2012 Terry Fox Run
As patron of the Terry Fox Foundation, His Excellency participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony to kick off the 2012 Terry Fox run, in Ottawa, alongside Dr. Victor Ling, President and Scientific Director, Terry Fox Research Institute (left) and Mr. Darrell Fox, brother of the late Terry Fox (right).
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As patron of the Terry Fox Foundation, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, participated in the 2012 Terry Fox Run in Ottawa. Upon his arrival Carleton University's Anniversary Park, the Governor General was greeted by Mr. Darrell Fox, brother of the late Terry Fox.
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Before the run, Mr. Darrell Fox read a passage from his brother's book. The Terry Fox Foundation maintains the vision and principles of Terry Fox while raising money for cancer research through the annual Terry Fox Run, National School Run Day and other fundraising initiatives.
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The Governor General also addressed all participants. He was pleased to show his support and participate in the Terry Fox Run. He strongly believes in the importance of building a smart and caring nation, and in the benefits of physical fitness. He shares these values with his family.
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His Excellency took part in the warm-up exercises.
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To date, the Foundation has raised over $600 million for cancer research worldwide.
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His Excellency ran with his daughter Sharon and his grand-daughter.
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