Terry Fox Day — 3 August

On August 3, honor a great man, a great foundation and a great cause by celebrating Terry Fox Day. After discovering a malignant tumor on his knee and undergoing surgery which removed 15 centimeters of his leg, Terry Fox pursued on a cross-Canada run that lasted 143 days and 5,373 kilometers—all to raise money and awareness for cancer. So on Terry Fox Day, get involved: run a race, donate money, raise money—however you choose to participate on August 5, just be sure to pay homage to this incredible individual.