According to the Terry Fox Foundation, about $20 million dollars is raised annually to support leading-edge cancer research through the Terry Fox Research Institute, supporting science-based work in labs, clinics and hospitals across Canada.
The foundation states more than $900 million has been raised worldwide toward its cause for cancer research.
Fox, who grew up in Port Coquitlam, had his right leg amputated to help prevent the spread of bone cancer, inspiring him to launch his Marathon of Hope in April 1980 in Newfoundland.
When cancer spread to his lungs nearly five months later, Fox was forced to stop his inspiring journey near Thunder Bay, Ont.
Fox died on June 28, 1981 at the age of 22 after running nearly 5,400 kilometers to raise awareness and money for cancer research.
Parksville’s Terry Fox Run happens from 10 a.m. to noon at Rathtrevor Provincial Park, with on-site registration opening at 9 a.m.
Ladysmith’s event goes at 11 a.m. at Frank Jameson Community Centre with registration coordinated online.
Gabriola Island’s Terry Fox Run starts at 11 a.m. (registration at 10 a.m.) at Xwcumi:lucun (Twin Beaches)
Online donations to the Terry Fox Foundation be made here.
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