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Stevens grew Sun Youth out of a handwritten newspaper he created with his friend Earl De La Perralle when they were 13 and 9, respectively.

Awarded every year since 1984, 100 bikes are given out to children ages 5 to 17 who show exceptional courage in difficult situations or whose actions have had…

Sun Youth’s 37th Annual Bike distribution took place June 19 at the Howie Morenz Arena on Querbes, during which 90 youngsters “who stood out by their good deeds or who have shown extraordinary courage when facing exceptional circumstances,” were rewarded. Eleven other youngsters were rewarded at an event in May. The event was launched in 1984 thanks to the financial support of philanthropist Avi Morrow, who chose to remain anonymous during his lifetime and was known to the genera...

  Since 1984, the event has been made possible through the support of philanthropist Avi Morrow. To celebrate his birthday, Morrow would selflessly give away new bikes, helmets, and locks to deserving children served by Sun Youth.Thanks to Morrow, over 1900 bikes have been distributed. Sadly, Avi Morrow passed away in 2019. But to pay tribute to Morrow and his generosity, this year’s event will celebrate his life.   At Jarry Park (at the corner of Gary Carter and Saint-Laurent), ever...