LOCAL RESIDENT IS GEARING UP FOR THE ENBRIDGE RIDE TO CONQUER CANCER AND IS INVITING OTHERS TO JOIN!

The largest cycling fundraiser in Quebec historyhonours its 10thanniversary this year

([CITY]; [DATE]) - [Name] ______of [Town] ______is gearing up forthe 2018Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer® benefiting the Jewish General Hospital. They will be joined by thousands of cyclists who share a common goal: to conquer cancer. Riders will travel over 200 kilometers from Montreal to Quebec Cityfor two days, on July7-8, 2018. Funds raised from this epic event will support cancer research, treatment, care and prevention programs in Quebec.[Name] is inviting anyone who is up for the bold challenge to join their team or register as an individual, while spaces are still available.

With one in twoCanadians developing some form of cancer in their lifetime, and with both incidence and mortality rates significantly higher in Quebec, [Name] rightly viewed the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer as a call to action. They are rallying for the cause because …(Here is where you insert your personal story. Briefly explain why you signed up and what’s your inspiration. How has cancer affected you? Try and empower others to sign up or support your journey. The more personal, and the more genuine emotion you can display in this section, the better the chance that readers will relate. Try to keep your story to a paragraph at most so your message remains concise).

This is the 10th annual Ride to Conquer Cancer in Quebec.To date, the event has helped raise over$51million for the Jewish General Hospital and cancer centres across Quebec. Throughout their journey, Riders will be supported by hundreds of volunteers and crew members, providing them withfood and hydration, portable restrooms, safety on the road, comprehensive medical services and an overnight campsite complete with tents and hot showers.

[Name]is encouraging people of all abilities join them in the bold journey to conquer cancer, and be apart of their team or register as an individual. The two-day ride is open to cyclists of all abilities; all you need is a bike, a helmet and a little motivation. For more information visit or call (866) 996-VELO. Spaces are limited.

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About the Jewish General Hospital

Since 1934, the Jewish General Hospital has been a mainstay of superior medical care for generations of patients of all backgrounds. One of Quebec’s largest and busiest acute-care hospitals, the JGH is committed to improving the quality of healthcare for all Quebecers in partnership with the provincial healthcare network. The Jewish General Hospital is committed to providing patients the best possible care in a clean, safe and human-centered environment. The JGH is able to deliver these pioneering, innovative medical services by strengthening its role as a McGill University teaching hospital, by expanding and upgrading its facilities, and by pursuing cutting-edge research at the Lady Davis Institute for Medical Research. (