The Maison des greffés Lina Cyr Bike Challenge
20th edition
On July 10 and 11 2026
The Bike Challenge is the flagship annual event of the Maison des greffés Lina Cyr. By participating, you directly help fund affordable, safe, and high-quality accommodation services offered to transplant recipients—whether they are undergoing evaluation, waiting for a transplant, or recovering—as well as to their loved ones.
The Maison des greffés Lina Cyr Bike Challenge – 20th edition
On July 10 and 11 2026
The Bike Challenge is the flagship annual event of the Maison des greffés Lina Cyr. By participating, you directly help fund affordable, safe, and high-quality accommodation services offered to transplant recipients—whether they are undergoing evaluation, waiting for a transplant, or recovering—as well as to their loved ones.
What is the Maison des greffés Lina Cyr Bike Challenge?
Our Bike Challenge celebrates its 20th edition this year! This sporting and charitable event brings together cyclists from across Quebec each year around a common goal: to ride 300 km in two days, or 150 km in one day, alone or in a team.
More than just a sporting challenge, the Bike Challenge aims to raise awareness of the importance of organ and tissue donation, while raising essential funds to support La Maison des greffés Lina Cyr.
Join us to ride with heart and make a real difference.
Six different pricing options
Please take the time to carefully read the details before registering in order to be aware of the changes for this 20th edition.
The 2-Day Bike Challenge – From Belœil to Lévis
Category 1 – The early birds
Minimum fundraising goal per participant : : 850 $ (100$ registration fee included, 750$ to be raised)*
– Registration between September 15 and December 31 2025
Category 2 – The paced ones
Minimum fundraising goal per participant : : 950 $ (100$ registration fee included, 850$ to be raised)*
– Registration between January 1rst and Mai 31 2026
Category 3 – The Late ones
Minimum fundraising goal per participant : : 1050 $ (100$ registration fee included, 950$ to be raised)*
– Registration between June 1rst and July 8 2026
* Each cyclist must pay a 100$ registration fee. (Non-refundable)
A complete athletic challenge, covering 300 km through Quebec’s diverse landscapes. This option includes an overnight stay at the Nicolet Police Academy for a well-deserved break, energizing meals, and a return bus ride to Belœil to conclude your adventure.
What’s included :
- Official cycling jersey
- Dinner, overnight stay, and breakfast at the École Nationale de Police du Québec (ENPQ) in Nicolet
- Dinner in Lévis with access to showers
- Return by coach to Belœil – There will be no stop in Nicolet (Please let us know if you wish to return by coach)
- Snacks and lunch for 2 days
- Full squad supervision: police escort, first responders, mechanic, and a team of experienced supervisors
The Bike challenge over 1 day – From Nicolet to Lévis
Category 1 – The early birds
Minimum fundraising goal per participant : : 500 $ (100$ registration fee included, 400$ to be raised)*
– Registration between September 15 and December 31 2025
Category 2 – The paced ones
Minimum fundraising goal per participant : : 600 $ (100$ registration fee included, 500$ to be raised)*
– Registration between January 1rst and Mai 31 2026
Category 3 – The Late ones
Minimum fundraising goal per participant : : 700 $ (100$ registration fee included, 600$ to be raised)*
– Registration between June 1rst and July 8 2026
* Each cyclist must pay a 100$ registration fee. (Non-refundable)
A concentrated version of the Défi-vélo for cyclists who prefer a shorter route or for those who are only available on Saturdays. This 150 km route allows you to enjoy the experience while benefiting from the same organizational advantages.
What’s included :
- Official cycling jersey
- Dinner in Lévis with access to showers
- Return by coach to Belœil – There will be no stop at Nicolet (Please let us know if you wish to return by coach)
- Snacks, lunch and dinner for the day
- Full squad supervision: police escort, first responders, mechanic, and a team of experienced supervisors
Your security: our priority
Our cyclists are accompanied by a police escort from the Sûreté du Québec throughout the entire journey.
We also have a team of experienced instructors, first responders, a flat tire repair truck, and a mechanic who ensure the smooth running of our Cycling Challenge and the well-being of our participants over the two days.
Your security is our priority
Our cyclists are accompanied by a police escort from the Sûreté du Québec and the Canadian Association for Organ and Tissue Donors (CAOT)/Transplant Québec throughout the entire ride.
We also have a team of supervisors, first responders, a flat tire repair truck, and a mechanic who ensure the smooth running of our Cycling Challenge and the well-being of the participants over the two days.
Useful Documents
Here you will find the relevant documents to complete your registration for the Maison des greffés Lina Cyr cycling challenge.
Ride for a transplant recipient
Give even deeper meaning to your participation by choosing to represent a transplant recipient from the Lina Cyr Transplant Center. This unique partnership allows you to raise awareness among your friends and family about the importance of organ and tissue donation by sharing the inspiring journey of a transplant recipient.
When registering, simply select this option to be paired with a transplant recipient.
In return, the transplant recipient will commit to supporting your fundraising for the Bike Challenge by mobilizing their network and community, thereby contributing half of your campaign goal.
This human and supportive partnership creates strong bonds and a true community between cyclists and transplant recipients—a rewarding experience for all!
Some memories from our 2025 edition
Last year, 90 cyclists participated in the challenge, raising
210 000 $ for the Maison des greffés Lina Cyr.
Thank you all for your support!
