Large donation from proceeds to go to support Fox Foundation’s work
The Selkirk Steelers have decided to support the Terry Fox Foundation at their Feb. 21 game against the Winnipeg Freeze. This game will be called the First Annual Terry Fox Tribute Game and will see a large donation be made from the proceeds of the game going to the Terry Fox Foundation.
Jana Pringle the Selkirk Terry Fox Run Committee Chairperson, explained that Jim Pelletier came to the local Terry Fox Run Committee with the idea for an event like this back in September when the Terry Fox Run took place.
Pelletier explained that the Terry Fox Foundation is a charity that his family supports.
“My son, Parker, the Terry Fox Foundation is Parker’s charity of choice. He always loves raising around $500-$600 a year for the past six or seven years for the school’s run,” said Pelletier.
He explained that he believes that Terry Fox’s efforts and legacy have impacted our world greatly and positively.
“Everything he’s done for the cancer research, but also everything he’s done for individuals with disabilities,” said Pelletier.
This game will have a Terry Fox theme and the local Selkirk Terry Fox Run Committee will be there will some special items for residents to see and buy.
“There’ll be opportunities to purchase Terry Fox shirts and memorabilia, books and whatnot. There’ll be some games to play. All of these things will be fundraisers going directly to the foundation, of course,” said Pringle.
In addition, they have some new Terry Fox information to share.
“There’s going to be a brand new video being released (on Feb. 4), through the Terry Fox Foundation, that we will be able to be showing during the game and before and after as well, which is apparently something amazing to see. We also just found out that the Terry Fox Foundation is not only sending a few of their own staff out to help, but they’re also bringing a replica of Terry Fox’s leg,” said Pringle.
She explained that they don’t know exactly how the leg replica will be displayed but that residents will be able to get up close to it to be able to look at it and also be able to take their photos with it.
Jordan Fillion, the President of the Selkirk Steelers, explained that they love to help out organizations like this.
“We love to help. You know what? We’re all nonprofits. We’re all looking to do good in the communities and that. It’s another way we can help, and we want to see it as a success,” he said.
Pringle explained that residents who attend this Selkirk Steelers game will be in store for a fabulous hockey game.
“We’re going to have one of Canada’s favourite games with one of Canada’s biggest heroes, sort of under one roof,” she explained.
Pringle went on to say that this is going to be a great family-orientated night for members of our community to support a great cause.
She explained that it’s important to have events like this not just in September during the time when Terry Fox Runs take place but all year round.
“Cancer never rests. And so, when given an opportunity as a community to work together, (we do) not only do things together for ourselves, we’re helping many others, and that’s the plan. Terry had always wanted a world without cancer. He had a dream, and he wanted to fulfill that, and he’s asked us to carry on. He said, it needs to keep going and he didn’t say how it had to be done. So, you know what, I’m thinking a good old Canadian hockey game and a Canadian hero can’t be wrong,” said Pringle.
Tickets for this game will be available for purchase at Steelcity Physiotherapy & Wellness Centre before the game. You can also purchase them in advance by calling the Terry Fox Foundation at 204-231-5282 ext. 601. Tickets will also be available at the door on game day.
Leanne Drad, Selkirk Terry Fox Run Committee Member, encourages residents to grab a ticket and support this great cause.
“Tickets are a reasonable price, $15. It’s family-orientated. And I think it’s a great cause. What Terry’s done. He started such a phenomenal thing that has continued since. We wouldn’t be where we are without Terry. The progress that cancer (research) has made over the years. We celebrate Terry, but also everybody who has survived. We’ve lost people over the years too, but come out and just celebrate,” she said.
In addition, people who attend the event are encouraged to celebrate in style by wearing their Terry Fox Run shirts and Steelers apparel.
