Michael Riley

6years All Star
Michael Riley
I am riding 500 km in memory of Every Child And Parent Who Cant. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 235.8 km My goal is 500 km
My Rankings
  • National: 1st
  • Province: 1st in ON
I've raised $54,399 My goal is $60,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Every Child And Parent Who Cant

We are the power of change.

My Story

10 Aug 2026

Hello,

My name is Michael Riley, and I am honored to be participating in The Great Cycle Challenge for the fifth year, now as a Champion Rider!

One hundred percent of donations go directly to SickKids Hospital.

I began this journey in 2021. As a new father to my beautiful daughter Emma and in 2023 my beautiful son Ethan, my priorities changed quickly. I realized how fortunate I was to have 2 healthy children, which, sadly, is not the case for everyone. Since becoming a father, I've felt a strong drive to help others through events like the GCC.

Here's a look at my progress over the years:

- 2021: Raised $7,300 and rode 640 km. - Grand Ride - Pickering to Burlington!

- 2022: Raised $16,356 and rode 1,018 km. - Grand Ride - Markham to Niagara Falls!

- 2023: Raised $23,067 and rode 1,255 km. - Grand Ride - Markham to Montreal!

- 2024: Raised $31,837 and rode 1,518km. - Grand Ride - The Circumference of Lake Ontario! Markham - Markham.

- 2025 : $67,111 and rode 1,632 km. - Grand Ride - The Circumference of ICELAND!!

I'm incredibly grateful to be part of this amazing event and look forward to many more years of participation.

Thank you, everyone, for your support!

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 640 km Ridden
    $7,281 Raised
    2021
  • 1,018 km Ridden
    $16,356 Raised
    2022
  • 1,255 km Ridden
    $23,067 Raised
    2023
  • 1,518 km Ridden
    $31,837 Raised
    2024
  • 1,632 km Ridden
    $67,111 Raised
    2025
  • Ridden
    $54,399 Raised
    2026
6years
6,298 km
Ridden
$200,051
Raised

