The event will take place on 2 November 2008 (Flag off 9.00 am) at Taman Tasik Perdana (Lake Gardens). Participants are to be at the assembly area by 8.45 am. All participants must run on the designated route. The Terry Fox Run is an all-inclusive family event and there is no charge to participate in the Terry Fox Run. T-shirts are available for sale at the following locations:
1) The Canadian High Commission, Menara Tan & Tan
2) At the Lake Gardens prior to the run
About Terry Fox Run
Terry Fox knew personally, the importance of the need for cancer research. At the age of 18, he was told that his right leg had to be amputated above the knee as a result of bone cancer. During this crucial period, Terry saw the intense pain and despair of other cancer victims and was deeply moved. In order to raise funds for cancer research, he decided to run across Canada asking for donations. This became “The Marathon of Hope”. Terry Fox died before he could complete his crusade, but his legacy is carried in the hearts of all who participate or donate to the Terry Fox Run each year around the world.
How the Marathon of Hope began
Since it began in 1983, the Terry Fox Run has become the largest, single-day, fund-raising event for cancer research. Here in KL, the organisers aim to continue the quest to keep Terry’s dream alive. This year, with the support of sponsors and participants, we hope to raise both funds and awareness for cancer research here in Kuala Lumpur. The beneficiary in previous years has been the Cancer Research Initiatives Foundation (CARIF). You too, can take up the quest so that Terry’s dream of finding a cure for cancer can become a reality.
(The route will be published soon. If you are interested to help us to promote this event, please contact us at organizer@terryfoxrunkl.org)
Time to get my running shoes ready again!
@Those who are interested to join the run, thank you for your interest in the Terry Fox Run KL 2008. The Run will be held on 2 Novemeber 2008 at the Lake Gardends. Please find attached the information about this year’s run. The t-shirts are being finalized at the moment and we will inform you once they are ready for sale.
Wondering whether I can bring my dog to come along to the Terry Fox Run?
Sure. Looking forward to see you there, Nicole :)
How to Participate
Purchase a limited edition Terry Fox 2008 T-Shirt from the following locations:
1) Ms Chan Siew Wan / Ms Lee SIew Bee, Canadian High Commission, 17th floor Menara Tan & Tan, Jln Tun Razak (6 October 2008)
2) At the Lake Gardens prior to the run
3) Or contact Yoon Sook-Yee / Peter Kang at 5639 1874
4) Or email us at organizer@terryfoxrunkl.org
I would suggest not to bring pets to the run. There would be other runners who might not feel comfortable with pets running around.
There’ll be ALOT of people on the track, and it will be dangerous, if not deadly for pets.
T-Shirts are sold to raise money for the event and they are RM 25.00.
Updates on Sales of T-Shirt at the High Commission of Canada, please contact:
Chan Siew Wan / Lee Siew Bee
High Commission of Canada
17th Floor, Menara Tan & Tan
207, Jalan Tun Razak
Latest Update
T-shirts can be purchased at
1) Ms Chan Siew Wan / Ms Lee Siew Bee at the Canadian High Commission, 17th Floor, Menara Tan & Tan, Jln Tun Razak (6th October onwards)
2) Ms Yoon / Mr Peter Kang at the Cancer Research Initiatives Foundation (CARIF), 2nd Floor, Outpatient Centre, Subang Jaya Medical Centre (6th October onwards)
3) Ms Tila at the Foyer, Ground Floor, Menara Citibank, Jalan Ampang (12.00 to 2.00pm, 20th October until 24th October)
4) At the Lake Garden on Run Day (2nd November 2008)
Would you like to be a volunteer? Please contact Ms Jo Tan or Ms Yoon at organizer@terryfoxrunkl.org
Updates: T-Shirt booth set up at 1-Utama (New Wing) community corner on 25 & 26 Oct 2008.
Updates: It is none competitive, so there are no medals, no time limit and everyone is welcome. You may run/bike/skate the route, even pushing the stroller. After the run, we will have food and drinks and music. Just a family outing for a worthy cause.
No t-shirts for sale at BSC or BV in advance this year? c’mon! am happy to volunteer as i did last year to sell in Bangsar. much better way to raise awareness, funds, etc…..and for people who can’t make the run they can still make a contribution.
Updates: Run Day Programme
8.30am Participants to assemble at starting point
8.50am Warm up session by Fitness First
9.00 am Flag off (wheels)
9.05 am Flag off (others)
9.45 am onwards (when participants return) Refreshments are served at F&B tents
10.00am children’s activities at the Children’s tents
11.00am End of Run
How abt the route? within lake gardens itself?
Check out latest info from http://www.1.com.my/2008/09/03/terry-fox-run-kl-2008/