John Sullivan

Cancer is the largest killer of kids in Canada, 27 children are diagnosed every week. Please donate now and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!

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I've Ridden 1,003.0 km to fight kids' cancer

My Rankings

National: 103rd
Province: 15th in AB

I've raised $6,195 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

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

18 Jun 2026

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

Here's my personal impact over 2 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

1,002 km Ridden

$1,320 Raised

2016
1,003 km Ridden

$6,195 Raised

2026

2,005 km

Ridden

$7,515

Raised

My Challenge

55.6 km ride - 90 min Power Zone Endurance Ride with Matt Wilpers - Monday, August 31, 2026

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37.3 km ride - 60 min Power Zone Ride with Matt Wilpers - Monday, August 31, 2026

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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

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35.7 km ride - 60 min Power Zone Endurance Ride with Charlotte Weidenbach - Sunday, August 30, 2026

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34.1 km ride - 60 min Power Zone Endurance Ride with Matt Wilpers - Sunday, August 30, 2026

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47.3 km ride - Morning Ride - Friday, August 28, 2026

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35.2 km ride - Morning Ride - Tuesday, August 25, 2026

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15.8 km ride - 30 min Power Zone Recovery Ride with Christine D'Ercole - Friday, August 21, 2026

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12.8 km ride - 20 min Climb Ride with Denis Morton - Friday, August 21, 2026

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My Sponsors

Alice and Rick Daniel

“Thanks for taking on this ambitious challenge, Paddy--such a worthy cause!”
$517.50
Received this donation 65 days ago

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Katelyn Imrie
$517.50
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Patrick Daniel

“Great that you are doing this Paddy! Thanks!”
$517.50
Received this donation 65 days ago

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Niclas Jaeckh

“Go Paddy!”
$258.75
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Stephanie Exton

“Super proud of your achievement and for such a worthy cause. Congratulations The Extons”
$258.75
Received this donation 8 days ago

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Trevor MacDonald

“Great job! Keep it going!”
$258.75
Received this donation 64 days ago

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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!”
$152.98
Received this donation 24 days ago

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Alison Webb
$103.50
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Brett Ferster
$103.50
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Brody Lopez
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Courtney Rozendaal
$103.50
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David White

“Proud of you mate! Xx”
$103.50
Received this donation 81 days ago

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Helen Sullivan

“Way to go,🥰”
$103.50
Received this donation 68 days ago

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Hugh James Sullivan

“Hi Paddy, A great cause”
$103.50
Received this donation 67 days ago

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Jas, Seetal and Shaan Basi

“So proud of you buddy!!!”
$103.50
Received this donation 21 days ago

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Jeremy & Sarah

“Cancer is unapologetic, John Our mothers are proud that you’re using your passions to raise awareness.”
$103.50
Received this donation 80 days ago

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John Cameron

“Your family will always mean so much to us. Keeping Meaghan in our prayers.”
$103.50
Received this donation 68 days ago

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John Sullivan

“So proud of your efforts Paddy!”
$103.50
Received this donation 80 days ago

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Judy & Jessica Sullivan

“Cheering you on every kilometre of the way!”
$103.50
Received this donation 68 days ago

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Karim Rajan

“Best of luck Paddy, thanks for championing such a worthy cause.”
$103.50
Received this donation 25 days ago

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