DemocraCycle
Canada
DemocraCycle Canada
MISSION
Cycling to Fundraise for Canadian Democracy
I will be riding my bike to raise funds for Canadian democracy non-profits. This year's journey, my first, is from Halifax to my hometown of Toronto, (about 2,000 km), I'll be enroute from late June thru August 2022. Along the way I'll be interviewing people on their thoughts about our country's democracy. What does it mean to them? How can we strengthen and improve it? Help support organizations that are making Canada more united!
- Dismantling Prejudice
- Countering Hate
- Strengthening Democracy
SUPPORT THE CAUSES DIRECTLY
Donate to one or more funding campaigns below. All donations to these Causes are handled by GoFund Me, and go directly to the selected organizations.
Dismantle Prejudice
Fund the Mosaic Institute
Outbursts of blatant racism continue to stain our reputation for diversity and inclusion in Canada. You can help experts expand mutual understanding.
Counter Hate
Fund the Canadian Anti-Hate Network
Hate groups and extremists threaten our beloved democracy. They may use violent means to get their way. You can help experts contain the growing danger.
SUPPORT MARK'S RIDE
Help fund Mark's 2,000 kilometre, seven week ride on behalf of the above non-profits. Or offer him a friendly place to stay the night along the way.
Mark’s Ride
Fund Mark’s 2,000 km solo ride
Assist Mark in covering his expenses as he cycles on his own from Halifax to Toronto, in support of Canadian democracy.
Twitter Feed @DemocraCycle1
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Read MoreRT @JustinTrudeau: The cowardly attack on Salman Rushdie is a strike on the freedom of expression that our world relies on. No one should b…
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Read MoreDemocraCycle Interview 9 Perth, Ontario Meet Marcel, who lives in #Perth (about 84km northwest of Ottawa). He is very expressive in giving his views on Canadian #democracy, and has some words to share about the #convoy. @antihateca @MosaicInstitute
Read MoreVIDEO 8 #Rockland, Ontario, 45 km east of Ottawa. Two young fundraisers for @PlanCanada approached me. Told them I too am #fundraising, in my case for @TheMosaicInstitute and @antihateca. One of these nice gents is #FirstNations, the other is Egyptian.
Read MoreRT @LeighNaturkach: I’m so happy to be sitting in on my first @MosaicInstitute Next Generation program event at our partner @GlendonCampus.…
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In #Hawkesbury Ont, met a pair of friends, one who has #DownSyndrome. I wanted to know if they had suffered discrimination, and if so had things improved over the years. Thank you Alain and Sandy! #Diversity #Prejudice @MosaicInstitute @antihateca https://t.co/csM1Rvahfg
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Have left #Quebec and am in #Hawkesbury, #Ontario today. Spent three days in Montreal with family, was wonderful. Am headed toward Ottawa now, will be there tomorrow. @antihateca @MosaicInstitute https://t.co/uvabs4VhW5
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DemocraCycle #Interview 6, outside Levis, #Quebec Annise, my cab driver, spoke about how he has lived in a number of countries, within Africa and Europe, yet he considers Canada to be the most #democratic and least corrupt. @MosaicInstitute @antihateca
Read MoreRT @MosaicInstitute: Would you cycle across Canada to build a more #inclusive society? Mark Swartz is a 61-year-old Canadian doing *just t…
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DemocraCycle Interview Five, L'Islet Sur Mer #Quebec Lunch with Jacques Roy, part-time dairy farmer, part-time driver for medical testing company, husband, dad to three girls, published poet! He has concerns about #Democracy @MosaicInstitute @antihateca
Read MoreGlad to be in the quiet realm of Mont Carmel, Quebec. Really hoping I've seen the worst of my Covid! https://t.co/9B8H5Usk1w
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@LeighNaturkach Why, why did we spend so many years learning grammar, tonality, and the nuances of expression?!
