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Terry Fox – Canadian Hero
Terry Fox is a Canadian icon. Diagnosed with bone cancer at age 18, he had to have his right leg amputated above the knee in 1977. While receiving treatment and recovering in the hospital, he witnessed cancer patients, including many children, not survive their diagnosis and treatments. He was determined to help and so the Marathon of Hope was born. His goal was to run across Canada, as a cancer survivor and amputee, and raise money for cancer research. He started training and on April 12, 1980, set off from St. John’s, Newfoundland. He ran over 40 km a day, through varying weather conditions. Unfortunately, by the time he reached Northern Ontario,…
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Coming Soon: Science Garage
I have eagerly been awaiting the opening of the newest exhibit at Telus World of Science Edmonton. Coming this month is the Science Garage, an interactive area with hands on activities and displays. Admission to the Science Garage will be included in the Science Centre admission. Two cool features of the Science Garage are the popular Ball Machine and the Maker’s Space, where your can build items from random materials provided. Upcoming science programs include flight in November and circuits in December, with programs running 11 am-5 pm Saturday, Sundays and holidays and 2:30-3:30 pm weekdays. For more information and updates visit Telus World of Science Edmonton. Feature Photo Credit…
