Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope

Friday, April 12th marks the 33rd anniversary of Terry Fox dipping his foot into the Atlantic Ocean and starting off on his remarkable Marathon of Hope. 

Terry Fox ran 42 km for 143 days, a total of 5,373 kilometres, before having to end his Marathon of Hope due to the return of his cancer. 

What Terry Fox inspired activity are YOU doing this weekend to mark April 12th ~ go for a walk with your family, help someone out, share your feelings about Terry on social media or make a donation online or text to donate using terryfox to 45678…

Share what you are doing to honour our Canadian hero’s remarkable journey by clicking on → Comments below Terry Fox & you’ll be entered to win a prize!

Congratulations Nelson students on continuing to be active and helpful members of our community!      Miss Watt

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