Steve Fonyo

Steve Fonyo
Born
Stephen Charles Fonyo

(1965-06-29)June 29, 1965
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
DiedFebruary 18, 2022(2022-02-18) (aged 56)
EducationImmaculate Conception School, Delta, British Columbia (to grade 10)
Occupations
  • Mechanic
  • runner
Known forJourney for Lives
Criminal chargesSee text
SpouseLisa Greenwood-Fonyo (married 2010–2014)
AwardsMember of the Order of Canada (revoked)

Stephen Charles Fonyo Jr. (June 29, 1965 – February 18, 2022) was a Canadian runner with an artificial leg who was a nationally renowned fundraiser for cancer research and treatment, and a former Member of the Order of Canada.