More than 21-thousand dollars has been raised during this year’s Orillia Terry Fox Run.
Merchandise sales are still being tallied from yesterday’s run and final totals are not yet available, but the event is being considered a huge success.
“Despite the pandemic and the fourth wave keeping us from gathering at Terry Fox Circle for a second year, it was a great day for cancer research,” says Run organizer Alison Stoneman. “We’ve found ways to generate much-needed research dollars, including an online auction that featured about 40 items generously donated by area individuals and businesses.” Local organizers have also been testing one of 10 ‘tip-tap’ machines that allow on the spot donations via debit and credit cards. The Water Store on James Street in Orillia will host the tip-tap device until Saturday, September 25th.
The virtual version of the annual event kicked off Sunday afternoon with Opening Ceremonies on the Orillia Terry Fox Run YouTube channel, complete with messages from local dignitaries, two cancer survivors and the traditional rousing warm-up.
Commemorative 2021 t-shirts bearing a design created by two Metis artists in British Columbia are still available for purchase while supplies last, with sizes ranging from Youth to XXL. Those requiring certificates and participant stickers can also contact the organizing committee.
Terry Fox virtual Runs were also held at most locations across Canada. School runs will be held later this month; days and times to be finalized by schools.
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