Through his music, his generosity, and his love for our country, Gord Downie has been there for us.

"Few people have such an impact, get to say goodbye to the world, and be remembered so fondly. Gone too soon but what a legacy. We miss you."

"You will be missed."

"Dear Gord, I loved you & the band from the very beginning & always will. Thank you for shining your light on us. You are sorely missed. xo"

"I just finished watching Long Time Running for the 2nd time. I needed a dose of our Gord Downie on this Canada Day birthday. RIP."

"He Is and WILL continue to me an inspiration as my husband battles the same cancer ."

"Gord , I will cherish your life everyday day for the rest of mine , every Lyric has inspired me in my life journey , love you Gord & The Hip"

"MY first time listening to the hip i fell in love with the band thx for all you have done for us gord you will always be in are hearts"

"Looked up to the Gord above and said....Hey man....thanks"

"Keeping Strong For Our Gord Spurgeon"

"Thank you for my life."

"To all brain cancer patients and champions everywhere."

"Donation made in memory of our dads, who both died of brain cancer, Richard Mann and Alex Mitchell. We miss them and Gord. RIP"

"The constellations reveal themselves one star at a time. There is one more star among them. Thanks, man. You gave us music for our lives."

"Your music saved my life, and I love you because of it. I will always miss you, Gord. I will forever be a fan of The Hip."

"I spent six years in Lake Louise,Alberta. My last night there was spent partying with friends and jamming and singing Hip songs.MikeGreenham"

""Youre gonna miss me. Wait and youll see. Fully. And completely." You were right, Gordie. Thank you for the music and memories."

"that night in Toronto.. ride off on horseback dear Gord. Your songs and words inspired a generation. A bit of us dies with you."

"Every time I see the stars I know that Gord walks among them. Thank you for enriching my spirit with your song!"

"Thank You Gord Downie Everyone shall keep your legacy true"

"Thank you Gord for being the man who did it all in every way possible-you are "COURAGE"-love to your familyhope to SYOTOS Gord."

"A great example of strength, character and courage. Very inspiring. You will be missed more than words can say. Love, the Culp family"

"Gord, you never stopped giving to us. We can give back to you by supporting your passions."

"saw the hip @ much music in june 2000 , have photo of gord smiling ! xo love and courage"

"My sincere condolences to Gords family, friends, band mates. Grace Too, Courage, Daredevil, Poets."

"His music was always the escape and the comfort that I needed, it will always be that way, but the world seems quite gray without him."

""...no-ones interested in something you didnt do...." just look at how much you did, Gord. Too many shows, too many memories...Thank you."

"Gord playing Sudbury Saturday night in Sudbury. It does not get any better than that."

"Gord inspired a whole country,a whole generation to give back and be a better person.A Canadian hero to many.Thank you Gord xo"

"Courage: Its the way that Gord chose to live the remainder of his life. Its what Ill remember him for."

"Looked up to the Gord above and said hey man thanks!"

"You were in our walkmans, our cars, our cottages and summer camps, our stories, lives and hearts. Love, Canada"

"I have your picture hanging up over my bed. Says “see you down the road somewhere”. I sure hope your right. I❤️Gord. RIP"

"just like losing an old friend that was always around for you when you needed some words of comfort"

"Met Gord in 1996 in Houston,TX. He was kind, warm, and funny and a treasure to us in Texas too. He will be missed. Prayers for his family."

"I am hoping that we can rally behind Gord like we rallied behind Terry Fox, with the goal of beating this disease within 10 years."

"Gord, You were ahead by a century Thank You"

"Watching the Tragically Hip open the Air Canada Centre and the Bill Bariko banner being lowered. A champion of a Canadian Band with Gord, a"

"Gord Downie was a true inspiration..so brave and courageous! A true Canadian hero...he will be greatly missed xoxo"

"You made Canada a little more great. Thank you for the soundtrack to many memories! Goodbye Gord"

"Farewell Gord. He was a champion. RIP Gord."

