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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Vancouver riders take to the streets for men's health
Over 220 dapper Vancouver riders participated in the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, raising $52,456 for men's health, contributing to a national total of $383,498. Globally, the event saw 125,000 riders across 108 countries, raising $7.17 million USD for prostate cancer and mental health initiatives. The ride, starting at International Motorsports, aimed to break the silence surrounding men's health issues. Dressed in sharp suits and riding vintage motorcycles, more than 220 Vancouverites took to the streets as part of the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Whether it's a quiet battle with depression or a delayed checkup for a growing concern, silence has long been a killer for men. Over 220 Vancouver riders put on their finest suits and kicked up their kickstands to break that silence as they participated in the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride on Sunday, May address these issues, this global event aims to raise funds and awareness for men's health issues, particularly prostate cancer, the most common cancer among men along with mental health , in partnership with the Movember Vancouver ride successfully raised $52,456, contributing to Canada's national total of $383,498, with 1,869 riders participating across the the 2025 event saw over 125,000 riders across 1,038 cities in 108 countries, collectively raising $7.17 million ride route commenced at International Motorsports in East Vancouver, winding through the scenic Stanley Hermansen, fundraising director for Movember Canada, noted the positive public reaction: "People would stop and stare, honk their horns, and wave. It was good because that's the whole point. It captures people's attention."'It's always hard to know how these events will turn out in Vancouver, it could be raining or sunny, but we still had plenty of riders out today all wearing their dapper outfits, so all in all we're pretty happy,' he Distinguished Gentleman's Ride was founded in 2012 by Mark Hawwa in Sydney, Australia, inspired by a photo of Mad Men's Don Draper astride a classic motorcycle while wearing an expensive its beginning, the event has supported numerous men's health projects, including 12 in Canada, seven focusing on prostate cancer, and five on mental Thiene, part of the organizing committee for the Vancouver ride, emphasized the event's dual purpose: "The idea was to have a themed ride, getting riders together in one big community to ride classic and vintage rides. A themed ride where people dress up dapper to create interest and raise awareness."
Belfast Telegraph
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- Belfast Telegraph
Classic motorcycle riders don their Sunday best for charity spin around Belfast streets
Sunday afternoon shoppers were treated to a spectacular parade of finely dressed bikers astride their machines as they moved in convoy as part of The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride. Billed as the world's most stylish motorcycling charity event, Belfast joined thousands of other cities and towns in hosting the parade in support of men's mental health and prostate cancer research as part of the Movember campaign. The ride has now become an annual event in May, with hundreds of bikers donning their Sunday best for the cavalcade through the streets The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride was founded in Sydney, Australia, by Mark Hawwa in 2012, with more cities getting involved in the spectacle every year. It was inspired by a photo of Mad Men's Don Draper (actor John Hamm) astride a classic motorcycle and wearing his finest suit. The hit TV show leaned heavily on the style of the Sixties. Mark decided a themed ride would be a great way of connecting niche motorcycle enthusiasts and communities while raising funds to support men's charities. Riders taking part are encouraged to wear monocles, sport jaunty trimmed moustaches, silk vests, crisp shirts and tailored suits. Aside from their two-wheeled transport, all they need to bring is their finest manners, a sense of fun and a ready smile. More than 250 signed up for the Belfast ride, with almost £20,000 already raised for the Movember charity ahead of the event.
