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Terrance Stanley Fox CC OD (July 28, 1958 – June 28, 1981) was a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist. In 1980, with one leg having been amputated due to cancer, he embarked on an east-to-west cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research.
Learn about Terry Fox, the Canadian hero who ran across the country to raise funds for cancer research. Discover his story, his legacy and how you can join the Terry Fox Run.
Jul 28, 2010 · Terry Fox, Canadian activist who became a national hero and an inspirational figure for his battle against cancer. Through his Marathon of Hope event, a race across Canada, he raised millions of dollars for cancer research before his death in 1981.
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May 26, 2008 · Learn about Terry Fox, the athlete and humanitarian who ran across Canada to raise money for cancer research after losing his leg to the disease. Discover his early life, diagnosis, surgery, rehabilitation, Marathon of Hope and legacy.
Sep 19, 2010 · A look back at the life and journey of Terry Fox, a Canadian hero.Updated in 2021: More than $850M has now been raised in Terry's name.
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Terry Fox was a Canadian hero who ran across the country to raise funds for cancer research. Join the annual Terry Fox Run on September 15 and support his legacy of hope and courage.
Sep 18, 2020 · Fred Fox shares his memories of his brother's 1980 run across Canada to raise money for cancer research. He says Canadians have kept Terry's dream alive for 40 years and have raised over $800 million for the cause.
