Shannon Carkner, JDRF’s regional director for central Canada, said the organization was expecting a great turn out this year. (Cavel Brown/toronto observer)
The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) held its 27th Revolution Ride today with a goal of raising $5 million today.
“Our goal is $5 million and we wanna get our name and brand out there. In the past we’ve come very close to [the goal] and we’re very optimistic this year,” said Shannon Carkner JDRF’s regional director for central Canada . ”
In Toronto the event was held at Yonge-Dundas Square. This was Carkner’s first time at a ride in Toronto. She said she was looking for great energy and excitement when the even started.
“We have 2,000 riders participating today. We usually have some walk-ups so we think we’re gonna hit 3,000,” she said.
A volunteer from Scotiabank participates in the JDRF Revolution Ride on Sept. 30. (Cavel Brown/Toronto observer)
Bike rides were held in 19 cities in Canada. The event takes place outside with stationary bicycles. It annually raises money that goes toward finding a cure for Type 1 Diabetes.
Riders from various groups were in attendance. Three financial institutions had volunteers representing them: Scotiabank wearing red, RBC in blue and TD in green.
The bike ride continued throughout the day until 5 p.m.