Bob Shanks began fundraising for Canucks Autism Network (CAN) in 2012. Since then, he has become the most successful individual fundraiser in the organization's history.

Bob has single-handedly raised nearly $500,000 for the cause. In fact, Bob is only $29,970 away from hitting the mark, which he hopes to achieve by the end of his CAN Pro-Am fundraising. 

In 2021, his incredible efforts were featured in The Province. The following year, CAN re-named their Boardroom in Bob's honour.

His motivation? As an adult on the autism spectrum, Bob seeks to help those who share his diagnosis.

"It's all for the kids," you'll often hear Bob say. "I tell people my story and how the money helps."

Bob has more often than not been the Top Individual Fundraiser at past CAN Pro-Ams, and continutes to serve as the passionate coach and manager of Team Bob Shanks. You can find him behind the bench firing up his team in one of his signature suits. 

For his unparalleled fundraising efforts, Bob has earned the respect and admiration of not just the host of NHL Alumni, but the entire Canucks Autism Network community.

Will you help Bob reach his fundraising goal, and $500,000 raised for CAN in 2025?

All proceeds will support CAN initiatives province-wide, including sports & rec, social, life skills, mental health and employment programs for kids, youth & adults on the autism spectrum.