JASON SETNYK

The Seaway Valley Riders hit the road on August 9 for their 8th Annual Motorcycle & Car Charity Ride, raising funds for Carefor Hospice Cornwall. Riders gathered at 1207 Second Street West before setting off at 10:30 a.m. for a scenic trip with stops in Alexandria and at Sol De Acapulco, returning for a free BBQ, live music from Dad Rock, prize draws, and a charity auction.

“This is our eighth year doing this,” said event president and organizer Mike Dagenais. “Just a bunch of friends getting together… we decided to pick a charity, and hospice was the logical one.”

The ride, supported by numerous sponsors, is part of year-round fundraising efforts that have brought in over $188,000 since its inception. “Everybody knows someone that’s went through the doors of hospice… when you know that, you know the care they get,” Dagenais added.