"Thank you Gord for being ahead by a century and your love for all Canadians you will be missed"

"My deepest condolences to the Downie family. No words can ease the pain, nor can time. But the nations thoughts and prayers are with you."

"So many great memories, the stories behind the music hold such significance to our country, from our triumphs to shame. We miss you Gord."

"Our Canadian treasure. Our great Canadian secret, "The Hip". We are forever grateful for everything you have done."

"I saw you for the first time at Thompson Arena in 1991 as a 2nd year undergrad. Thanks for the memories, Gord. You were ahead by a century."

"The Tragically Hip brought so much to Canadian music, Gord Downies style was like no other. He meant so much to so many! #RIPGord"

"Thank you, Gord, for everything you have done. We will always miss you greatly, but you will live on through The Hip forever."

"Thank you for the timeless music, Canadiana and poetry, and for providing a soundtrack to every cottage trip + campfire I can remember xo"

"Thank you Gord. You were an inspiration through your strength and courage. You will be missed, but I will #teachlikegord"

"Thank you. Canada thanks you."

"The world is a little less beautiful without you. Your lyrics and heart changed my life. Brought people closer. Your music carries on a bree"

"Not sure where to start. Riverfest Brockville? Roadside 1. 2? Orbit Room grand rapids? TO or Hammer closing shows? Woulda pd ANYthing. Thn"

"My SIL Rosie AND Gord Downie in under a year...how do we go on from here?"

"Thank you for being you. So much love and respect."

"My prayers and thoughts go out to the Downi family. Gord Downie was a true Canadian Icon. He was very loved by his fans. He will be missed."

"We lost a true friend, a loyal brother and a pure soul. Where do we go from you. Rest in peace sweet man."

"To The Tragically HIP thank you for the music. To the Downie Family thank you for sharing Gord with us. To Gord thank you for all of you!!!!"

"Marilyn Von Raesfeldt passed away from the same monster Gord did. Loving memories."

"the realist Canadian icon ever. Thanks for the amazing music that will be with us forever! Love you Gord!!!"

"In all our hearts, a true Canadian Icon. The Hip will always comfort me. Life is precious."

"I appreciate your heart."

"I will always remember you by your music."

"We lost the gentle poet to Canada's soul! Thank you for being the soundtrack of my generation GBNF G XOXO"

"Thank you Gord."

"We will miss YOU!!!"

"Seeing them at Bourbon North growing up with their music blasting it on the boat and while driving on any road trip. A true poet"

"Canada was officially closed for a day, we lost a member of our family."

"The memories of my youth have Hip songs playing in the background. Thank you. RIP. XOXO"

"Such a beautiful and special soul...we've been so blessed to have had Grod and The Hip in our lives...thank you for your final gift!"

"Thank you, Gord, for choosing to share your convictions, courage and vulnerability with the nation you loved. We're better because of you."

"Hosting the Owl's Vintage bike club the night of the Kingston show and having 20 or so crying singing partners !! love you Gord.seeya later!"

"The love The Hip have for one another and the care and compassion for Gord has been so touching. God bless Gord: he will be missed dearly."

"Saw The Hip first time in 1993 in Fredericton Nb s second time was in Saint John NB they were two of my most favourite concerts ever."

"Seen the Hip in concert. The energy was amazing! Gord was awesome. Tireless. Giving his all. A guy to be in awe of. I'll miss him so much."

"My best memory is watching my mom come home with a great big smile on her face coming home from his concert💗"

"Thank you for the wonderful music, humanitarian efforts, and your true Canadian heart. You will be missed and never, ever forgotten. Xoxo"

"So many amazing memories .. another roadside attraction at Molson Park .. Massey Hall .. awesome places to see an awesome band. Xo"

"We were honored to have Gord spend lots of time in Bath. Today I put an arrangement of red and white flowers at the gates to the Hip Studio."

"he was amazing caring guy we all miss you"

"Some of my favourite memories with family and friends were sitting around the campfire listening to Tragically Hip."

"You will be back in our mind every time we hear your songs, or when we mumble them out of habit. The "Grand" are with us forever."

