The Rice Lake Challenge has surpassed $500,000 in fundraising for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, reaching $501,295 after 18 years.
Organizer Brian Connor started the event in memory of his brothers Kevin and Terry, who both died as teenagers from the disease. What began as a five-kilometre swim has grown to include a six-kilometre walk and a 105-kilometre cycling route.
This year, Connor and longtime friend George Bennett completed the swim indoors at the Damian Warner Fitness Centre in London.
Defeat Duchenne Canada’s Rick Moss praised their dedication, noting research depends on fundraising. Connor says he hopes the challenge continues to its 20th year.
(Richard Evans)
