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Host Peter McCully chats with Emilie van den Hout, a remarkable nine-year-old girl from Qualicum Beach, making a significant impact in her community as she continues to raise funds and awareness for cancer research on Terry Fox Day.

鈥淚 wish everybody knew how Terry was suffering from cancer and he was suffering through cancer to help other people and to make their experience a bit better,鈥� said Emilie.

Emilie鈥檚 dedication and connection with Darrell Fox, Terry鈥檚 brother, have also become sources of inspiration. The two have corresponded over the years, exchanging heartfelt messages. Darrell鈥檚 encouraging words to Emilie have played a significant role in fueling her passion.

鈥淒ear Emilie, I hope you always find strength in Terry鈥檚 story. Anything is possible if you try,鈥� read a touching message from Darrell.

From online campaigns to door-to-door and driveway fundraisers, Emilie has gone above and beyond to contribute to the cause. One standout event was her Terry Fox 鈥楩ancy Party Gala鈥� held at the Qualicum Beach Inn, where attendees and guest Darrell Fox enjoyed silent auctions and delectable food. This successful event will become an annual tradition called 鈥楩riends of Fox.鈥�

Through her various endeavors, Emilie has raised $11,000 for the Terry Fox Foundation, with the continued support of her family organizing unique driveway fundraisers where she sold cookies, water, dog treats and bracelets.

鈥業 have all the T-shirts. I got most of them through the Terry Fox Foundation,鈥� said Emilie. 鈥淎 woman sent them to me and said, 鈥榓 special friend of mine would like to send these to you.鈥� I鈥檓 pretty sure that was probably Darrell.

To stay updated on Emilie鈥檚 fundraising initiatives and participate in future events, visit her website at .

Emilie鈥檚 unwavering commitment to Terry Fox鈥檚 legacy is a testament to the enduring impact of one person鈥檚 determination to make a difference.

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