The Terry Fox Run will make a comeback at the Confederation Bridge this Sunday after a ten-year absence. Thousands of participants will walk or run across the bridge to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope. Fred Fox, Terry’s elder sibling and Terry Fox Foundation’s supporter relations manager, emphasized Terry’s wish for others to continue his legacy.
The Confederation Bridge will be closed from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Check-in commences at 6 a.m., with the full 13-kilometer run starting at 8:00 a.m. and shorter distances at 8:15 a.m. Participants can choose to start from either end of the bridge and shuttles will be available to transport them. The last shuttle from P.E.I. departs at 7:30 a.m.
Originally planned for 2020 but canceled due to the pandemic, the Terry Fox Run’s return is eagerly anticipated. The event, which is a fundraiser for cancer research akin to Terry’s original mission, began on April 12, 1980, in St. John’s, N.L. Terry’s journey came to an end near Thunder Bay, Ont., where he had to halt due to the spread of his cancer, leading to his passing on June 28, 1981.
Fox emphasized the significance of fundraising for cancer research, echoing Terry’s intention when he first embarked on the Marathon of Hope. The Terry Fox Foundation has already received $590,000 towards its $645,000 target. Advance registration is mandatory for the event, with a participant limit of 10,000, of which over 7,000 have already registered.
Fred Fox expressed his excitement for the event, anticipating an emotional and inspirational day with the potential participation of 10,000 individuals. The event is set to be a remarkable occasion, uniting the provinces in honor of Terry’s vision.