The Herald
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Herald
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride to unite bikers for good cause
Sunday will see bikers around the globe uniting and riding together to raise awareness about men's mental health and prostate cancer research. The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (DGR) was founded in 2012 by Mark Hawwa, in Sydney, Australia, and was inspired by a photo of the fictional character Don Draper of the TV Show Mad Men astride a classic motorcycle and wearing his finest suit. Hawwa decided a themed ride would be a great way of connecting niche motorcycle enthusiasts and communities while raising funds to support men around the world. The Gqeberha chapter of the ride is now in its third year and starts and finishes at Valley Road Motorcycles, situated at 10 Upper Valley Road, where all bikes, scooters and choppers will gather from 10am for preregistration, before the mass ride starts at 11am. All proceeds from this fundraising initiative will go to the Movember Foundation, which supports prostate cancer research and raises awareness about mental health issues. In 2016, DGR joined forces with the Movember Movement as both organisations share a common goal, which is to bring people together to help change the face of men's health, as globally prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, with more than 10 million men with or beyond a prostate cancer diagnosis. Prostate cancer is particularly common in men over the age of 50, so it is important to have the necessary checks and tests done as part of routine health check-ups. Participants are asked to register at no cost on the DGR website at where they will join hundreds of thousands of riders globally in the world's most stylish motorcycling charity event. Once the bikers return to Valley Road Motorcycles, there will be a raffle and other fundraising initiatives as well as food and beverages on sale. In 2024, the ride attracted about 100 riders, and the organisers are hoping to top this number in 2025. Riders are encouraged to wear their finest 'dapper' clothing for the ride and come out in numbers to support a worthy cause. 'The goal this year is to hopefully have more riders taking part in the ride, so dress up and bring your classic bike, cafe racer, chopper, bobber, scooter, scrambler, cruiser, modern classics and brat-styled bikes,' ride host Brett Thomas said. 'Last year, we had about 100 riders, so we are hoping to go bigger and better this year, and I'd like to encourage everyone to come out and support this international fundraiser as it is for a very worthy cause. 'We will gather at Valley Road Motorcycles, where we will have food trucks, live music, a coffee station, as well as drink specials'. The Herald
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
A Decade of Dapper: Movember and the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Gear Up to Celebrate 10 Years of Riding Together for Men's Health
TORONTO, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A global movement with a decade of impact! This year, Movember and The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (DGR) proudly mark 10 years of partnership, riding to raise vital funds that lift the profile of men's health worldwide. On Sunday, May 18th tens of thousands of dapper-dressed bike enthusiasts and men's health advocates will take to the streets in cities worldwide – uniting in a global movement to support prostate cancer research and men's mental health initiatives. Since its inception in 2012, The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride has brought together motorcycle enthusiasts with a shared passion for riding and making a difference in men's health outcomes. In 2016, Movember became the official charity partner. To date, over CAD$3.3 million of funds raised have supported 12 men's health projects in Canada. Seven projects are in the prostate cancer space and five are in mental health. Both organizations share the same goal: to bring people together and help change the face of men's health. DGR has seen more than 500,000 riders over the decade don their finest dapper drip and ride classic and vintage motorcycles in a show of solidarity for raising the profile of men's health. This year, more than 120 countries around the world are participating with 33 rides taking place throughout Canada. 'Ten years of partnership with DGR is a milestone worth celebrating,' said Dan Cooper, Director of Innovation at Movember. 'This event embodies the kind spirit of community and purpose that drives Movember forward. Every year, we see riders uniting behind a common goal and having important conversations shoulder to shoulder, massively contributing to funding the important work we deliver all over the world.' DGR Founder Mark Hawwa reflects on the impact of the past decade,"What started as a small ride in 64 cities has grown into over 1,000 cities in 2025. Our partnership with Movember has allowed us to turn passion into purpose on a global scale, contributing to funding research and delivering programs for prostate cancer and men's mental health around the world. In the last 10 years, our community has ridden dapper for Movember; and we're excited to see what the next 10 years will bring."Beyond the numbers, DGR is about connection - bringing together individuals from all walks of life to challenge stigma and spark crucial conversations about men's health. From riders sharing personal stories to communities rallying behind the cause, the event fosters a powerful sense of solidarity and rider, Blair Scarlett who is celebrating 10 years of riding with DGR, shares, 'For me, the DGR highlights the need to eliminate the stigma attached to men's mental health while raising the awareness about prostate and testicular cancer. It allows all the DGR participants unite for an amazing cause while doing something we love to do.' 'Every year, the energy on the streets is electric,' says Cooper. 