Thank you for making our 14th year participating in the Charity Challenge such a success! With 154 members on Team SCI BC and the support of our community, we exceeded our fundraising goal, raising $94,152 for people living with spinal cord injuries and related disabilities across BC.
We are also the 2nd highest fundraising charity out of all the organizations this year. This is an incredible achievement and one that we could not have done without people like you – we’re so proud of you all for helping us reach this milestone.
 A special shoutout to our Top Fundraising Team, Team Vancouver Island and to our Top 10 Fundraisers:
- Jocelyn Maffin
- Gerry Stafford
- Angela Kaiser
- Karin Kratz
- Kate McBride
- Ben Mortenson
- Peter Chisholm
- Julian Scholefield
- Scott James
- Karen Gillespie
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From the big Vancouver race to Roll n’ Stroll events across BC, your energy, kindness and belief in our cause made it all possible. Whether you rolled, strolled, donated or simply cheered us on, we are so, so grateful.
We want to extend a special thank you to the incredible corporate and community teams who joined the Charity Challenge this year. Their commitment strengthens our community and helps people with SCI and related disabilities thrive every day. We’re so grateful for their heart and hustle!
Keep reading to learn more about each team:
At ICBC, our job is making sure the auto insurance system works for all road users. We make decisions with every British Columbian in mind and support drivers both on and off the road. Working closely with our staff, stakeholders and partners, we’re committed to a safer B.C. and an insurance system we can be proud of — now and in the future.​
“Those of us at ICBC who work directly with SCI BC know what an amazing organization it is, but it’s wonderful to see how every year more and more of our other employees sign up for the Charity Challenge to show their support. It’s a great, active opportunity to come together to raise funds that will truly make a difference in the lives of people across B.C. living with a spinal cord injury.”
–Â Jared Huber
At Macdonald’s Home Health Care, we specialize in complex mobility, accessibility and pressure management. Our team is the most experienced, and most knowledgeable, in the province, delivering customized solutions that support independence and long-term quality of life.
From personalized equipment to home accessibility, we work closely with our clients to find the right fit and deliver support that truly makes a difference.
We’re proud to support SCI BC and participate in the Charity Challenge virtual race! SCI BC’s mission aligns with our values and our work; removing barriers, empowering independence and supporting people living with spinal cord injuries across BC.
National in scope and local in focus, MNP provides client-focused accounting, consulting, tax, and digital services in more than 150 communities from coast to coast. Founded in Brandon, Manitoba in 1958, we are proud to be born and raised in Canada and committed to the success of Canadian individuals, businesses, and organizations. Our advisors deliver personalized strategies and made-in-Canada solutions to help you reach your full potential — wherever business takes you.
Jenna’s Run Club is a Vancouver-based social run club, started by Jenna Soriano, that brings people together to run and socialize. They welcome anyone to join them for short hikes and runs.
Members of the club ran with purpose and laced up for the half marathon in support of SCI BC for the second year in a row!
The North Burnaby Runners are a social running group. Groups runs take place Wednesday evenings, rain or shine. This welcoming run club recently celebrated their 11th runniversary together!
The Vancouver Falcons Athletic Club (VFAC) are a friendly and competitive senior and masters running club based in Vancouver. VFAC offers members weekly coached workouts in a supportive yet challenging training environment. Our club focus is primarily around these weekly workouts, regular post-workout socials, and representing the club in local and regional races on road, track, cross country and trail.
Thank you again to everyone who took part in the Charity Challenge. We’ll see you next year!