Read MoreMy #COVID is clearing up. Still tired on day 7 but most symptoms have receded or are very mild. Four #vaccine shots helped for sure. Here's a detailed update. #NewBrunswick @MosaicInstitute @antihateca
Read MoreSICK AND STRAGGLING in #NewBrunswick: Part 1 of 2 Got sick for past five days! Less so today. That’s why no posts since last one. Turns out I caught #Covid! Thank goodness for four #vaccine shots! Was nowhere as severe as might have been. Read more:
Read MoreDemocraCycle interview 4 - Dismantling Prejudice against Mental Illness Not all discrimination is based on skin colour, ethnicity or other more visible differences. #mentalillness is still little understood. #SuicideAwareness #depression @MosaicInstitute
Read MoreSummary of my solo bike ride from #Halifax to Toronto for #democracy non-profits so far: Left #Toronto Saturday June 25, six riding days so far. Find out where I've been! @TheMosaicInstitute @antihateca #bikelife #newbrunswick https://t.co/L4GHSc7MFR
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Interview 4 - anti-racism Met an interesting gentleman on the road to Bear River, NS. He spoke of his inter-racial marriage, growing up Black in a #NovaScotia with segregation. @MosaicInstitute @antihateca #bikelife #antiracism https://t.co/advBVXdHqX
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Sunday morning was a swift ride from the Come From Away BnB in Digby, NS to Fundy Rose ferry docks, which took me to St. John, #NewBrunswick. Got a tour of the city from the family I'm staying with. Nice! @MosaicInstitute @antihateca #bikelife #democracy
Read MoreSaturday's ride was super soaker. Started in Annapolis Royal, originally inhabited by a strong Mi’kmaq community, became home to some of North America’s earliest European settlers." Rode 52km to Digby, NS. #bikelife #cycling #Democracy @MosaicInstitute
Read MoreHAPPY #CanadaDay2022! Here's my second DemocraCycle interview of passers-by. We talk about what #CanadaDay means to them, and how to improve Canadian democracy. #bikelife @antihateca @MosaicInstitute
Read MoreRT @LauraKellandMay: Had a great visit with @democracycle1 @markswartz1 #cycle #biketour https://t.co/cXJaC93v5D
Read MoreRT @LauraKellandMay: Cycling is a great way to raise awareness visit @democracycle1 to see more information https://t.co/JW6Eo4cGxc
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Conducted my first #DemocraCycle interview of passers-by in #Halifax. We talked about #democracy and racism. I was really pleased to hear their views, especially with #CanadaDay so close. Let me know what you think. @antihateca @MosaicInstitute
Read MoreAm in #Halifax, Nova Scotia! First time here. Staying with a host from , a site that offers #couchsurfing for cyclists who are doing the #bikelife. Tomorrow I start my first day of riding. Can't wait! https://t.co/4ITKnvtzco
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RT @MosaicInstitute: Support @MarkDSwartz and his ride for democracy @democracycle1 from Halifax to Toronto by donating to his #GoFundMe: 👉…
Read MoreRT @MarkDSwartz: MY 2,000 KM RIDE FOR DEMOCRACY STARTS IN #HALIFAX #NOVASCOTIA I fly to Halifax on June 25, to cycle back solo to Toronto.…
Read MorePress Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cycling 2,000 km to fundraise for @antihateca (anti-hate) and @MosaicInstitute (dismantling prejudice). #antihate #antiracism #cycling #crowdfunding https://t.co/9iIr2YEVPS
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RT @LeighNaturkach: @birdiebent Hi there! Our @MosaicInstitute friend @MarkDSwartz is doing a solo cycle Halifax to Toronto starting June 2…
Read MoreRT @LeighNaturkach: Recently, I connected with @MarkDSwartz. He's taken it upon himself as a concerned citizen to galvanize support for two…
Read MoreRT @LeighNaturkach: What one person can do to dismantle prejudice is awesome. We all need inspiration! Follow Mark and his journey to creat…
Read MoreRT @MosaicInstitute: Mark Swartz is taking action in support of dismantling prejudice 🚴♀️ Biking from Halifax to Ontario, you can follo…
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My #Crowddfunding campaign for @antihateca (Canadian Anti-Hate Network) is off to a good start. Here's the total after just over a day! A few people have donated $100 or $200, but whatever you can spare will help CAHN counter hate. #antihate #DemocracyDay #Canada https://t.co/op9q1lyHeS
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RT @MarkDSwartz: I'm raising money for Counter Hate: Mark's ride for . Click to Donate: #GoFundMe #antihate https:…
Read MoreRT @MarkDSwartz: Dismantle Prejudice: Mark's solo 2,000 km charity ride for Mosaic Institute ride. Please click to donate: https://t.co/Q…
Read MoreMy intro #video for my Democracycle ride is here! I'll be riding 2,000 km solo from Halifax to Toronto on behalf of #Canadian non-profits @MosaicInstitute (dismantling prejudice) and @antihateca (countering hate). Donate at today. https://t.co/Q065U3oXHR
Read MoreThe NonProfits I Am Riding For Please donate directly to the campaign of one or more nonprofits I am riding in support of: @MosaicInstitute – dismantling prejudice @antihateca – monitoring and countering hate #cyclist #nonprofits #democracycle https://t.co/1A5LfL8gX5
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Hard at work on planning my bike route from #Halifax to #Toronto. Seven weeks of riding, resting, chatting with folks about #democracy in Canada. https://t.co/3Hs72olHty
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The new #DemocraCycle website is coming along. Hoping to launch within a few days! #democracynow #cyclinglife https://t.co/Ygrq8YfYC8
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Getting prepped (and psyched) for my 2,000 kilometer bike ride, from #Halifax to #Toronto. Starts late June 2022. Will be riding for Canadian #democracy nonprofits! https://t.co/4XPOZrpSeh
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