My Challenge

  • 23.7 km ride - Ride home - Friday, August 21, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 2 days ago - View on Strava
  • 15.2 km ride - August 19th - Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • 15.3 km ride - August 18th - Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava
  • 15.3 km ride - August 17th - Monday, August 17, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 6 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.2 km ride - Ride home from work - Friday, August 14, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 9 days ago - View on Strava
  • 15.3 km ride - August 13th - Thursday, August 13, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava
  • 16.0 km ride - Monday, August 10, 2026
    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • 15.0 km ride - when strava dosnt work. - Wednesday, August 12, 2026
    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • $20,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just hit $20,000 to fight kids' cancer! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 11 days ago
  • $10,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just hit $10,000 to fight kids' cancer! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 11 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!”
    $19,181.79
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “I’m not sure if the Garron family actually sees these messages or not, but I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. The generosity that your family has shown toward this charity, and so many others, over the years is truly incredible. From me to you, thank you very much for everything you do. You guys really do make a difference, and that’s what makes this charity so special, it’s the effort, generosity, and support that everyone puts into it for such an important cause.”
  • Barometer Capital Management Inc.
    $4,900
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Further to our phone call, I just wanted to reiterate how important this charity is to me and how much I truly appreciate the incredible support. The amount of buzz and awareness this gets, the people involved, and the overall commitment to the cause is really second to none. It’s such an incredible charity to be a part of, and I’m very grateful to be able to participate. Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation and for supporting me and, more importantly, the kids at SickKids.”
  • MNP LLP
    $2,070
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “I just wanted to say thank you again so very much for your continued support of this incredible charity. Your generosity and support have helped me reach the number one spot in Canada for the second year in a row, which is something I’m incredibly proud of and grateful for. From me and Everyone at Sick Kids.... THANK YOU!”
  • Finlayson Hospitality Partners Inc.
    “Michael, On behalf of the entire team at Finlayson Hospitality Partners, thank you for this remarkable commitment to children's health in our community Congratulations on extending the Riley family legacy of community engagement So nice to see you are sticking a little closer to home this year! Thanks once again for including us in this annual journey Your Number One Fans, Todd and Marcia Finlayson McDonald's Restaurants - York Region”
    $2,000
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Hi Todd and Marcia, thank you so much for those incredibly kind words. To be considered the number one fan of somebody is pretty special to me, and I truly appreciate you, your team, and your family and everything you’ve done with Finlayson Hospitality over the years. It’s been absolutely incredible. The recognition and support you gave me for this cause at the dinner that night was something I’ll never forget, and I’m incredibly grateful for everything you’ve done for me, for the Great Cycle Challenge, and for SickKids. Thank you again Todd and Marcia, to you and everyone around you, it truly means a lot to me. Looking like another incredible year, sitting in the very proud 1st spot.”
  • Don Mills Chrysler, SEAN RILEY
    “You are doing a fantastic job to raise funds for this very worthy cause Michael. Way to Go!”
    $1,552.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “This is a team effort, and I thank you guys for this support. Mom, Dad, and Sean, thank you all for giving me the ability to create this. Like I’ve said before, it’s a collective effort. Each of you contributes in your own ways, which I am forever grateful for. Again, sitting at the #1 spot, nationwide, for a second year is something special. Thanks, guys.”
  • Markville Ford Lincoln, CRAIG RILEY
    “Congratulations Michael on your 5th consecutive year with the GCC. Your efforts; energies; determination; and dedication in to raising much-needed funding for Sick Kids Cancer Research is very impressive. Keep up the great work.”
    $1,552.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “This is a team effort, and I thank you guys for this support. Mom, Dad, and Sean, thank you all for giving me the ability to create this. Like I’ve said before, it’s a collective effort. Each of you contributes in your own ways, which I am forever grateful for. Again, sitting at the #1 spot, nationwide, for a second year is something special. Thanks, guys.”
  • Uxbridge Ford, SEAN RILEY
    “We are proud to support this great cause Michael.”
    $1,552.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “This is a team effort, and I thank you guys for this support. Mom, Dad, and Sean, thank you all for giving me the ability to create this. Like I’ve said before, it’s a collective effort. Each of you contributes in your own ways, which I am forever grateful for. Again, sitting at the #1 spot, nationwide, for a second year is something special. Thanks, guys.”
  • Anonymous
    $1,035
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “I really appreciate you taking the time to donate and support the ride! Knowing that the money raised is going toward helping children at SickKids makes all of the kilometres I put in that much more worthwhile. Thank you for being part of the journey and for helping me continue something that has become so important to me.”
  • Anonymous
    $1,035
    Received this donation 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge Building Solutions Inc.
    $1,035
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thanks so much for supporting my ride this year and for taking the time to make a donation! Every year I’m reminded just how generous people can be when they come together for an important cause like this. I’m incredibly grateful to have your support and to know that you’re helping me make a difference for SickKids”
  • Polar Asset Management Partners
    $928.40
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thank you so much for your generous donation and for supporting me once again! I really appreciate you getting behind the ride, and more importantly, helping raise money and awareness for the kids and families at SickKids. It truly means a lot to me, especially knowing that every donation helps make a difference.”
  • Vantage Asset Management
    $776.25
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thank you so much for your incredible generosity and support! This charity has become such an important part of my life over the past six years, and I’m always amazed by the people who continue to get behind it. Your donation is greatly appreciated, and I’m very grateful to have you supporting the ride.”
  • Turtle Creek Asset Management Inc.
    $750
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thanks so much for the donation and for getting behind me again this year! Six years into this journey, I’m still amazed by the support I receive from friends, family, coworkers, and people who simply believe in the cause. It makes a huge difference knowing that people like you are willing to help me continue riding for SickKids.”
  • 1442634 Ontario Inc o/a Collision Centre
    “Keep up the good work!”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Frank and Larry. I really appreciate your donation and all of your support! It’s pretty amazing knowing that your contribution is helping make a difference. Thank you for helping me turn all those kilometres on the bike into something that can have a positive impact.”
  • Dennis Gray
    “Proud of you!”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 4 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thanks so much for your donation and for supporting SickKids! Knowing that the money raised goes toward helping children makes every dollar and every kilometre that much more meaningful. I really appreciate you being part of the fundraising effort and helping me continue this journey.”
  • Fairview Glass Limited
    “Well Done Mike! Appreciate what you are doing!!”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thank you so much for your support and generosity! Every year I’m amazed by the amount of energy, awareness, and generosity surrounding the Great Cycle Challenge. I’m very grateful that you chose to be part of my ride and help me continue raising money for such an incredible cause. And to think, this all started 6 years ago with a goal of raising $250..... well $198,000 later...”
  • Anonymous
    “Keep up the great work.”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thanks so much for supporting the ride! Becoming a father has made this cause even more meaningful to me because I know how fortunate I am to have healthy children. Your donation helps support other families and kids who are facing challenges, and that’s something I’m incredibly grateful to be able to contribute toward.”
  • Anonymous
    “Amazing consistency for the past few years!”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Thank you so much for your donation and for supporting what I’m doing! I’ll definitely be thinking about everyone who has supported me when I’m out there putting the kilometres in and pushing through those long rides. Knowing there are people behind me supporting SickKids makes those tough days on the bike much easier.”
  • Patti Harrison
    “Thanks for riding for this great cause Michael! You are the Best!”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “Hey Patti, Just wanted to say again, a huge thank you for your continued support, Patti. You know how much this ride means to me, and I really appreciate you being there and supporting me year after year. I put a lot of energy and effort into this, and although working full time and having children doesn’t always allow me to do some of the crazy rides I’ve done in the past, like Iceland or riding around Lake Ontario, the passion and the thought behind it are still very much there. Your support means a lot to me, and I genuinely appreciate you continuing to be part of this journey. Thank you very much,”
  • REAGAN RILEY
    “Hello Michael, Enjoy the Adventure and Great to see the Wonderful Dedication for SickKids. Safe Travels. Blessings, Lynn & Reagan”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Michael Riley
    Michael
    “I honestly can’t thank you enough for the donation and support! It gives me even more motivation to get out there, put the kilometres in, and keep pushing toward the fundraising goal. Knowing that the effort is helping kids at SickKids makes every long ride, hill, and sore muscle completely worth it.”
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