The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board is being recognized by the Terry Fox Foundation for hosting successful Runs in 2019.
Across the board, more than $23,000 was raised last year.
Valleyview Public in Kenora was the top school at almost $2,900.
Overall, KPDSB schools have raised over $500,000 over the course of the cancer research fundraiser
Lillian Berg School in Vermilion Bay has brought in the most overall with over $72,000 across 35 runs at the school.
2020 marks the 40th anniversary of Terry’s Run and despite uncertain times board officials say “While we know it’ll look different, our schools look forward to participating in events once again!”
Here is the letter to the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board from the Terry Fox Foundation:
Ms. Sherri-Lynne Pharand
Director of Education
Keewatin-Patricia District School Board
Dear Sherri-Lynne,
Good news is something to celebrate. The results from our 2019 Terry Fox School Run are in and we are pleased to announce that Keewatin-Patricia District School Board’s family of schools raised an incredible $23,259.05 for cancer research. A detailed donation report is attached for your viewing. We really can’t thank you enough for support of The Terry Fox Foundation, helping us make great strides in the fight against cancer.
In 1980, Terry Fox set out on a mission to transform his dream, to find a cure for cancer, into reality. It takes enormous strength to conquer an obstacle as big as cancer. Terry never faltered in his determination and perseverance and we are honoured to see Keewatin-Patricia District School Board’s family of schools bring the same strength and spirit to this fight. For 40 years, Terry Foxers have amazed us with their passion, raising over $800 million dollars for cancer research. These vital funds are accelerating precision medicine approaches and connecting field researchers in ways never thought possible under the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres network.
As we approach the 40th anniversary of Terry’s Run, in this uncertain time, we hope you will take inspiration from Terry’s shining example of hope, resilience, and determination. The road ahead may be unknown and unlike any we have ever been on, but together, we will take it one step at a time – just as Terry did.
