Steve Oliveira
- National: 74th
- Province: 41st in ON
- My Team: 1st
I'm Riding For
Darren, James, Lisa, and Frank
My Story
This August, I’m taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge for reasons that have become deeply personal. Cancer touched my extended family this year in a heartbreaking way, and several people close to me are still fighting their own battles. Watching loved ones go through something so heavy changes you. It makes you want to do something — anything — that helps push back.
Cycling has always been a passion of mine, and this challenge gives me a way to turn that passion into purpose. I’m riding to support SickKids Foundation and the incredible work they do to develop better treatments and, one day, a cure for childhood cancer. Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.
What started quietly — just me sponsoring myself for $100 — has grown into something I never expected. A few people joined me, then a few more, and suddenly we had a team. Today, we’re a group of dedicated riders who have already raised thousands of dollars and logged hundreds of kilometres. Their energy, generosity, and commitment have been inspiring, and I’m proud of what we’re building together.
If you’re able, please support my challenge. Your donation will help give kids with cancer the brighter futures they deserve. And your support means more than you know.
Thank you,
Steve
My Challenge
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81.9 km ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, September 6, 2026
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Great Cycle Challenge - Day 29: Mission Accomplished
31 Aug 2026I rode with the regular crew (Multisport Addicts) on Saturday, starting at Angie and Rob’s cottage in Wasaga and heading out toward Creemore. It was a beautiful day, but a bit chilly at the start, and the heavy headwinds made some of the climbing very challenging. Still, everyone pulled through and kept things moving. Creemore had a festival going on, and although we couldn’t stay long, we did get to see some classic cars on display. We grabbed a coffee and a butter tart at Bank Café, then headed back toward Wasaga.
The return trip was incredible. Between the big downhill, the wind at our backs, the smooth tarmac on Riverside Road and Concession 6, and the gorgeous scenery, we absolutely flew back. It felt like a huge reward for the effort it took to get to Creemore in the first place.
When we rolled back into Wasaga, Angie and Rob treated us to a lovely BBQ lunch at the cottage — the perfect way to end the ride and the day. And with that ride, I officially completed my 1,500 km GCC goal for the month. A great ride, a great day, and a great way to finish the challenge.
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Great Cycle Challenge - Day 28: Countryside Ride with Andrew
31 Aug 2026I drove out to the Kitchener area to ride with Andrew, one of my TD Tour de Friends teammates. It was a lovely morning weather‑wise, the kind that makes you glad you committed to the drive. The first half of the ride was faster with a gradual downhill, while the second half was slower with a gradual uphill, but overall we still held a fast average speed just under 30 kph — all thanks to the pulling Andrew did. He is undoubtedly a strong rider.
We stopped for coffee and a butter tart at a place called Jim’s Lunch, the kind of spot that feels like stepping back in time into an old diner. Later on, we had lunch at the Baden Coffee Company, a very nice, quaint coffee house that hit the spot perfectly before a short ride back to the parking lot.
By the time we wrapped up, we were a little over 100 km through beautiful countryside — quiet roads, rolling farmland, and great company. A big thanks to Andrew for setting up the ride.
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60.5 km ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, August 29, 2026
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101.4 km ride - Morning Ride - Friday, August 28, 2026
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40.8 km ride - ROUVY - Decathlon Polska | Warszawski Klasyk - Thursday, August 27, 2026
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Great Cycle Challenge - Day 26: A Perfect Day on the Elora-Cataract Trail
27 Aug 2026What. A. Day! We went on a 109 km gravel ride from Inglewood to Fergus along the Elora‑Cataract Trail and it was spectacular. The scenery was beautiful the entire way, and for a gravel ride it felt pretty quick — we averaged 24.7 kph, which is fast by my standards.
I rode with Sandro and Peter. It was my first time meeting Peter, and what a great guy (but aren’t all cyclists?). He’s 68 years old, strong on the bike, and incredibly well‑travelled as a cyclist. As he told me about his adventures — mostly across Europe — all I could think was: I want to be as strong, as fast, and as well‑travelled on the bike when I’m 68. Truly inspiring.
The weather was perfect: sunny, temperate, and exactly what you hope for on a long gravel day. We stopped for breakfast at The Vault in Fergus, where I had a breakfast croissant, a chocolate‑chip scone, and a coffee — vital cycling food… LOL. It was great.
There was talk about doing this ride again in the fall when the colours change, and that will be amazing. I’m now just over 1,300 km with about 200 km to go. I’ve got another 150 km planned for tomorrow and Saturday. Sunday I have to jar tomatoes, so I’ll need to find another 50 km somewhere. I should probably take today off… unless I can find a flat, slow ride somewhere. Tomorrow will be intense. I’ll figure something out.
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109.3 km ride - Morning Gravel Ride - Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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Great Cycle Challenge - Day 25: Coffee in Kettleby and 30km of Exploring
26 Aug 2026The weather wasn’t good on Sunday or Monday, so I stayed indoors and did a couple of longer virtual rides — one in Western Canada (52 km) and another in Korea (46 km). Those are long for virtual rides by my standards, but they helped keep the mileage moving. I also went for a short 4.5 km run on Sunday. With the focus on riding this month, it was my first run in August, and it felt pretty tough.
