Jim Terrion, a trailblazer in northern B.C., has been awarded the King Charles III Medal for his exceptional contributions to fundraising for the Terry Fox Foundation's cancer research initiatives.
"Cancer research is important to me. For all people, young and old," said Terrion. "Also, I admire Terry Fox because he had cancer but still wanted to help raise money for other people who also had cancer."
In the summer of 2024, Terrion shattered his own record, raising an impressive $65,777, surpassing the $48,635 he raised in 2023. Since 1991, his contributions to the Terry Fox Foundation have reached an astounding $967,250.
"My goal is to raise a million dollars this summer," Terrion said.
He has overcome significant barriers since being born deaf, making his voice heard through his inspiring actions.
Having lived in Prince Rupert for nearly five decades, he moved to Prince George in 2006, where he works in housekeeping at the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia labs.
Although now living in Prince George, he returns to Prince Rupert every year during his fundraising campaign.
"I am excited about my award and I am very happy," he said.
Terrion was awarded the medal by Cariboo-Prince George MP Todd Doherty.
Grateful for his generous sponsors, he joyfully acknowledged the combined efforts that have significantly advanced cancer research.
The Terry Fox Foundation is a national charity that has raised more than $900 million and funded 1,300 innovative research projects, bringing hope and health to millions of Canadians.
