CIM in the News

Jewish Independent - More than 100 Canadian cyclists participated in the recent Courage in Motion (CIM). The fundraising ride, now in its 11th year, has grown steadily in popularity over its first decade and, this year, like many before, was sold out.

Published in the Canadian Jewish News on Oct. 30, 2018 Former NHL player Keith Primeau was among more than 100 Canadians who cycled through Israel over five days this month, to raise funds for disabled veterans in that country. This was the 11th Courage in Motion Bike Ride, which is organized by Beit Halochem Canada. The goal of the ride is not only monetary but inspirational. Participants come to appreciate the grit of those who served their country and paid a high price. Over 120 disabled veterans rode with the cyclists from abroad, using customized hand bikes or tandem bikes, in which a sighted rider pedals behind a veteran with limited vision. Some were on regular two-wheelers, despite having prostheses for lost limbs. Primeau, 46, who retired in 2006 after 15 NHL seasons, joined his business partners, cousins Brian and Mark Young, owners of the Montreal-based company Rebox Corp. Read the full article here.

Published on the NHL.com website on Oct. 21, 2018 Keith Primeau has been involved in several charities since retiring in 2006 after 15 NHL seasons. His latest endeavour is taking him on a bike ride halfway around the world.Primeau, 46, is participating in Courage in Motion 2018, a five-day cycling trip through Israel to raise money for Beit Halochem Canada, which provides aid to disabled veterans in Israel. Proceeds from the ride will be used toward purchasing cycling equipment, including customized hand bikes and single and tandem bicycles, as well as funding cycling programs. Courage in Motion is taking place Oct. 22-26 in Israel. Read the full article by Adam Kimelman, Deputy Managing Editor of NHL.com here.

Published Dec. 21, 2016   |   The Canadian Jewish News When Adath Israel Congregation Cantor Alex Stein set out to lose 100 pounds last year, one tremendous accomplishment gave way to another. Earlier this fall, Stein completed the ninth annual Courage in Motion bike ride