"A simple thank-you, for an extraordinary man, who lived a meaningful life; it's inspiring. Gord left the world, his Canada a better place!!"

"Gord touched many lives all different ages loved the tragically hip and loved your music you will be missed by so many Music will live on"

"No dress rehearsal. This is our Life. Thank you...you’ve begun a new journey, but your words and the music will live on Forever"

"Courage, joy, dance, music, love."

"Thank you Gordie XOXO Thank you for the memories will last a lifetime!!! "No dress rehearsal, this is our life""

"I lost my beloved Dad, at 66 to the same tumour. He kissed me on the lips, said he loved me and we smiled., laughed. It was all about love.❤️"

"No dress rehearsal, this is our life. Gord is a part of our lives, the Hip's music is the soundtrack of our lives. Thank you for being you."

"I grew up listening to your music. Thank you so much for your music and memories. My condolences to his fam/friends <3 a fellow Kingstonian"

"There will never be another one like this man. Who taught us all about being strong and to persevere through good and bad. RIP Gord."

"Rock on Gord!! We will never forget."

"God bless you Gord. You will be forever missed. Thank you for everything. God bless your family and friends. You are irreplaceable."

"We have lost one of Canada's greatest poets, and his music will live on forever as he walks among the stars. Thank you Gord, for everything."

""No Canadian band would be complete without a song about a nautical disaster. This song is called 'Nautical Disaster.'" RIP Gord"

"Thank you for giving us all "courage". You are an inspiration. Daina"

"Thank you Gord for telling Canada's story and making us want to be better. We all miss you terribly"

"thank-you rest in peace Angel Gord!"

"Heaven IS a better place today.... I will miss you on this earth more than words can explain. Thank you, From a Music Lover."

""Armed with will and determination. And grace ,too " Rest easy, Gord 🇨🇦❤️"

"Your are a hero to your country, band and most importantly your family. God bless GED. There will Never be another... "

"Your are a hero to your country, band and most importantly your family. God bless GED. There will Never be another... "

"Gord & my husband Mike were diagnosed with GBM in December 2015. They are both now gone. PLEASE continue the fight for a cure for others!!"

"You are my singing, dancing, thunderous musical joy. Thank you, you beautiful, beautiful human. Find peace among the stars.Love you forever."

"The first song I ever heard by the Hip was courage.... Gord is courage personified. Thank you for the music, the memories and the courage."

"My whole life is a memory of Gord and the Hip. I have grown up with them from 16 years of to 44!! They are the soundtrack to my life! RIP"

"Mr. Downie you are tooyoung, too loving, too brilliant to be gone from this world. Love to your family and all those who you gave your big 💖"

"Dearest Gordie Baby You mean so much in so many ways, Thank you! Where the wild are strong, even in your darkest days u remained bright!"

"Simply - thank you. For the music, the musings & the memories. You have given us a call to action. Let us respond by doing."

"Thank you Gord and The Hip for being there for everything, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Gord, may you finally walk amongst the stars.

"I lost my father 2 weeks ago, and I am so sorry for the loss of another great man. I had the honour of meeting him about 30 years ago. Love"

"You gave so much to Canada through your music and efforts to educate the country on our darkest history. Thank you for everything Gord."

"I am amazed at the strength you gathered to be able to do the full summer 2016 tour. You are an inspiration to all who are struggling. LOVE."

"I've been a fan for more than half my life. Best night ever was being in the front row & meeting you in person after the show. Thanks Gord."

"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your gift of what it means to be Canadian!"

""And your beautiful thing Will be A beautiful thing To me A beautiful thing Continuing Your beautiful thing Continuing""

"From getting me through hard times to being played at my wedding and calming my baby, Gord's words and voice have been there."

"Cheers Gord. See you in the stars."

"It's the Privilege, a masked Illusion. Courage, It couldn't come at a worse time. RIP Gord"

"Canada Day 1994, Molson Park in Barrie - thanks for the memories, songs, and for defining what it means to be Canadian. RIP Gord."

