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August 25, 2008
 On Saturday,
August 23, thousands gathered to take in the sights and sounds
of Motors & Muscles, a popular event in support of the
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation and presented
by Thunder Bay Insurance.
The event featured a Strong Man competition, in which competitors
tackled weight lifting, throws, 750 lbs-tire flipping and
other physically demanding tasks. The firstplace winner of
the Strong Man competition was Jeff Vanco.
In the Biker Games, teams of two demonstrated their biking
skills, balance, steering precision at slow speeds, and overall
coordination. Mandie Ciotucha and Frank Muzzi earned top marks
in the Biker Games.
At approximately 11:00 pm, the Motors & Muscles raffle
grand prize draw took place. Ryan Remenda is the proud new
owner of a 2008 Harley Davidson FLHR Road King, valued at
$24,492.
Overall, approximately $45,000 (net) was raised in support
of excellence in cardiac care for the people of Northwestern
Ontario. Proceeds will help to purchase the medical equipment
required for a second Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Thunder
Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, expanding the number
of angioplasties performed each year from 250 to over 500.
Without the second Lab, hundreds of cardiac patients will
still be required to travel to centres outside of our region
to receive angioplasty services.
Motors & Muscles presenting sponsor David Baxter of Thunder
Bay Insurance applauds the community for ensuring the success
of the unique event. “It is vital to the people of our
community that angioplasty is accessible when it’s needed
most,” he says. “As a local business, we chose
to lend our support to this important cause and are thrilled
that so many others contributed by participating.”
As event Chair and member of the Health Sciences Foundation
board, John Trevisanutto praises the many sponsors and volunteers
who made the third annual Motors & Muscles a reality.
“When the second Cardiac Catheterization Lab is built
and 500 patients are able access angioplasty close to home,
the individuals involved in this event can take pride in knowing
they helped make it possible,” he says.
Motors & Muscles supports of the Northern Cardiac Fund
of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation. 100%
of funds raised remain in Northwestern Ontario.
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