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Terrance Stanley "Terry" 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, he embarked on a cross-Canada run to raise money and awareness for cancer research. Although the spread of his cancer eventually forced him to end his quest after 143 days and 5,373 kilometres (3,339 mi), and ultimately cost him his life, his efforts resulted in a lasting, worldwide legacy. The annual Terry Fox Run, first held in 1981, has grown to involve millions of participants in over 60 countries and is now the world's largest one-day fundraiser for cancer research; over C$650 million has been raised in his name.
Fox was a distance runner and basketball player for his Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, high school and Simon Fraser University. His right leg was amputated in 1977 after he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, though he continued to run using an artificial leg. He also played wheelchair basketball in Vancouver, winning three national championships.
Actors: Christina Jennings (producer), Rick Cordeiro (actor), David Huband (actor), Shawn Ashmore (actor), Christina Jennings (producer), Shawn Ashmore (producer), Scott Garvie (producer), Catherine Disher (actress), Shannon Lawson (actress), Patrick Cassavetti (producer), Robert Carli (composer), Shauna MacDonald (actress), Gigi Morin (miscellaneous crew), Don McBrearty (director), David Fraser (actor),
Plot: "Terry" tells the story of 21-year old amputee Terry Fox who attempted to run across Canada with only one leg. Unfortunately, he only made it to Thunder Bay, Ontario when he died, one month before his 23nd birthday yet his memories will live on forever in the hearts of Canadians everywhere.
Keywords: amputee, athlete, based-on-true-story, canada, canadian, cancer, cancer-awareness, character-name-in-title, cross-country, fund-raiserActors: Robert Duvall (actor), Saul Rubinek (actor), Ron Wisman (editor), Chuck Shamata (actor), R.H. Thomson (actor), Matt Craven (actor), Bill Conti (composer), Alf Humphreys (actor), Patrick Watson (actor), Frank Adamson (actor), Rosalind Chao (actress), Bob Cooper (producer), Linda Kemp (costume designer), Michael Zelniker (actor), Elva Mai Hoover (actress),
Plot: Terry Fox has lost a leg to cancer. Frustrated with the lack of public support for or recognition of cancer victims and amputees, he sets himself the task of running across Canada to raise money for cancer research: his "Marathon of Hope".
Keywords: 1980s, amputation, amputee, artificial-leg, british-columbia, canada, canadian, cancer, cancer-research, cancer-walk(Viewing is intended for educational, historical and archival purposes only) The Terry Fox Story His courage made an entire nation stand up and cheer! On April 12, 1980, a brave young man who had lost his right leg dipped his artificial limb into the Atlantic Ocean off St. John's Newfoundland, and set off on a Marathon of Hope across Canada to raise money for cancer research - the disease he had been battled for three years. That summer, the young man hobbled triumphantly into Toronto, cheered by over 10,000 Canadians who had adopted the 22 year-old as a national hero. On September 1, after over 3,000 miles, he collapsed in Thunder Bay, Ontario and was hospitalized. The young runner, who died soon after, was Terry Fox. This is his fascinating story. Starring actor ROBERT DUVALL and ...
A video commemorating Terry Fox's cross Canada run to raise funds for cancer research using Stan Rogers' song Turnaround.
A new Heritage Minute on Terry Fox is set to debut, marking the 35th anniversary of Fox’s run. Scott Laurie reports on the making of it. Subscribe to CTV News to watch more videos: https://www.youtube.com/ctvnews Connect with CTV News: For the latest news visit: http://www.ctvnews.ca/ For a full video offering visit the CTV News Network: http://www.ctvnews.ca/video CTV News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CTVNews CTV News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CTVNews Watch CTV News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WatchCTVNews CTV News on Google+: https://plus.google.com/+CTVNews/posts CTV News on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ctvnews/ CTV News on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ctvnews CTV News on Vine: https://vine.co/u/1134196353757794304 --- CTV News is Canada's mo...
In this National "Look Back" we revisit the remarkable story of Terry Fox, whose Marathon of Hope captured the country's attention and continues to inspire Canadians.
Terry Fox inspires the nation with his Marathon of Hope, a cross-country run to raise money for cancer research. (1980) Terry Fox Heritage Minute
A documentary on Terry Fox who inspired a nation with his run across Canada in 1980 called the Marathon of Hope.
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hugo-van-damme-sports/1462113164037427 Terrance Stanley «Terry» Fox (28 de julio de 1958 – 28 de junio de 1981) fue un deportista y activista canadiense en pro de la investigación contra el cáncer.
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This is truly amazing an inspiring interview days before Terry's Marathon of Hope.
terry fox interview:)
On September 30th, Quebec City's St-Patrick's High School will be holding their annual fundraising event to help the Terry Fox Foundation in their ongoing effort to fund cancer research. We at NMNM Création Image & Son are proud to help spread the word with our efforts in making this promotional video.
The Terry Fox Run is a non-competitive event where people get together as individuals, families, and groups to raise money for cancer research in Terry's name. Help Sherwood Park keep alive his dream of finding a cure for cancer. Local volunteer organizer Mark Hamley explains how people can get involved. Sherwood Ford, located in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada, is your first choice for the best selection of new and used Ford cars, trucks, and SUVs. Looking for a used Ford? Find your Certified Pre-Owned Ford car, truck, or SUV for under $10,000 at Sherwood Ford. Come to Sherwood Ford for some of the greatest deals around Edmonton and the surrounding areas. Sherwood Ford is you best choice for new and used Ford vehicles in the Edmonton, Alberta, Canada area. Our staff is ready to get you i...
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