1.2M views · 92 reactions | 45 years ago, Terry Fox started a marathon against cancer. Today, you can help finish it. Join us on September 14 for the 45th annual #TerryFoxRun in support of cancer research. Fundraise and donate at terryfox.org | The Terry Fox Foundation | Facebook

A closer look at the #TerryFoxRun on Confederation Bridge! 🙌 Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers and thousands of supporters who made this unforgettable 45th anniversary event possible. With your support, over $850,000 was raised to fund innovative cancer research across Canada. 🇨🇦 Terry started a marathon against cancer. Together, we can finish it. ❤️ | The Terry Fox Foundation

Sept 1, 1980: Terry Fox is forced to end the Marathon of Hope After 143 days and 5,373 kilometres that saw Terry Fox fight through bad weather, exhuastion, agony, and an initial lack of public support, the 21-year-old made the difficult decision to end his marathon across Canada after cancer spread to his lungs. | CBC