Terry Fox's 30th Anniversary of the Marathon of Hope
This
marks the 30th Anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope. On Sept.
19th people from all across Canada will have an opportunity to continue
Terry's legacy of raising funds to find a cure for cancer. To date over
$500 million (CDN$) has been raised.
In the U.S., Canadian expats have
organized Terry Fox Runs in New
York City and Raleigh. On Sept. 28th, ESPN will air a film about Terry, 'Into the Wind',
directed by Canadian Steve Nash.
As a tribute to Terry,
the Canadian Expat Network has interviewed a number of people who played
vital roles in this Great Canadian Story. This week you can read about Darryl
Sittler (one of Terry's heroes), Judith Fox- Alder
(Terry's sister), Bill Vigars (PR
& friend) and updates from the Terry Fox Research
Institute (TFRI).
In the next 2 weeks,
there will be additional coverage, that includes stories from Isadore
Sharp (Founder of the Terry Fox Run and Four Season's Hotel), Leslie
Scrivener (Author of Terry's book and Toronto Star reporter), Gail
Harvey (photographer) and more from Judith Fox-Alder and TFRI.: Interview with Terry Fox hero, Maple Leaf great Darryl
Sittler.
Judith Fox-Alder Interview: Terry's sister, and International Director of the Terry Fox Foundation, shares stories and pictures.
Bill Vigars shares stories from the Marathon of Hope: Responsible for tour PR, discusses the fun that was had on Terry's journey.
Terry Fox, A Legend who transformed cancer research in Canada: News from the Terry Fox Research Institute.
CEN Survey: Have you ever participated in a Terry Fox Run?
Other News & Stories:Site Changes, Letter from CEN President: Update on website changes and upcoming topics.
Grilled cheese get deluxe makeover: Rita DeMontis shares an old time favourite.
University of Manitoba Professors are Award Winners:
NHL Alumni Week 2010: Upcoming events that include a golf tournament and dinner honoring Montreal Canadien great Guy Lafleur.
18th Annual Canadian Universities Alumni Reception: Great event in New York.
Canadian Favourites 'Back to School': Peanut free items.
Why $2K?- President Signs Bill to Increase H-1B Filings: Murali Bashyam explores the impact of this bill.
Calendar of EventsPictures from All-Canada University Event in Washington, DCCanada-US Trade Conference InterviewsCEN Newsletter Archive
