Terry Fox Run set for Sunday
By Lethbridge Herald on September 14, 2023.
Forty-three years after Terry Fox dipped his prosthetic leg into the Atlantic Ocean on a chilly April morning and started his Marathon of Hope, his legacy is still honoured and remembered by Canadians across the country.Fox never knew the impact he would have on Canada and how many people he inspired.
Terry’s mission continues with hundreds of Terry Fox Runs, thousands of school Runs, and millions of supporters across Canada and in more than 20 countries around the world.
When Terry stopped running, people started writing. Terry and his family received thousands of letters filled with support and encouragement. This year, the Terry Fox Foundation has asked Canadians to write to Terry. Already they have received countless postcards and messages on social media from Canadians thanking Terry for his courage and sharing their own very personal stories.
Lethbridge’s run will be held Sunday starting at the Legacy Park picnic shelter after a short welcoming ceremony. Registration starts at 10 a.m.
Terry Fox had one goal: a world without cancer. You can help make his dream a reality by registering to fundraise for cancer research at https://run.terryfox.ca/lethbridge
As a leading national charitable organization, the Terry Fox Foundation also plays a vital role in building community. Each year, Terry’s vision is supported by more than 20,000 passionate volunteers and 3.5 million students in nearly 10,000 annual fundraising events across the country.
People around the world of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities have been inspired by Terry’s enduring legacy. Through the generous support of our donors, partners, and volunteers, the Terry Fox Foundation has raised more than $850 million and funded 1,300 innovative cancer research projects. 2
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