Five Catholic secondary schools in the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board (PVNC) have once again demonstrated their commitment to the Terry Fox Foundation’s mission of raising funds for cancer research.
St. Peter’s, Holy Trinity, St. Mary, Holy Cross, and St. Stephen Catholic Secondary Schools have all achieved impressive rankings among the top Terry Fox fundraisers in Ontario for the 2023-24 school year.
St. Peter Catholic Secondary School, renowned for its consistent high fundraising achievements, secured the second spot in the province this year, raising an impressive $44,358.66. Holy Trinity Catholic Secondary School followed suit, claiming the 8th spot with $16,902.05 raised. Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School ranked 13th, contributing $14,129.19 to the cause. St. Mary Catholic Secondary School raised $8,730.43, placing 22nd, while St. Stephen Catholic Secondary School entered the top ranks, securing 25th place with $8,238.90 raised.
In a letter addressed to the Board, the Terry Fox Foundation expressed profound gratitude for the support received. “We thank everyone for embodying the values of resilience, determination, and compassion that Terry Fox himself exemplified, and for joining us in our mission to create a world without cancer,” the letter stated.
Stephen O’Sullivan, Director of Education at PVNC Catholic, reflected on the significance of the schools’ efforts, remarking, “This marks a significant stride in cancer research, honoring Terry’s indomitable spirit,” he remarked. “His legacy stands as a cornerstone of Canadian society, and we take pride in the collective efforts of our school communities, both large and small, in support of this vital cause.”
(Written by: Scott Arnold)
