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Stacey Jeffares with his three children (from left) Zachary, 12, Makenna, 7, and Nicholas, 10. In 2008, Nicholas was diagnosed with leukemia. After successful treatment, the boy is now cancer-free and Jeffares is cycling in this weekend’s Ride to Conquer Cancer as a way of giving back. The two-day, 300-kilometre event benefits the BC Cancer Foundation. EVAN SEAL
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When Stacey Jeffares climbs on his bike this weekend, he will not only be looking forward to the challenge ahead of him, but also looking back on those who have supported him and his family through a tough journey. Jeffares, 42, will take part in the annual Ride to Conquer Cancer, presented by Silver
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his motivation goes beyond the monetary commitment. In 2008, Jeffares received the news that no parent is ever prepared to hear. His son Nicholas, then 3, had been diagnosed with leukemia.
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