"Late breaking story on the CBC, a nation whispers, "We always knew that he'd go free." . . ."

"Thank you Gord for bringing attention to things that matter. With heavy hearts, we'll take it from here."

"Gord...a gentleman, a icon of Canadian culture, a role model, an advocate, a humble man. Thanks Gord...dance now painfree!"

"Al Purdy. Hotel Quinte Belleville Ontario"

"Gord touched us all through his music and character. His music allowed us to know and love this great country even more, one song at a time!"

"Thanks Gord and The Tragically Hip for being the voice of my generation through song. So inspired by how Gord spent his final year."

"Sam Roberts asked in one of his songs "where have all the good people gone?" Well Gord Downie was one of those good people."

"Drove back to town this morning, With working on my mind I thought of maybe quittin', Thought of leavin' it behind"

"Your generosity to the world and and love of Canada will be truly remembered. Thanks Gord...."

"What a great loss to the music industry and the first habitants of North America! And all who knew him and of course his family & friends!!"

"A great Canadian who brought together a nation with his music and love for all of Canada. Ths Gord. You are now at peace."

"You faught a good fight for as long as you could you made many people smile with your music and just the way you are we all Love you RIPgord"

"Tears have come to my eyes today and then think of you walking amongst the stars...they will be even brighter with you in their midst."

"Thank You.. Take care of one another.. And love your great country. Missing you Gord.. Much Love .."

"Forever be missed and adored as Canada's own son. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. Thanks for all of the musical gifts."

"So many memories. More than half my life there's been music by the Tragically Hip always playing. All of it, mashed up in my head on a loop."

"And Falstaff sings a sorrowful refrain For a boy in Fiddler's Green.. Canada was gutted today. R.I.P. Gord"

"Listened to the Hip in school and it was always the music associated with "the cottage", backyard parties, and summer. Thank you for that!"

"@Massey Hall Amazing everyone singing every word. His eyes connecting, smiling & blowing kisses, saying thank you to us. Thank you Gord/Hip"

"Had the chance to meet Gord in Kingston at City Hall as he was promoting the across the causeway show. True gentleman , Canadian Icon"

"First time I saw the Hip was in Wiarton Ontario at the airport. What a special night for a guy who grew up on the Bruce. He will be missed"

"Thank you for showing us what it means to be Canadian. You have, and will continue to inspire us for generations to come. Rest easy Gordie."

"Hitting me harder than I thought it would, tears have been flowing since I found out. My head hurts from crying. I love you Gord."

"An outdoor concert in.high school with all of my brothers and many friends in highschool with the girls on.our shouldets to see and singing"

"A great man who spent his final days trying to help others. We lost an icon but gained grace and courage forever!"

"Soundtrack to my summers,to my life.Sunnybrook never give up,Gord didn't give up & Canada will never give up.Keep doing it for Gord, Always"

"What struck me most about Gord Downie was his choice to spend the last months of his life giving to the country and people who loved him."

"Want to say, i'm extremely saddened by the loss of Gord. we will def. all miss this extremely nice person. R.I.P my friend......"

"Memories of good times rocking to the hip, cherish their music always, love to his family, friends and the fans!! Xo"

"Loved his music favourite was Road Apples. He was such a great entertainer"

"seeing them in San Diego with 12+ people i made go,bought tickets for,..instant fans."

"A true Canadian Icon RIP"

"Go our friend and be at PEACE. From all of us at TInnitus Association of South Western Ontario we say good bye to one we will never forget."

"Gord was and always will be a role model to me. Thank you for everything Gord. Rest Easy. Xox"

"The HIP's songs and lyrics calmed me when I was stressed, soothed me when I was sad, excited me when I happy! Thank you!❤RIP Gord Downie"

"Where do I start?! I grew up listening to him. The song courage will live on! That song has got me through so much!!! Gord you will be miss"

"One of my fondest concerts experiences was taking a limo with a group of friends to see the Hip @ Maple Leaf Gardens back in mid-90's."

