The Cops For Cancer Tour de North kicked off this morning in Fort St. John with two local riders losing their hair. This is the first time the tour has started in town. It was only the beginning of a week-long tour that will take them all the way to Williams Lake, arriving on the 15th. After a pancake breakfast, the riders listened as public dignitaries and event sponsors gave them words of support and thanks. The team also heard from two young cancer survivors who thanked the team for the contribution their efforts make, especially the funds raised for Camp Goodtimes. Camp Goodtimes is a free summer camp in Maple Ridge for children with cancer as well as survivors. Part of the funds raised by the Tour go toward the camp. In the crowd were four local RCMP officers taking part in the tour: Constables Shawn Ingham, Josh Smith and Josh Martyn, as well as Inspector Pat Egan. The group also includes two members from B.C. Ambulance Services. The 24 cyclists began their ride just after 11:00 a.m. The first day of the almost 800 km ride will take them to Dawson Creek later this afternoon.
Photo: This year's Tour de Rock riders line up before embarking on a week long tour ending in Williams Lake/ Erica FIsher
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