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An inspirational photo that tells us not to mourn, but to look at what he has done for us despite his tragedy.

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At the Scarborough Civic Center in Toronto.

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Terry Fox has been extremely successful in creating positive change. Not only has he helped create greater understanding and support for Cancer patients, research, and people in general with disabilities, he has also given millions of people hope and motivation.  Terry Fox made such a great impact when he was alive, that he continues to create change and be an inspiration to many individuals decades later. His success is justifiable not only through the large amounts of money that he has helped raise, but also through those that he has been able to help, and the long-lasting impact that he has had. The change that Terry Fox has created is evident through the many streets and schools that are named after him, the Cancer foundations and awards that have been created in his name, and the hope that he passed on to others.  Each year, many individuals participate in a Terry Fox run/walk, to help raise money and awareness in support of Cancer research and those affected by Cancer. Agents of change are not always immediate, and the individual/organization can still inspire others to try to make a change and those other people can have ideas that will spread the word better and more effectively.

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What Has Changed Since Terry First Took Action?

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What Has Changed Since Terry First Took Action?

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To begin, Terry has made an enormous impact in advancements to Cancer research. He has raised over $750 million through the Terry Fox Foundation and other organizations, which is a great amount of money considering he continues to receive donations decades after he has passed away. This just shows how much of an influence he had, and continues to have on many individuals around the world. He has demonstrated perseverance, determination, and the message that if we can pursue something that can do some good in the world, then pursue it. Secondly, thanks to Terry Fox, there have been findings in how to treat Cancer. Although the treatments are not always 100 percent effective, they still bring benefits to families and patients, and can reduce the chance of death, or having to remove a part of the body the way Terry was forced to do.

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Terry ran what is known as the Marathon of Hope. The Marathon of Hope's main objective was to raise money to go towards Cancer research. The main forms of action that Terry used to create change is through donations, and communication. The action of donation was seen from people willingly showing their support to the Terry Fox Foundation/Organization that would go straight towards Cancer research, and Terry nor his crew would keep any of it. People are still donating to the organization because there is a Terry Fox Run held all over the world where people can donate money and also run a marathon, to support Cancer research and show that they care. The act of Terry running the marathon was the form of communication that brought change. People around the world saw a man running across the second largest country in the world with one real and one prosthetic leg, and wondered "why?". After seeing Terry, they may begin to do some research, and find out that it was from Cancer, and realize that if there was more knowledge about Cancer, then maybe there would've been more resources to help him. Another form of communication that was shown was Terry actually giving speeches in towns and cities to the public about the Marathon of Hope and his goal. His speeches provided inspiration for people to have hope and determination within their own lives and goals.

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On July 28, 1958, a boy was born and went by the name Terrance Stanley Fox. Terry lived in Winnipeg, Manitoba with his large family of six. Said family included his older brother, Fred, two younger siblings, Darrell and Judith and parents, Betty and Rolly. Even as a small child people noticed he was persistent, and driven by the hunger to succeed. Terry was a good kid, he was raised well, and put lots of effort into everything he did. He had good manners and didn't care what others said to/about him; he did what he felt was best. Middle school is where Terry first began cross-country running, but that came to a temporary halt when he graduated. When high school came, Terry pursued sports like basketball. He wasn't the best player on the team in the beginning but still showed up to practice and games no matter what his parents advised or what sickness he was fighting. As his time in secondary school progressed, and as he racked up hours upon hours of hard work for basketball, he saw himself slowly work his way up to the starting lineup. He never stopped trying in the things he loved. When it came to academics, his mother wanted to see him do well in that area too, and he made sure she was proud. He kept his grades up and knew that he wanted to pursue a career that would revolve around sports. His time in high school was what any other high schooler dreams of, a healthy social life, good grades, and to be a part of a team/club. All was well until he found the malignant tumour in his right leg.

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During the time that Terry had cancer, he fought for increased funding for Cancer research, because he himself was a victim of Cancer and was forced to amputate his leg. In order to increase funding for Cancer research, he put his determination and physical ability to use and decided to run a marathon across Canada to raise money. He inspired the lives of many people around the world, and continues to do so through the awareness and inspiration he has brought about. Not only has he touched families and individuals who have been affected by Cancer, he has had an impact on the lives of everyone. He is a well-known role model for many, demonstrating his positive mindset through his determination and strength. His positivity has not only brought awareness to Cancer and helped provide resources for research and treatments, but he has changed the lives of many for the better by teaching them appreciation and hope.