Who is Rick Hansen and why is our school named after him?
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Rick Hansen The Man in Motion
Rick’s Life Passions
“I honestly believe that my best work is in front, not behind me. I am driven by a deep passion and need to make a difference and leave this world a little better than when I arrived. That’s what keeps me going.” -Rick Hansen
Canadian icon Rick Hansen is best known as the Man In Motion for spearheading one of history’s most memorable journeys – the Rick Hansen Man In Motion World Tour.
While Rick’s Tour ended in 1987 in Vancouver, his lifelong quest to make a difference in the lives of others began much earlier.
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“I honestly believe that my best work is in front, not behind me. I am driven by a deep passion and need to make a difference and leave this world a little better than when I arrived. That’s what keeps me going.” -Rick Hansen
Canadian icon Rick Hansen is best known as the Man In Motion for spearheading one of history’s most memorable journeys – the Rick Hansen Man In Motion World Tour.
While Rick’s Tour ended in 1987 in Vancouver, his lifelong quest to make a difference in the lives of others began much earlier.
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The Hansen Effect
From One Man In Motion to Many In Motion
Whether or not you have an opportunity to meet Rick in person, his story has touched countless people around the world. One man in motion has motivated many in motion as more and more people are inspired to make a difference in the lives of others. Hopefully, Rick’s journey will inspire you to dream big, take action and make a difference of your own.
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From One Man In Motion to Many In Motion
Whether or not you have an opportunity to meet Rick in person, his story has touched countless people around the world. One man in motion has motivated many in motion as more and more people are inspired to make a difference in the lives of others. Hopefully, Rick’s journey will inspire you to dream big, take action and make a difference of your own.
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Man In Motion World Tour
Inspired by the dream of creating an accessible and inclusive world and finding a cure for spinal cord injury (SCI), Rick Hansen set out on a journey that would make history in 1985—the Man In Motion World Tour (MIMWT).
For 26 months, he and his team wheeled over 40,000 km through 34 countries raising awareness about the potential of people with disabilities, creating accessible and inclusive communities, and finding a cure. While the MIMWT ended in 1987 in Vancouver, Rick’s lifelong and selfless journey to make a positive difference in the lives of others was just beginning.
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Inspired by the dream of creating an accessible and inclusive world and finding a cure for spinal cord injury (SCI), Rick Hansen set out on a journey that would make history in 1985—the Man In Motion World Tour (MIMWT).
For 26 months, he and his team wheeled over 40,000 km through 34 countries raising awareness about the potential of people with disabilities, creating accessible and inclusive communities, and finding a cure. While the MIMWT ended in 1987 in Vancouver, Rick’s lifelong and selfless journey to make a positive difference in the lives of others was just beginning.
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Man in Motion 25th Anniversary RickHansenFdn