Guelph, Ont. woman rides to raise funds for chemotherapy chairs [Video]

A Guelph, Ont. woman has completed her first of 10 bike rides to raise funds for chemotherapy chairs at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre.

Cyndy McLean knows what those chairs mean to patients since she’s gone through cancer treatment herself.

McLean began her ride Monday at the Arboretum at the University of Guelph, surrounded by supporters.

“It’s kind of fun to get to this point where you’re actually hitting the road,” she told CTV News.

McLean’s route was approximately 21 kilometres.

The number is significant as McLean had 21 chemo treatments after being diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer five years ago. She was also paralyzed 21 years ago after falling while hiking, so each of her rides will be completed on a handcycle.

Over the course of three weeks, she’ll embark on 10 different routes in 10 different communities.

According to McLean, the chemotherapy chairs cost about $7,000 each.

“Whatever we can do to help them deliver amazing care, that’s great,” McLean said.

The campaign …