Today I finally got outside for a 45 km ride with some of the crew. It was windy and cool enough that I had to wear a jacket. We rode from Nobleton to Kettleby and back, stopping for coffee at a little bakery that one rider described as “going to the old Nonna’s house.” He wasn’t exaggerating — the place had that cozy, old‑school charm. The coffee was good, and the chocolate‑chip cookie was just OK.
When I got home, the legs still felt decent, so I added another 30 km with an easy spin around the neighbourhood. I turned in and out of a bunch of streets — some I hadn’t been down since moving here in 2009 — which made the ride surprisingly interesting.
Later in the day, I gave a couple of bikes some TLC. I washed my road bike, degreased the chain, and switched to wax instead of traditional lubricant. It’s supposed to be much better than lube. I also added wax to my gravel bike to get it ready for a big ride tomorrow. Now it’s time to get some sleep so I’m ready to go bright and early in the morning.
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30.0 km ride - Lunch Ride - Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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My Sponsors
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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!”
$1,566.71Received this donation 27 days ago
Steve
“Thank you to the Garron family for your remarkable support. Your matching gift transformed today’s donations into something far greater, and motivated so many of us to give and ride with even more purpose. My team and I are truly grateful for the hope you help bring to children and families who need it most.”
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Marthese West
$517.50Received this donation 28 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Martez and Pat for your very generous support on Kick Cancer’s Butt Day! I really appreciate it.”
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Katie Kuhn
“Fantastic Steve!”
$258.75Received this donation 12 days ago
Steve
“Hi Katie! Many thanks for your generous support of my Great Cycle Challenge initiative. James, Jamie and I very much appreciate your sponsorship.”
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Matthew Oliveira Inc.
$258.75Received this donation 40 days ago
Steve
“Hey Matthew! Your very generous contribution is much appreciated. Thanks Bud!”
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Thomas Kim
$258.75Received this donation 28 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Tom and Lisa for your generous support on Kick Cancer’s Butt Day! I really appreciate it.”
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Filomena Oliveira
“What an amazing thing you are doing, Steve! Good luck on your adventure!”
$207Received this donation 38 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Aunt Fil and Uncle Tony for your very generous support. Much appreciated.”
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Mary Spadaro
“Such an important ride….safe travels!”
$207Received this donation 38 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Aunt Mary and Uncle John for your very generous support. Much appreciated”
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Sylvia Oliveira
“What a great thing you are doing. Happy travels.”
$207Received this donation 39 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Aunt Sylvia and Uncle Joe for your generous support. Travels start today. 😁🚴♂️”
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Octavio Oliveira
$200Received this donation 27 days ago
Steve
“Thanks Dad for supporting me on Kick Cancer’s Butt Day. I really appreciate it.”
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Adam Spadaro
“Way to go Steve!”
$103.50Received this donation 30 days ago
Steve
“Thank you Adam and Cara for supporting my GCC initiative. Much appreciated.”
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Allan OReilly
$103.50Received this donation 32 days ago
Steve
“Thank you Al and Diane for support me. I really appreciate it. Good seeing you yesterday.”
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Andrew Raffaele Oliveira
$103.50Received this donation 38 days ago
Steve
“I really appreciate the donation Andrew! The support the three of you gave means a lot. I hope you and Matthew have great shows in Montreal and Saskatchewan. I know you guys will knock them dead and finish lots of half hearts for the young ladies in the audience…LOL! Have fun Bud!”
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Anthony Caschera
“Hey Steve - Very worthwhile cause. May the wind be at your back. TC/LL.”
$103.50Received this donation 39 days ago
Steve
“Thanks Tony and Laura! Your support is very much appreciated.”
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Diane Oliveira
$103.50Received this donation 38 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Diane and Keyman for supporting me with the GCC. Much appreciated.”
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Gisela Aquino
$103.50Received this donation 40 days ago
Steve
“Thanks Zia and Zio! Your generosity is very much appreciated.”
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Giuseppe Pompei
“Good luck on the ride”
$103.50Received this donation 38 days ago
Steve
“Many thanks Julie and Seppe for your support. I really appreciate it.”
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Jacquelyn Oliveira
$103.50Received this donation 40 days ago
Steve
“Thank you to my favourite daughter for your generous support. 🙂”
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JAMES MINNS
“You’re a good man Steve. Thanks for doing this.”
$103.50Received this donation 38 days ago
Steve
“James, you are a very big reason why I am doing this. For years you have put your life on the line in the service of protecting all of us, and now you’re fighting hard to stay alive. That’s not right. Keep fighting Buddy! I look forward to getting back on the road with you on two wheels after you lick this thing. Get well. Oh, and thank you for supporting the cause.”
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Jamie Minns
“Doing awesome things with that incredible willpower of yours. Love you, Steve!”
$103.50Received this donation 37 days ago
Steve
“Thanks Jamie! You’re always there to support me with all those things, sometimes financially (thank you for that yet again), but always believing in me and encouraging me too. Love you right back.”
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Janine Oliveira
“Good luck, cuz!!”
$103.50Received this donation 39 days ago
Steve
“Thank you Cuzette. 🙂 I really appreciate your support.”