Terry Fox, known for his Marathon of Hope cancer fundraiser, will be featured on Canada's new $5 banknote.

The Canadian government announced that Terry Fox, a renowned cancer research advocate, will be featured on the new $5 banknote, replacing former Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier. Fox gained national recognition for his 1980 Marathon of Hope, a cross-Canada run to raise funds for cancer research. The government aims to inspire Canadians to donate to the cause Terry Fox championed. The decision follows a public consultation that saw Fox shortlisted from 600 nominations.

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