The Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock is travelling through the Comox Valley on Wednesday as its 14-day journey down Vancouver Island continues.

The team began its approximately 1,200-kilometre ride in Port Alice on Saturday.

Since then, the riders have travelled through Port Hardy, Port McNeill, Woss and Sayward before arriving in Campbell River on Tuesday.

The riders are back on the road this morning, travelling south from Campbell River through Black Creek before reaching Courtenay and Comox.

Residents are encouraged to watch for the team and cheer on the riders as they pass through local communities.

This year’s team brings together police officers, firefighters, paramedics, military personnel and community riders.

Among those completing the full Island journey are two participants from our region, Jordan Koster of the Courtenay RCMP and Campbell River community rider Lacey Emery.

Tour de Rock raises money for the Canadian Cancer Society’s work supporting children and families affected by cancer.

Donations help fund pediatric cancer research and programs such as Camp Goodtimes, which provides recreational experiences for children and families facing cancer.

This year’s Tour de Rock is aiming to raise $1 million for pediatric cancer research and support programs, including Camp Goodtimes.

The ride has raised more than $58 million over its history.

The riders will leave Courtenay on Thursday and continue south through Union Bay, Qualicum Beach and Parksville.

From there, the journey will carry on through communities across central and southern Vancouver Island.

The annual ride concludes October 2 in Victoria.

To follow the tour or make a donation, visit Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock.