Follow Ramesh's Journey

Today felt like more of a typical Cycle to Walk day, as there were four events scheduled. It all started off with a visit to the Canadian Paraplegic Association to meet with Diane Morrell and her staff, Matt, Wendy and Lisa, at the Accessibility Advisory Committee office. Everyone was so excited to hear the message of Cycle to Walk, and they provided us with a letter of support at the end of our visit.

In the afternoon, we met with children, staff and other members of the community at the Children’s Rehabilitation Centre-Algoma. After the formal presentation, there was a chance for some of the kids to try out the hand cycle. Thanks to Monique Anich, Lily Heika and Marilyn Barban at the Centre for making this event happen with such short notice, and thanks to Jim Mills for suggesting we contact the Centre!

Later in the day, we went to City Hall and met up with Councillor Susan Myers, who represented the Mayor to give us greetings. Councillor Myers ensured us that she would inform her colleagues of the Cycle to Walk Campaign at the next City Council meeting.

The day ended with a visit with members of the local Anglican Church Algoma Deanery Youth Unit. There has been so much support from young people in the Diocese of Algoma: many fundraisers such as coffee house nights, spaghetti dinners, and dances have been organized in order to show support and raise funds for Cycle to Walk. It was a real treat to meet so many supportive people, thank you everyone for your encouragement, and for your support of Cycle to Walk.