Well, the 61 day pairing ended July 14th at the top of Signal hill at 1730 hrs. I'm home now, relaxing a little and getting back into the routine called life. I would like to let all those who have helped us along this journey know just how thankful I, and the coast2coast2cure team is for your support.
Whether your support came from a donation, sponsorship, or you helped with accommodations or any number of logistical tasks, a very heart felt Thank You! We could not have done it without you. At this time we have raised over $64,000. for Cancer research, and the web site will remain available for the next 4 to 6 weeks for donations and the occasional update.
I have been asked numerous times, what's next? Well, I will continue to fund raise for cancer research, but in just what capacity, I just don't know yet, but it will continue. As I sit and type this, the kids upstairs, still sleeping (8am, kids these days!). I think I'll go out to the garage and take the bike out of it's box, put it together and take it for a ride on the weekend. My neighbor said to me yesterday, I have now ruined casual bike riding for myself, and he's right, a short ride is now 80km long.
I would like to thank the Air Canada Pilot group, I have felt your support with every turn of the pedal. Air Canada and The Air Canada Pilots Association, have been my biggest corporate sponsors, this endeavor would never have gotten off the ground had it not been for your support.
There are a few people that I would like to publicly Thank: Bob Mapson, Mark Tobin, Paul Francoeur, Chris Cox, and Barry Gillingham. Thank you gentleman, you all know the big rolls you played over the last two months, I hope to sit down and raise a glass with you soon.
Glen
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Glen In The News ..Just a few of the articles from local papers that were also posted online. Unfortunately we do not have the rights to post TV and radio interviews.
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What is this all about ?
Glen Baxby is a pilot. He has travelled the world but until recently, had barely been across the street on his bike. That all
changed when his friend Scott was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer last year. Now Glen’s cycling across Canada to raise awareness and $500,000 in funds for the cure. Follow Glen on his journey over 7,300 km as he conquers mountains and metropolises, while fighting for hope and the future. Be a part of Coast2Coast2Cure and help Glen’s determination be a vehicle for change. Change Can Happen !
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How did they do that ? Click the link below to find out ! Behind the Scenes
Glen's story ...On October 22nd 2008, Air Canada Flight 869, a London to Toronto Boeing 777 touched down at 11:21am. Piloting that flight was Scott Lyon. The aircraft was taxied to the gate and the parking brake set. That ended another uneventful flight, and that was the last time anything in Scott Lyon's life was uneventful. Feeling more than just the ordinary jet lag, Scott made his way to his local hospital. The Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie Ontario, it would be Scott's new home for the next 2 weeks, before being transfered to Princess Margaret Hospital in downtown Toronto. The Diagnosis was soon made, and it hit like a ton of bricks, Cancer, a very rare type of Lymphoma. Scott has been my close friend and colleague for many years. I felt powerless to help him and his family. He has young kids just as I have. I thought a lot about how I could support Scott and it came to me that I could honor Scott’s courageous journey by making one of my own. I can’t travel Scott’s path with him, but perhaps I can make a difference that could prevent others from having to go through what he is so bravely facing. I intend to raise funds for cancer research by cycling from Victoria B.C. to St. John's Nfld. in sixty days or less. Our employer, Air Canada, has demonstrated its support and compassion by providing me with time off to complete the ride. Thank you for your support.
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MEDIA RESOURCES For more information please refer to some of the documents below: Coast2Coast2Cure Press Release Press Release - Air Canada Pilot Gives Hope and Inspiration to Friend Fighting Cancer Press Release - Coast2Coast2Cure reaches halfway point across Canada Press Release - Coast2Coast2Cure Golf Tournament Glen's 60 day Schedule (you can also navigate the map at the top of this page) Two Pilots, Two Journeys article page 1 page 2
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That was very emotional stuff watching you climb that final hill into St John's. On behalf of everyone fighting a truly awful disease , we thank you and are grateful for the difference you have made. The money will help to find a cure and cannot be understated. I am honored by your ride in my name and am blessed to have a friend like you.To you and your team God bless...........
Scott
Thanks Scotty;
It was my pleasure.
See you soon.
Bax
Hello Glen,
It has almost been two weeks since you have completed your... was that a vacation? ;-)
It was an honor to ride with you and for Scott. I am touched that you have mentioned my name in your posting. Thank you. I will never forget what you have done, for Scott, for my wife and for all who have to deal, from near or far, with this terrible disease.
I will never for get you.
Enjoy the "casual" rides.
Hoping to ride with you one again, maybe with Joanne on my tandem.
Hi Paul,
It was nice to meet with you, I hope your wife is feeling better and things are going as well as they can be. I look forward to riding with someday and Glen.
Thanks
Joanne
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You're doing an amazing job funding cancer research. All of the women in my family overcame breast cancer and I feel so grateful to people like you that made it all possible.
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