"That final concert at the ACC ....unforgettable. My sister died of the same type of brain cancer (at 58) so this hits close to home. "

"Thank you Gord for just being the man you were, You are a true hero and fighter. You are an inspiration as I fight cancer. Never Forgotten."

"Rest in peace Gord. Your voice, soul, and music had a profound impact on my life. You are in everything I do."

"Thankyou Gord Downey for your love of music.You battled your cancer with courage and dignity. Thinking of the band members and family."

"THANK YOU , for sharing your gift through song, your message through kindness and your addidctivr energy through your shows! All our love."

"Rest in peace beside the sunny slopes and quiet streams. Thank you for your music."

"Thank you so much, gord for sharing your amazing soul, your work and your time with us. You made so many lives brighter x"

"My first concert ever was the Hip at Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, I was 15. Saw them 31 times after that including front row at Woodstock 99"

"When I first heard Gord and his band. I was so living in Calgary. We will miss him dearly REST IN PEACE GORD"

"Was lucky enough to have floor seats at Barrie molson center, myself, my brother, niece, and my son, great show, RIP Gord"

"Gord's voice was the sound track to many a road trip through this beautiful country of ours...he will be greatly missed, but never forgotten"

"Gord you are what is good about Canada you expressed love for your fans and country!!! You will be dearly missed but never forgotten."

"Always loved the Hip & my uncle had the same type of cancer, so now I get 2 fond memories every time I hear the songs on the radio."

"Gord, you were the epitome of bravery and courage. Although you've moved on from the physical world, your music will forever live on."

"My first Tragically Hip album was ‘Up to here’ in 1989. I was immediately in love. Who is this musical genius, I thought to myself. "

"getting stoned outta my head rockin on to the album "up to here", those days are long gone for me but will always rock on in spirit here RIP"

"Gord your strength and your fight has lifted me up in my darkest time, as I too fight cancer. May you rest in peace."

"He Who Walks With The Stars- Wicapi Omani, long may his words & music run forever throughout our great Canadian Landscape . TY Sunnybrook"

"Thank you Gord for ur contribution to cancer research. My husband has benefited from ur cause. Thank you Dr. Ironside!"

"My late Husband and I had Gordy's and Tragically Hip's first CD before release. We love his music but especially the words sung by Gordy."

"Gord and the Tragically Hip have been a part of my life with my husband for the last 24 years. It'll always remind me of "us". RIP Gord."

"Summer lingered a little longer this year to say goodbye to you, no more tears for the sky to shed, the rains have gone, farewell great poet"

"• You are Canada’s Son • You are our Ambassador • You are Canada’s voice • You are Canada’s Heart & Soul • You are to be reckoned "

"• You are Canada’s Son • You are our Ambassador • You are Canada’s voice • You are Canada’s Heart & Soul • You are to be reckoned "

"Gord was a beautiful poet; He enlightened, educated and inspired. Gord was a true Canadian champion."

"My dad passed last year of brain cancer. He took me to my first concert when I was 12...the Hip at Maple Leaf Gardens in '96...Love you both"

"Gord, Thank you for the very good music.We will miss you! Tragically Hip...RIP"

"Sitting in the back room of my parents house, with the lights shut off, headphones on as a 15 year old listening to Fully Completely. RIP"

"Hundreds of great memories growing up with your music always playing in the background, rest in peace my friend."

"Forever the voice of campfires, cottages, car singalongs, and stadium rock. Thank you, Gord."

"I will always remember Gord's dancing and his love of water. He really was a great living Zen Master. I am a Zen minister and Gord was WOW!"

"Loved that the crowd at a Hip concert at the ACC a few years ago was made up of many 35-50 yr old men chanting every lyric of every song!"

"Our history class, an adult group, just viewed The Secret Path as part of today's lesson. Thank you from our community. Lim Leempt"

"Gord's music has been by my side since I was about 7 years old. I'm now 31. RIP Gord. The world has lost an extraordinary man & a great soul"

"In loving memory of Gord Downie. The world has lost a truly wonderful human being."

