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CTV News
10 hours ago
- Health
- CTV News
Cross-country Ride of Hope reaches Winnipeg, over $900K raised so far
The National Ride of Hope reached Winnipeg with a police escort on June 19, 2025. (Jamie Dowsett/CTV News Winnipeg) A cross-country cycling trip to raise funds for cancer research reached Winnipeg on Thursday—having raised hundreds of thousands of dollars along the way. The National Ride of Hope commemorates the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope, raising funds for the Terry Fox Foundation to support life-saving cancer research. Led by Darrell Fox, Terry's younger brother, the group of eight cyclists left Vancouver, B.C. on June 9 and intends to ride roughly 7,000 kilometres over 32 days to St. John's, N.L. Darrell, who grew up in Winnipeg, said that it's exciting and a tad emotional to return to his hometown, speaking to CTV News at Assiniboine Park. 'To make it here and to get this warm reception here is absolutely wonderful,' he said. Darrell said the bike ride is 'easy' compared to his brother's marathon by foot, but added that there's still work do to in the fight against cancer. Darrell Fox Darrell Fox, the younger brother of Terry Fox, said cancer research has come a long way since the 1980 Marathon of Hope. (Jamie Dowsett/CTV News Winnipeg) As of Thursday, the National Ride of Hope has raised over $900,000, nearing in on the goal of raising $1 million. The Marathon of Hope began in 1980 after Terry was diagnosed with bone cancer and decided to run across Canada to raise funds for cancer research. Terry ran from St. John's, N.L. on an artificial leg to just outside Thunder Bay, Ont., where he was forced to stop after cancer appeared in his lungs. He passed away from cancer nine months later on June 28, 1981. 'We've come a long way in the last 45 years in terms of finding the answers to the disease that is cancer,' said Darrell. 'If Terry was diagnosed with Osteogenic Sarcoma today, he'd likely live. That can't change history for me, but it's certainly changing what could happen in the future, and that's what Terry wanted us to do.' On July 10, the group plans to arrive in St. John's, N.L. where Terry began his marathon by dipping his artificial leg in the Atlantic Ocean. The Terry Fox Foundation has since raised more than $900 million and funded 1,300 innovative cancer research projects, according to a media release. Donations to the National Ride of Hope in support of cancer research can be made online.
CTV News
3 days ago
- Sport
- CTV News
‘An epic journey': Cyclists riding across Canada in honour of Terry Fox
The National Ride of Hope Peloton is being done in honour of the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope A group of eight cyclists are crossing the country to raise funds for cancer research. The 'National Ride of Hope Peloton' is also honouring the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope. 'The more money we collect will continue to fund research, in hopes of what Terry was going after in 1980, the cure for cancer,' said Adam Belanger, a member of the cyclist team. The team plans to cross Canada in 32 days, riding 220 kilometers a day, scheduled to end in Newfoundland July 10th. The team crossed Saskatchewan Monday, making stops in Swift Current, Moose Jaw, Regina and Carlyle. Terry's brother Darrell is among the eight cyclists taking part in the ride. He says it is a daunting challenge, but it needed to be in honour of the original marathon and what his brother accomplished. 'He proved to us that limitations are self-imposed. That is something we have learned from the last 45 years,' said Fox. Terry Fox began the Marathon of Hope April 12, 1980 with the goal to raise $1 million for cancer research. Since then, runs across the country have been held in Fox's honour, raising more than $850 million. 'It's an epic journey that we're on,' said Belanger. 'Obviously the physical effort, but there are far harder journeys that people go through when it comes to cancer.' 'The more that we can get behind the efforts of curing cancer, that will really show our heart,' he added.
Cision Canada
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Cision Canada
Darrell Fox Leads Group of Cyclists in Ride Across Canada to raise $1M for Cancer Research on the National Ride of Hope Français
In honour of the 45th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope, the group will cycle more than 7000 kilometres in support of the Terry Fox Foundation TORONTO, May 20, 2025 /CNW/ - On June 9, a group of dedicated cyclists, including Darrell Fox, Terry's younger brother, will set off on the National Ride of Hope; a 7,000-kilometre journey from Vancouver to St. John's to commemorate the 45th anniversary of Terry's iconic Marathon of Hope. Inspired by Terry's unwavering strength and courage, these riders will push themselves to the limit, both physically and mentally, to complete this 32-day journey in pursuit of realizing Terry's dream of a world without cancer. The National Ride of Hope has set a goal of raising $1 million for the Terry Fox Foundation which will support finishing Terry's fight against cancer and help to usher in a new era of cancer research with the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network. "Every kilometre we ride is a tribute to Terry's relentless determination," said Darrell Fox, Terry's younger brother and Senior Advisor at the Terry Fox Research Institute. "Just like Terry's Marathon of Hope, and his timeless vision, this journey is focused solely on raising funds to eradicate cancer through research." The Ride of Hope began in 2015 when Darrell Fox, an avid cyclist, challenged a small group to ride 350 kilometres to Mount Terry Fox in British Columbia to honour the Marathon of Hope's 35th anniversary. That initiative sparked a growing movement of cycling fundraisers that now take part annually across the country and have since raised over a million dollars for cancer research. Starting on June 9, the National Ride will set off from Vancouver and will be welcomed in dozens of communities, both large and small, as it makes its way across Canada. Throughout the Ride of Hope, celebrations and local events are scheduled to take place in a handful of communities including Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Regina, Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Ottawa, and St. John's. The Ride will conclude in St. John's, Newfoundland, on July 10, at the exact spot where Terry set out on his iconic Marathon of Hope 45 years ago. As the Ride of Hope stops in towns across Canada, community members are welcome to show their support through a handful of community events at select stops or by contributing to the fundraiser. You can find more details about where the group will be visiting or how to donate at In addition to the National Ride of Hope, there will be 14 local Ride of Hope events taking place across Canada this summer in support of the Terry Fox Foundation. No matter your previous cycling experience, anyone of any ability is welcome to participate in a Ride of Hope. To show your support or participate in a local Ride of Hope event in your area, visit About The Terry Fox Foundation The Terry Fox Foundation honours the vision and spirit of an iconic Canadian while raising critical funds for cancer research. As a leading national charitable organization, the Terry Fox Foundation plays a vital role in building community, engaging more than 20,000 passionate volunteers and 3.5 million students in nearly 10,000 annual fundraising events across the country. People around the world of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities have been inspired by Terry's enduring legacy. Through the generous support of our donors, partners, and volunteers, the Terry Fox Foundation has raised more than $950 million and funded over 1,300 innovative cancer research projects, bringing hope and health to millions of Canadians. Visit for more information and to learn how you can help take Terry's Marathon of Hope across the finish line.
