
Karim Rajan
“Best of luck Paddy, thanks for championing such a worthy cause.”
$103.50Received this donation 87 days ago