"Every party, every backyard summer BBQ, every awkward first fumbling kiss. Gord, you are still here in my heart ❤️"

"Lost my oldest friend this year to the same cancer, just a few months after she attended the concert. We'd bonded over Hip albums as teens."

"It was at a Hip concert and I realized that I was dancing (if you can call it that) like no one was watching...it was such a happy feeling!"

"I was at the opening show of both the Fully Completely and Day for Night tours, and the final show in Kingston."

"Last summer a group of us took a trip to Toronto to see the Hip on their final tour. My boyfriend got down one knee during the concert!"

"Canada day, I LOVE spending the day with the Hip, where ever they are playing"

"As an American, rediscovering the Hip last summer helped me to maintain a sense of possibility and optimism after the 2016 elections here."

"Marymoor Park 2007! Gord's energy on the World Container tour was infectious. Have travelled thousands of miles just to see The Hip."

"At my first of six concerts, my friends and I got so close we could see the beads of sweat dripping down Gord's face."

"the The Tragically Hip was my first live ver 2004 at molson amphitheater. i seen them live 4 time . i was at the last Toronto show .. "

"1989, in bar in Tucson, AZ, a band from Canada came to the stage. The Tragically Hip with Gord captured my attention, and stole my heart."

"Canada Day Molson Park Barrie Daniel Lanois opening -fans were booing him- Gord came out and told them to stop or the Hip wouldnt play! xo"

"Canada Day 2015, front row with my 11 year old daughter. Gord made full eye contact with us and motioned for her to go to sleep @end concert"

"The first time I saw The Hip in 1996, Gord's magnetism drew me to the front, over the wall, and standing directly in front of him. Amazing"

"Living in the UK now, and love hearing the Canadian accent in Gordie's voice. Always takes me home. The Hip = home."

"The Hip are the sountrack of my life. They are the artists who painted my image of Canada. They are now part of my children's heritage too."

"I am forever grateful for the memories and the friends I have met over the past 27 years through the music of this great band."

"Well, for me personally, having The Hip play at my Sweet 16th Birthday in 1986 at my family's home. Not many people can have that pleasure."

"As a Canadian living in the U.S., The Hip - their presence, their music, their videos - is a touchstone of how I define "Home"."

"'91 at Ontario Place - Gord grabbed the mic from Dan Gallagher, shouted "Three Pistols" and they were off. Fav Hip song ever since."

"The Hip scored more great memories for me than any other band; they were just as much a part of my group of friends as any of us."

"Another Roadside Attraction: Capital City Speedway in the muddy mosh pit for the most moving rendition of Scared. The Hip is my soundtrack."

"I've seen The HIP many times, but one of my favourites was getting to see them in 2013 in London, UK on CANADA DAY!! AMAZING ENERGY!!! xoxo"

"From the far reaches of my mellifluous heart, Thank you."

"Discovered The Hip in Kingston during Road Apples days & were with me thru my 20's to now. They remind me of beer, friends & being Canadian."

"Watching the hip with 60,000 other fans at Edenfest in the mid 90's. Outdoors, under the stars, definitely a never forget night."

"Get friendship right. Be kind to one another. Secret Path. Courage, hope, empathy, environment, FN Peoples. That's the Hip's impact on me."

"Getting to meet Gord S and Paul at an Italian restaurant before their July 2 show in Camden, London UK back in 2013. Great guys & show!"

"Jan 2013. Flew from Melbourne Australia to LA to Vancouver then to Winnipeg to see my favourite band. Gord mesmerised me!"

"Hummingbird Centre TO 2002. Gord walked along the monitors during Poets. Sat down on the edge of the stage and ranted at me. Best show ever."

"Seeing Canada's band in Bobcaygeon with my daughter, and every other show. My love for the Hip has been passed on to my children. Thank-you"

"Gord & the HIP have changed my life! So thankful for the music, friends and living my life in the present! Cheers boys!!!"

