They began their efforts in April and on September 29, students at Terry Fox Elementary in Pierrefonds, Que., Walked or ran more than 8,000 kilometers, more than the distance across Canada from east to west, on behalf of the legendary Canadian marathoner. . .
The work they did certainly paid off. The school raised $ 30,120 in cancer research funding in honor of Terry Fox’s legacy.
“There is a bit of Terry Fox in all of them. Terry was all about never giving up and helping others and these students have really shown that today with their incredible fundraising, “Peter Sheremeta, director of the Provincial Terry Fox Foundation, told Global News.
One of those who ran alongside the students is Eddie Nolan, a marathoner and cancer survivor.
“A boy like Terry Fox gave his life for others. For the betterment of others. That’s a hero, ”Nolan told Global News.
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Terry Fox ran more than half the country in 1980, hoping to raise $ 1.00 from every Canadian for cancer research in what was called the Marathon of hope. Fox was forced to abandon his endeavor after the cancer spread to his lungs.
To date, the legacy of their efforts has raised more than $ 850 million.
“It has made a huge difference. We have really been able to take advantage of cancer research and make a lot of advances, ”Sheremeta said.
Terry Fox Elementary principal is delighted that the school is named after the legend.
“We are so fortunate to have our school’s name as such an amazing role model for our children. Everything Terry Fox has done is a learning moment for our children, ”Douglas Stewart told Global News.
The student fundraising efforts were a life lesson that goes far beyond the classroom.
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