A Halifax man who is running 75 kilometres every day across Canada will be passing through Vancouver this weekend.
On April 1, Ryan Keeping started his journey in St. John’s, Newfoundland. He estimated it would take 99 days to make it to his final destination in Victoria, B.C.
The ultra-marathoner is running for two of his family members who live with heart disease.
"Many of my family members, including my dad and grandfathers, have been affected by heart disease,” says Keeping. "Recently, both of my siblings have tested positive for the gene causing these heart issues.”
When he set out, his goal was to raise $100,000. He has since surpassed that amount, bringing in over $146,000.
Eighty per cent of the funds will go towards the Heart and Stroke Foundation; the other 20 per cent will cover expenses during the cross-Canada run.
Keeping has planned a group run and meet-up in Stanley Park on July 6 at 8 p.m.
He’s asking people to meet at the east end of the park, just off Stanley Park Drive.
To follow his journey, visit his Instagram page.
