About EyeRide
Founded in 2024 by passionate para-athletes and sighted allies, EyeRide is an annual athletically-challenging cycling event based in the Greater Toronto Area, supporting causes that enhance the quality of life for those living with vision loss. EyeRide’s mission is to provide an uplifting experience to adventurous souls who share a common vision – to make a difference in the lives of those who are blind or partially-sighted. What makes EyeRide unique is how it empowers individuals with vision loss, helping them to build connections and relationships forged by training and cycling together or alongside sighted participants. Whether cycling tandem – a bike made for two riders – or solo, participants ride with passion and purpose.
Taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, the 3rd annual event takes riders on a memorable journey through Ontario’s small towns and beautiful countryside to benefit the blind and low vision community. Cyclists have a choice between two exciting routes: 65 kilometres from Toronto to Alliston, or 130 kilometres from Toronto to Collingwood. Riders will be supported at rest stops scattered throughout the route, and will be celebrated at the finish lines.
EyeRide is more than just another fundraiser – it’s a celebration of resilience and community spirit. Join EyeRide as we pedal towards a brighter future. Cycle, Connect, Change Lives. Together, we can make a difference for people living with vision loss.
The beneficiaries for the 3rd annual EyeRide will be announced in February 2026.
What are the Origins of EyeRide?
Our origins date back to 2009, blossoming from a group of passionate para-athletes looking to raise funds for charities supporting individuals with vision loss. In 2024, EyeRide was formed as members of the blind/low vision community and advocates felt compelled to reimagine this important event to support small-yet-mighty charities that focus on mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of blind and low vision individuals. Furthermore, EyeRide’s goal is to continue breaking down barriers between able-bodied and disabled athletes, strengthening their bonds and friendships, and raising the profile of the vision loss community.
In 2024, with an experienced, passionate team at the helm, the inaugural EyeRide came together in a few short months. The event was hugely successful, with 39 riders raising a total of $57,000, which funded two incredible organizations that help promote mental and physical well-being for individuals with vision loss. Building on our first year’s success, nearly 70 participants raised over $100,000 in 2025, doubling our success from the previous year. We have an ambitious goal of doubling our totals once again in 2026, and aim to raise $200,000 for small-yet-mighty vision loss charities in the GTA.
Which Organizations have benefitted from EyeRide?
2024: TRAILBLAZERS Tandem Cycling Club and BALANCE for Blind Adults.
2025: TRAILBLAZERS Tandem Cycling Club and BALANCE for Blind Adults.
2026: To be announced in February 2026!
The team behind EyeRide recognizes the incredible contributions each organization makes to the vision loss community. Please visit our Charities Supported page to learn more about these organizations.