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The third annual Rockland Terry Fox Run has raised $14,475, with 173 people taking part in this year’s event.
Organizers say participation was down about 15 to 20 per cent compared with the past two years. They say conversations with other Terry Fox Run organizers in the Ottawa area show a similar drop in participation across the region.
Organizers believe one possible factor was the Army Run, which was held on the same day as the Terry Fox Run.
Despite the lower turnout, the Rockland event raised an amount very close to last year’s total, when organizers brought in around $15,000.
For just its third year, organizers say they’re very happy with the results and grateful to everyone who took part, donated and supported the event.