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MEGABike returns to Regina's downtown to raise money for good cause
The MEGABike made its way through Regina's downtown on Wednesday to raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters. (Damian Smith / CTV News)
A unique way of transportation brought itself to downtown Regina this week to raise money for a good cause.
On Wednesday, From 12 p.m. to 7p.m., a 30-seat bicycle called MEGABike made its return to the area with a 2.5 kilometre ride through Regina's downtown core.
Organized by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Regina, MEGABike's services were available to raise funds to help children and youth facing adversities, providing them with reliable mentors in the city.
Single tickets were also sold, but some corporations took advantage of this opportunity to create camaraderie.
'We are certainly pretty proud of this as a team building activity for corporate,' said Amy Mohr, the director of development and communications for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
'We also do have some folks that have just raised money, independently from their families and friends and coworkers to jump on the bike, so every dollar makes a big difference. We're very grateful to everybody for coming out today,' she added.
As of Wednesday before the fundraiser, 49 children were waiting for mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters. An estimate of $25,000 was raised throughout the day.
