Call for Expressions of Interest: Terry Fox Memorial, City of Brampton

Call to Artists: Terry Fox Memorial

Deadline: September 12, 2024, 2:00 pm EDT
Budget: $150,000 CAD including HST

The City of Brampton, Ontario, invites professional artists and artist-led teams in Canada to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) and Qualifications to create a new public memorial honouring Terry Fox.

Project Description

The City of Brampton will be commissioning a new memorial to honour the life, legacy, and achievements of Terry Fox, a celebrated Canadian athlete and cancer research activist, in recognition of the 45th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope in 2025. This memorial aims to enhance the Terry Fox Stadium area at Chinguacousy Park in Brampton, which welcomes over 50,000 visitors annually.

Additional Considerations

Terry Fox entered Brampton on July 24, 1980, during the Marathon of Hope. He ran east along Bovaird from Halton Hills, south on Hurontario Street through downtown Brampton, and then east on Queen Street out of Brampton on Highway 50. The City celebrates Terry Fox as a Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist, honouring his contributions not only through the existing Terry Fox Stadium, walking track, and community events flag-raising program but also by embracing his legacy as a beacon of vibrant, enduring spirit.

The site at Terry Fox Stadium offers a unique opportunity to celebrate Terry Fox’s journey with a playful and contemporary tribute that resonates with the vibrant, youthful audience frequenting the space. Positioned at a hub of activity in Chinguacousy Park—where students and young people gather for Terry Fox runs, track meets, and various sports events—this memorial serves not just as a tribute, but also as an educational and inspirational landmark.

By situating the memorial in a place frequented by youth, there is a profound opportunity to inspire and educate them about Terry Fox’s values of perseverance, hope, and dedication, which he demonstrated during his Marathon of Hope.

For more information on this opportunity and to download the submission form, visit www.brampton.ca/publicart.

Questions can be directed to: public.art@brampton.ca