A month to Ride – together!
June is a special month where thousands of people in Canada cap their Ride for Heart accomplishments with one more kilometre, one more donation, or a celebration with supporters, friends, and coworkers.
Let’s all grab our bikes and running shoes one more time and do something special for those living with heart disease, stroke, and vascular cognitive impairment.
How do you Ride?
Each June, when Canadians Ride for Heart, they:
- Bring awareness to the issues facing those with heart disease, stroke, and vascular cognitive impairment.
- Improve their own heart health and ensure more time with family and friends.
- Celebrate heart and brain health in the most creative and wonderful ways!
What's happening this Event Month!
Looking for ideas and inspiration for your own Event Month activities? Look no further than your fellow riders! Here are just a few of the event month challenges and celebrations that have been undertaken by people just like you.
JP Fillion
JP was born with pulmonary stenosis, which affects blood flow from the heart to the lungs. After two operations, his condition improved, and JP gives back by participating with @JuniperNetworks in the #RideCorporateChallenge. Last year, JP rode 5,514km, the equivalent distance of crossing Canada, and plans to do the same this year!
Diamond Schmitt
Diamond Schmitt has been passionately supporting Ride for Heart since 2010, and last year, they tried something new with their #RideCorporate Challenge by hosting an “Art x Architects” silent auction!
Doug Olichny
Meet Doug! An avid cyclist and #RideVIP, Doug was experiencing shoulder and upper back pain during rides. A stress test revealed a shocking truth: he had a heart attack. After quadruple bypass surgery, he rode 1,000km in June for his second Ride for Heart!
Paul Appleman
Paul Appleton has participated in Ride for Heart for 12 years, riding daily for 935 days and accumulating 19,050 kilometres on his bike! Paul’s incredible streak broke in April of 2023 when he experienced chest pains while cycling and had to get off and walk. Shortly after, Paul was admitted to the hospital, where he underwent a double bypass surgery. After a 46 day recovery, Paul got back on his bike and continued his over 300 day new riding streak through last June’s Event Month rideing 700 kilometres!
Cindy Dunn
Last year for their Ride for Heart, Cindy and Mark bicycled through the picturesque countryside of France! Throughout their 70 kilometers journey, they captured breathtaking moments, with a memorable end-of-ride photo at the historic Chateau Des Vigiers Hotel. Their passion for cycling and adventure wholeheartedly supports Ride for Heart. Thank you, Cindy and Mark, for sharing this wonderful experience!
Share your story!
What are you doing with your Ride for Heart Event Month? You are just two steps away from inspiring others with your Ride for Heart plans:
Step 1:
Pick a photo and write a short message on what you are doing with your Ride for Heart Event Month and why.
Step 2:
Share your story using:
#HeartAndStrokeRideAsOne or
#RideCorporateChallenge
and tag
@HeartandStroke
Event Month is a celebration!
And here are the party favours:
This Event Month we want you to get moving, get healthy and have a great time! Here are a few fun resources to help you do just that.
Colouring Sheets
Get younger riders and supporters excited and involved with these
Ride for Heart colouring and activity sheets.
Spotify Playlist
Get warmed up while listening to your Event Month playlist on Spotify.
Race day bib and printable finish line
Organizing a group walk, ride, or celebratory event? Give it an official look with our printable
finish line and participant bib.
Heart & Stroke Swag:
Let everyone know you’re getting active for Heart & Stroke with gear and accessories from the official
Heart and Stroke e-Store!
Ride for Heart Event Month scrapbook
Ride for Heart is 38! And in that time Canadians have shared some fantastic moments as they #HeartAndStrokeRideAsOne. Here are a few of our favourites from the last few years.
