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Oakville woman prepares for ride of her life by Scott Stewart Oakville Beaver Staff 9 | Friday, October 4, 2013 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Oakville resident Melinda Clarke is in for the ride of her life. Clarke will join two dozen other riders on a 3,000-km bike ride headed to Austin, Texas, Oct. 11-20, to raise money for the Wellspring Cancer Support Network. "Everyone on the ride has been touched by cancer or is connected to Wellspring in some way," said Clarke. "There's a real sense of community." The Oakville resident, 46, first became involved with Wellspring Halton/Peel and its Birmingham Gilgan House a decade ago after losing her father, Gordon Clarke to lung cancer. "I remember when it was a tiny little house, and I had no idea what it would transform into. It now has the capability to help so many more patients and families. I'm so proud to be part of the organization." Clarke was at Wellspring, where she has been volunteering in the office, at the time details for the fundraising ride were being discussed. She immediately thought of friends, avid cyclists, who might be interested in participating, but decided to make the ride herself -- for her dad and for her friend Patrick Guran, who died in early September. "I thought I'd volunteer to be a rider, and when I went to the orientation evening, I see Sunday on p.22 Melinda Clarke Shhhh... Oakville's Best Kept Secret. A STEP BEYOND IN CARE DO YOU HAVE: Salima Kassam Reg. Chiropodist 14kt yellow, white and rose gold pave set with; 6.64ct., 414 brilliant cut diamonds., SI2-I1, G-H, (Gemscan Replacement Value $15,600) You can have this one only, for $7,800* · Foot/Arch Pain? · Ingrown Toenails? · Diabetes? · Swollen Ankles? · Corns, Calluses? The Highest Quality, The Lowest Price. Guaranteed. CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 905-632-1414 728 Burloak Drive www.footandhealthclinic.com 309 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville 905.339.7604 · www.omnijewelcrafters.com *Subject to prior sale and may be terminated at any time. The Educational Journey of Lifetime Premier independent all-girls' school Preschool to Grade 12 St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School is more than just a school without boys. The teaching practices used by our highly qualified and passionate teachers are informed by current research about girls' unique needs and learning styles.Our programs are developed specifically for girls, helping them become the incredible women of tomorrow. Your Daughter Will Benefit From: · High Calibre Teachers · Global Learning Opportunities · Co-Curricular Experiences · Life-long friendships · Small Class Sizes · Technology-Infused Curriculum · Premier Campus & Facilities Open House: October 26th and January 25th Busing available. See website for details. Accredited Independent Schools Give Your Daughter The Educational Journey of Her Lifetime. For more information visit www.smls.on.ca or book a tour by calling 905-845-2386. 1080 Linbrook Road, Oakville, Ontario L6J 2L1 · Tel: 905-845-2386 · info@smls.on.ca · www.smls.on.ca Charitable Registration # 11919 1963 RR0001