Lawson is a fighter we’re all fighting for!

GCC’ers, say “HI” to our newest ambassador… 5-year-old Lawson! 👋

Lawson (pictured right) is a cheeky little guy who loves to make people laugh, and has a close bond with his twin brother, Lennox. 🧡

He is also bravely fighting rhabdomyosarcoma.✊

Lawson was diagnosed in late February 2025, after imaging revealed a mass on his prostate.

He started intensive chemotherapy treatment immediately, and also underwent 28 rounds of proton therapy in the summer of 2025.

In early 2026, he finally transitioned into the maintenance phase of treatment… but there were more bumps in the road to come. 😔

In April, Lawson began experiencing new and concerning symptoms including increasing pain, difficulty urinating, and extreme fatigue. An emergency MRI showed that his tumour had grown significantly. He needed surgery to reroute his bladder through ureterostomies.

Further testing showed that some cancer cells had not responded to previous treatment, and had mutated, causing new growth.

His care team recommended relapse chemotherapy which is much stronger than the treatment he previously received. It takes a serious toll on little bodies.

Lawson began relapse chemo in late April, and he continues to receive treatment while showing incredible maturity and courage every step of the way.

Come on GCC'ers, let's show Lawson that we're with him all the way! 🚴

1/2 Way Across 🇨🇦 in 1/2 Year of Rides

Got 724 km more on the bike in June so now at 3713 km…the half way point in my goal again for this year. Griffin Bell would have been 9 yrs of age recently and he continues to inspire everyone who knew him and who knows his story through his family. Always with me on each ride each day. ❤️ #griffinmyheartforever #thegldnsociety

Special Ambassador Chloe

“We're excited to introduce you to one of our very special ambassadors...Meet Chloe

12-year-old Chloe is bravely fighting rhabdomyosarcoma. ✊

In early 2025, after returning home from a month-long family holiday, Chloe noticed a small pimple-like bump on the inside of her mouth.

Though she and her family didn't know it then, that moment marked the start of her cancer journey.

Following a string of appointments and hospital admissions, with no improvement in her symptoms, Chloe was admitted to SickKids on July 28, 2025.

Further testing led to a heart-breaking diagnosis...

On August 1, 2025, Chloe was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma of the left cheek. 💔

In preparation for treatment, she underwent surgery to preserve one ovary and have a chest port placed.

Then, it was all systems go. Chloe immediately started an 18-month treatment plan involving 14 total cycles of chemotherapy.

Once 4 cycles were completed, she underwent surgery on the tumour.

Surgeons removed the tumour and tumour bed, and then performed reconstructive flap surgery to rebuild her left cheek.

Unfortunately, the post-surgery pathology results indicated that some of the tumour may have still been present, so she then underwent an additional five weeks of proton radiation treatment.

Through all the ups and downs of her cancer journey so far, Chloe has shown incredible strength and courage 🌟

This young woman is showing cancer who's boss!

Chloe continues to receive chemotherapy, and she's often in hospital as a day patient or attending clinics for chemo, blood work, and monitoring.

While she's not enrolled in a formal clinical trial, this amazing girl is also contributing to multiple research initiatives and helping advance understanding of rhabdomyosarcoma for future patients.

Chloe is smart, witty, and thoughtful. She loves nothing more than immersing herself in creative projects.

She's also a HUGE Simpsons fan and often rewatches her favourite episodes.

Chloe's cancer journey isn’t over yet, and she continues to bravely fight this disease with her family by her side. 🥰

Chloe should be living life, not fighting for it.

Don, your fundraising efforts will support cancer research to develop treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer to help kids like Chloe and save little lives.

And for Chloe and her family...

Your support means the world. ❤️

Thank you so much."- Ashley (Great Cycle Challenge Team)

May Rides Completed

733 KM cycled this month, including some very long climbing rides on our holiday in Five Islands Nova Scotia.

2026 Rides

Training rides for this year are on track to be ready for the 1000 km August goal and for my cross - Canada goal of 7821 km. Logged 600 km in Jan….450 km in Feb….504 km in March and 702 km in April. Nice to be outside riding more often now after a long winter of indoor rides.