Terry Fox Week — September 11 to 19, 2023

WHEREAS On April 12, 1980, Terry Fox undertook his Marathon of Hope, moved by his experience in the cancer ward where a few children had given up on the hope of a cure; and

WHEREAS 2023 is the 43^rd Anniversary of the Terry Fox Run for cancer research that has raised more than $850 Million, across Canada, and in over 50 countries throughout the world; and

WHEREAS As Terry said, "I want to set an example that will never be forgotten. It's got to keep going without me"; and

WHEREAS The Terry Fox Run will take place on Sunday, September 17, 2023, in Jubilee Park. This event gives Stony Plain an opportunity to be involved in the efforts to find a cure for cancer, a disease whose devastating effects have been felt by so many people. As Terry said, "The answer is to try and help others".

THEREFORE, I, William Choy, Mayor of the Town of Stony Plain, do hereby proclaim September 11 to September 19, 2023 as Terry Fox Week.

Dated this September 11, 2023.

Mayor William Choy
Town of Stony Plain