GOING OUT: Raise money for cancer research at Terry Fox Run

Jay Asser 20:21 28/01/2017
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  • The event welcomes runners of all ability.

    The non-competitive event will take place on Friday, February 17 at Dubai Festival City and is held under the patronage of Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, in conjunction with the Terry Fox Foundation.

    This isn’t a race, but rather a run to support cancer research projects in the UAE and raise donations.

    It’s named after Terry Fox, a Canadian who was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 18. Admirably, Fox attempted to run across Canada raising money to fund cancer research in the hope that a cure would one day be found.

    Though Fox was unable to complete his ‘Marathon of Hope’ due to his condition and lost his life at 22, he left behind a legacy that has resonated and is cherished worldwide.

    In his memory, the Terry Fox Runs go from city to city across the world, such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE alone, raising over $650 million internationally. All proceeds are retained in the host country and go to recognised research institutions approved by the Terry Fox Foundation, as advised by The Terry Fox Research Institute.

    The Terry Fox Run first hit Dubai in 1994 and as it’s been from the start, the event remains organised by volunteers.

    HE Emmanuel Kamarianakis, Consul General of Canada in Dubai, said: “It is great to see the return of the Terry Fox Run to Dubai in 2017, Canada’s 150th anniversary year.

    How to get involved

    • What: Terry Fox Run
    • Where: Dubai Festival City
    • When: Friday, Feb 17 at 09:00
    • Contact: www.terryfoxdubai.com

    “Terry Fox began his run across Canada in 1980 in order to raise money for cancer research.  His remarkable efforts inspired people from around the world to participate in these runs and contribute in a meaningful way to our joint goal of eradicating cancer.”

    Whatever your age or level of physical ability, the run is inclusive for everyone and participants can choose to walk, run, cycle, roller blade or wheelchair the entire distance.

    While there is no registration fee, runners are encouraged to donate and purchase a Dubai Run t-shirt when signing up, which can be collected on February 10, 11 or 16 in Dubai Festival City.

    Following the 5km run, which begins at 09:00 on the day, there will be entertainment and snacks.

    Daniel Murphy, chair of the organising committee in Dubai, commented: “We are delighted to have the Terry Fox Run return to Dubai and are honoured to be supported by the Al Maktoum Foundation in our effort to fund cancer research projects in the UAE.”

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