'From the tailored suits to the rumble of vintage motorcycles, it's a sight to behold. But most importantly, it's a reminder that no man should face a health crisis alone.'To donate or sign up for a DGR near you, visit To learn more about where the money goes visit here to access the investment report. Canadian Rides 2025 Berwick, NS Calgary, AB Cornwall, ON Courtenay, BC Edmonton, AB Gibsons, BC Halifax, NS Hamilton, ON Kamloops, BC Kelowna, BC Kincardine, ON Ladysmith, BC Lethbridge, AB Lucan, ON Montreal, QC Nelson, BC Newmarket, ON Niagara Falls, ON North Bay, ON Ottawa, ON Parksville, BC Quebec City, QC Regina, SK Saguenay, QC Saint-Anaclet-de-lessard, QC Shediac, NB Sherbrooke, QC Summerside, PEI Toronto, ON Vancouver, BC Victoria, BC Whitby, ON Winnipeg, MB About MovemberMovember is the leading global men's health charity, funding groundbreaking research and support programs in prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Since 2003, Movember has proudly powered over 1,300 projects worldwide, transforming the lives of boys, men and entire communities across the globe. About The Distinguished Gentleman's RideThe Distinguished Gentleman's Ride unites classic and vintage motorcycle riders worldwide to raise funds and awareness for men's health. Founded in Sydney in 2012, DGR has since grown into a global movement, raising over CAD$62.1M for men's health initiatives. For more information, visit A photo accompanying this announcement is available at CONTACT: For further information or media inquiries please contact Taffin Sekulin, PR Manager at Movember Canada at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hamilton Spectator
12-05-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
A Decade of Dapper: Movember and the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Gear Up to Celebrate 10 Years of Riding Together for Men's Health
TORONTO, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A global movement with a decade of impact! This year, Movember and The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride (DGR) proudly mark 10 years of partnership, riding to raise vital funds that lift the profile of men's health worldwide. On Sunday, May 18th tens of thousands of dapper-dressed bike enthusiasts and men's health advocates will take to the streets in cities worldwide – uniting in a global movement to support prostate cancer research and men's mental health initiatives. Since its inception in 2012, The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride has brought together motorcycle enthusiasts with a shared passion for riding and making a difference in men's health outcomes. In 2016, Movember became the official charity partner. To date, over CAD$3.3 million of funds raised have supported 12 men's health projects in Canada. Seven projects are in the prostate cancer space and five are in mental health. Both organizations share the same goal: to bring people together and help change the face of men's health. DGR has seen more than 500,000 riders over the decade don their finest dapper drip and ride classic and vintage motorcycles in a show of solidarity for raising the profile of men's health. This year, more than 120 countries around the world are participating with 33 rides taking place throughout Canada. 'Ten years of partnership with DGR is a milestone worth celebrating,' said Dan Cooper, Director of Innovation at Movember. 'This event embodies the kind spirit of community and purpose that drives Movember forward. Every year, we see riders uniting behind a common goal and having important conversations shoulder to shoulder, massively contributing to funding the important work we deliver all over the world.' DGR Founder Mark Hawwa reflects on the impact of the past decade,'What started as a small ride in 64 cities has grown into over 1,000 cities in 2025. Our partnership with Movember has allowed us to turn passion into purpose on a global scale, contributing to funding research and delivering programs for prostate cancer and men's mental health around the world. In the last 10 years, our community has ridden dapper for Movember; and we're excited to see what the next 10 years will bring.' Beyond the numbers, DGR is about connection - bringing together individuals from all walks of life to challenge stigma and spark crucial conversations about men's health. From riders sharing personal stories to communities rallying behind the cause, the event fosters a powerful sense of solidarity and support. Toronto rider, Blair Scarlett who is celebrating 10 years of riding with DGR, shares, 'For me, the DGR highlights the need to eliminate the stigma attached to men's mental health while raising the awareness about prostate and testicular cancer. It allows all the DGR participants unite for an amazing cause while doing something we love to do.' 'Every year, the energy on the streets is electric,' says Cooper. 'From the tailored suits to the rumble of vintage motorcycles, it's a sight to behold. But most importantly, it's a reminder that no man should face a health crisis alone.' To donate or sign up for a DGR near you, visit . To learn more about where the money goes visit here to access the investment report. Canadian Rides 2025 Berwick, NS Calgary, AB Cornwall, ON Courtenay, BC Edmonton, AB Gibsons, BC Halifax, NS Hamilton, ON Kamloops, BC Kelowna, BC Kincardine, ON Ladysmith, BC Lethbridge, AB Lucan, ON Montreal, QC Nelson, BC Newmarket, ON Niagara Falls, ON North Bay, ON Ottawa, ON Parksville, BC Quebec City, QC Regina, SK Saguenay, QC Saint-Anaclet-de-lessard, QC Shediac, NB Sherbrooke, QC Summerside, PEI Toronto, ON Vancouver, BC Victoria, BC Whitby, ON Winnipeg, MB About Movember Movember is the leading global men's health charity, funding groundbreaking research and support programs in prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Since 2003, Movember has proudly powered over 1,300 projects worldwide, transforming the lives of boys, men and entire communities across the globe. About The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride unites classic and vintage motorcycle riders worldwide to raise funds and awareness for men's health. Founded in Sydney in 2012, DGR has since grown into a global movement, raising over CAD$62.1M for men's health initiatives. For more information, visit . A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