"I need waaaay more than 140 characters so I'll just leave this here. "Take care of eachother, alright?" - Gord Downie"

"Tragically Hip + Gord Downie + Sunnybrook = AMAZEMENT. Thank you boys for the memories and showing me how to get friendship right!!!!"

"I have been to over 20 shows and it's hard to pick but I would have to say the John Labatt center. Front row centre."

"My first Gord rant on Canada day at Molson Park in Barrie. I knew I was listening to a genius. The rest is history."

"With 25+ years of seeing the Hip it is almost impossible to narrow it down to one favorite but the Buffalo Rainout show ranks up there!!"

"Molson Park July 1st 1991. I was a paramedic stage right and got up behind the bank of speakers when they started playing Little Bones!"

"When I was 10 I loved the Courage video bc the singer was always smiling. Decades later and 9 Hip shows, I always love watching him sing."

"I've met so many great people, fellow Hip fans, through our mutual love. Greatest memory: Aug. 20, 2016 in Springer Market Square."

"The Hip is the soundtrack of my best memories; road trips, weddings, camping trips and even a funeral. My life has been so enriched by them."

"The journey. The music. The people. The band that brought me some of my closest friends. I've been to almost 30 shows and I still want more."

"My memory is listening to my music at work...at thirteen 32 years later I met my fiancee on the try forum....love everything hip!"

"How to choose? Roadside attraction, front row at Centre in the Square, Toronto last summer. It was all an honour to experience. Much love."

"I drove 16 hours to Kingston for the August 20th show and 16 hours home the next day.....SO WORTH IT!"

"What can I say? "The music speaks to me"! The HIP have been an intricate part of my life. They have provided a soundtrack to my life."

"Love of the band has provided so much - not just music but friendships & memories. Thankful to be in K-Rock last August. Keep on keeping on."

"2011 Solo show my 7yr old son invited onstage to spin a lamp-shade, Me watch'in Gord watch my son, then he glances up & gives me the nod !"

"Chatting one on one with Gord backstage. Just him, and I. No one else around. We chatted about hockey, bootlegs. Like talking with an uncle."

"My favourite memory is all of it. Every show I've seen and every note I've heard for the past 28 years. Oh what a ride!!!"

"I've had The Hip in my life since their beginning but what I cherish most is how they brought Canada together in friendship, love & courage."

"finally being able to see tth live w/my bff. Plus meeting 5 amazing women who are all so supportive and we're getting friendship right."

"First time I got the "Courage" to get on stage, I played "New Orleans is Sinking"....i got'er done....was super proud!"

"Gord gave me the courage to go to the Winnipeg concert. I didn't think I could go to concerts anymore I have a brain tumor Acoustic Neuroma"

"I have been listening to the Hip since about 88. This band is the one constant in my life. They have always been there, never let me down."

"1995 5 of us went on a 2 week road trip..we got to see the band 8 times. Car broke down close to Detroit. .missed the live between us show"

"The Hips music got me through a lot. I love them"

"Watching the Hip for the first time at our High School Dance in Kingston and then another 22 times after that ... "

"The Tragically Hip are the most important band in Canada and the most important band to Canada. Thank you all for everything - Courage Gord!"

"Thank you Gord for sharing your talented soul with us for all these years. I've been fortunate to see you perform all around the Maritimes, my favourite being 10 years ago on my 30th birthday July 1st in Charlottetown. I wish you all a spiritual journey. "

"You can feel the love in this Country for Gord and the boys. If i could say anything, I'd say thank you for sharing your gift and for keeping it Canadian. "

"The Kingston concert was breathtaking. It was incredible and I am so glad I was able to see it streamed. Gord's story has captivated me and I can't get it off of my mind. I received some money unexpectedly and this is the first thing I wanted to do. Xo "

"I was privileged to see one of the Toronto shows and stood with the nation for the final show in Kingston. The Hip were the sound track to so many memories - both good and bad. My grandmother died of a brain tumor so this has hit closer to home. "

"Thank you! Cordelia defined me, and got me through some dark days. Your lyrics and music have been with me for all the good and all the bad. I couldn't love you more."

