On Saturday June 14th 2025, Badge of Life Canada was honoured to be the beneficiary of the third “Les Domestiques Cycling Ride” — an incredible show of strength, solidarity, and support for the mental health of Canadian Public Safety Personnel and their Families. Cycling alongside members of the Les Domestiques Cycling Club were OPP and Toronto Police Service cyclists. The event brought together leaders, advocates and community members united by a shared purpose to make healing possible for those impacted by operational stress injuries.

Thanks to the leadership of Murray Barnes, Hank Idsinga, and T.J. Donnelly, and with the inspiring presence of Commissioner Thomas Carrique and Peter Gilgan, the event raised an extraordinary $370,000. We are also deeply grateful to Ash and Mona Singh for their ongoing commitment—pledging $50,000 annually for five years to sustain this critical work.

Flanders, our Canine Assisted Intervention Animal, also made an appearance after the ride, spreading smiles and reminding everyone of the healing power of connection.

To all who rode, sponsored, donated, and believed in the mission—thank you. You are helping build a safer, more supportive future for those who serve.

(Photos / videos courtesy of Sgt Kerry Schmidt (OPP) and Michel Boulay)