Kincardine Terry Fox Run raises more than $14,500

It was a perfect day to enjoy the 36th annual Terry Fox Run in Kincardine, as about 100 participants raised more than $14,500 for the Terry Fox Foundation.

Warm weather and a bright, blue sky helped make this run one of the nicest in recent years, with no hats, mitts or coats required, said organizing committee member Jane Benny.

People of all ages gathered at the Davidson Centre, Kincardine, to honour Terry Fox and keep his dream alive.

 

MC Mike Brough kept the crowd entertained and motivated with his lively music and charming voice. Committed volunteers looked after the registration table, refreshments, and memory table and sold T-shirts. 

 

Student volunteers Sarah Hobbs, Paige Santha, Brenna Calcutt and Jacob Sylvester of Kincardine District Secondary School expressed their artistic skills as they painted faces for the young and young-at-heart. The Kinetic Knights Team 781 manned the water stations. The dedicated volunteers, loyal supporters and participants make the run a success every year!

 

Benney welcomed and acknowledged all the participants, sponsors, clubs, associations and media who support this event year after year. Kincardine mayor Anne Eadie gave a warm welcome to the crowd and spoke of Terry Fox, his goal, his journey and his legacy. As the participants readied for the run, Katie Costello led the lively group in an energetic warm-up.

 

The commemorative walk around the track was led by the Kincardine Scottish Pipe Band, Blinky and the Kinetic Knights Team 781. Kruz (Andy Kruzynski) then took the lead in his commemorative police car bearing the Terry Fox flag, as participants took to the streets on either the five-kilometre or 10-kilometre route.

"We have yet to conquer cancer, but the movement Terry started is making a difference and gives a positive outlook on the fight," said Benney. "Participation builds awareness, awareness builds hope, hope builds knowledge; with knowledge, we will find a cure!

"Everyone who participated has contributed to Terry’s legacy. Compassion, a sense of community, and dedication allow Terry’s legacy to flourish, strengthen and grow. Today, we made a difference and kept Terry's’s dream alive. The spirit of Terry Fox has a home in the community of Kincardine."