John Sullivan
- National: 10th
- Province: 1st 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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Ridden$4,524 Raised2026
My Challenge
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27.2 km ride - 45 min Power Zone Endurance 90s Ride with Matt Wilpers - Thursday, July 16, 2026
Logged this ride 3 days ago - View on Strava -
0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Wednesday, July 15, 2026
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34.4 km ride - 60 min Climb Ride with Ben Alldis - Wednesday, July 15, 2026
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12.5 km ride - Evening Mountain Bike Ride - Monday, July 13, 2026
Logged this ride 6 days ago - View on Strava -
23.4 km ride - 45 min Power Zone Max Ride with Ben Alldis - Thursday, July 9, 2026
Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava -
0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Thursday, July 9, 2026
Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava -
0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Monday, July 6, 2026
Logged this ride 13 days ago - View on Strava -
0.0 km ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, July 4, 2026
Logged this ride 15 days ago - View on Strava -
$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 16 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 19 days ago
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 16 days ago -
Katelyn Imrie
$517.50Received this donation 20 days ago -
Patrick Daniel
“Great that you are doing this Paddy! Thanks!”
$517.50Received this donation 16 days ago -
Niclas Jaeckh
“Go Paddy!”
$258.75Received this donation 16 days ago -
Trevor MacDonald
“Great job! Keep it going!”
$258.75Received this donation 16 days ago -
Courtney Rozendaal
$103.50Received this donation 10 days ago -
David White
“Proud of you mate! Xx”
$103.50Received this donation 32 days ago -
Helen Sullivan
“Way to go,🥰”
$103.50Received this donation 19 days ago -
Hugh James Sullivan
“Hi Paddy, A great cause”
$103.50Received this donation 18 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 31 days ago -
John Cameron
“Your family will always mean so much to us. Keeping Meaghan in our prayers.”
$103.50Received this donation 19 days ago -
John Sullivan
“So proud of your efforts Paddy!”
$103.50Received this donation 31 days ago -
Judy & Jessica Sullivan
“Cheering you on every kilometre of the way!”
$103.50Received this donation 19 days ago -
Kendra Connelly (Sullivan)
“You are truly inspiring!!”
$103.50Received this donation 18 days ago -
Lorne Daniel
“A great cause Paddy.”
$103.50Received this donation 16 days ago -
Michelle Lopez
$103.50Received this donation 20 days ago -
Monica Brookwell
$103.50Received this donation 32 days ago -
Pam & Brad Findlater
$103.50Received this donation 31 days ago -
Patricia Sullivan Ravina
$103.50Received this donation 18 days ago -
Raya Mukherjee
“John, know that you, your mother, and sister are all inspirational. You’re making the world a better place.”
$103.50Received this donation 31 days ago