"I met Gord once, backstage at a concert many years in Toronto....a concert I was not supposed to be at but got a ticket at the last minute through a friend....he is an extraordinary person. Thank you Gord for your music and memories! God bless! "

"You've played the soundtrack to my life Gord. You are a true National Treasure. From Landsdowne in he late 80's to Mudfest to Seattle this year you have left an indelible impression and i want to thank you. "

"The Tragically Hip have provided the soundtrack for my life. I wish Gord all the best. Thank you for the music. "

"Thank you to Gord, the Hip and their families for the music, the Canadian spirit and inspiration to us all to keep putting one foot in front of the other to live each moment with all we've got, despite obstacles in our way. You are Canadian heroes. "

"I remember seeing Gord at Lake on the Mountain one night. Such a humble man. Prince Edward County loves you Gord and will hold you in our hearts. "

"Cheers to my favourite band. You're music has put a smile on my face since I was a teenager. Can't wait to see you guys perform Fri night at the ACC. "

"A long-time Hip fan...Gord, Paul, Rob, Gord and Johnny...God bless you all, and thanks for the memories! I've seen you perform many times. "

"Within weeks of Gord's announcement I learned that a close friend of mine is also suffering from a brain tumour. This foundation means so much. Thank you for all your hard work and God bless. "

"Thanks for the show..and the love. Feeling more connected to Canada and Canadian values than I have been in a long time. "

"Thank you, Gord Downie - - may the road for you and your family be traveled with love and peace. TH members - thank you! Thank you for reminding me why I am proud to say I am Canadian. "

"Gord,Thank you for everything you have given us. The music, the joy, the excitement, the fun, and all the memories. Your courage is incredible. God bless you... You are in our thoughts and prayers."

"For Gord Downie. With thanks and much love for 30 years of poetry. Keep up the good work you are doing, Sunnybrook! "

"I don't have much, but every little adds up...This is for Gord "

"Gord and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. The Ottawa concert with be etched in my memory forever. "Carry On" as Gord said, and find a cure. Peace to all. "

"I've been listening to the Tragically Hip for my entire life. Their music, and specifically Gord's words, have helped me through some very tough times. Thanks for the chance to return the favour somewhat through this great cause. "

"Thank you Gord for giving me the strength though example to undergo my phalloplasty and recovery while far away from home. Your Music at Work. "

"My brother and I will never forget meeting you outside of the Odeon venue in Saskatoon, October of 2012. You were gracious and generous with conversation. "

"Gord, your music has defined much of my adult life. your music is the soundtrack of my 20's. Thinking of you and wishing you strength during this battle. "

"Thank you Gord for the music and memories. So many songs that can bring me back in am instant to so many wonderful times! "

"Gord, you taught me that a song can be so much more then just a song. Glad I finally got to see you and the band live. I will be forever thankful for that night in TORONTO! You are and always will be so tragically hip! "

"I couldn't get tickets to the farewell tour, but I'll gladly donate in honor of you Gord. Thank-you for the memories, the music, the stories, and the shows.... we're eternally grateful. Your legacy will live on "

"Thanks for your bravery and all the memories Gord. You guys have literally been the soundtrack to my life - including being our official class song at Queen's (Ahead by a century). Hoping this concert brought you so much joy knowing you are helping others "

"To Gord and the Hip - Growing up in Brockville, and going to Queens, you have always been icons and legends to me. Thank you for everything you have given to us. I couldn't get tickets to your last show, so I am donating to your fund to show my thks. "

"Here is the money that I would have spent on tickets to a Hip concert. Good luck Gord! Thanks Sunnybrook!"

"I lost my mom to brain cancer in June of 1999 and during that time I listened to the Hip to keep me going and remain positive. Their songs mean so much to me - it's therapy, a smile on my face, it's Gordon Downie. Let's keep fighting and end this! "

"Gord, thanks for the memories. The impact you, the band and your poetry have had on me since I first listened to Up to Here in high school (1990) has been extraordinary. May we one day eradicate this terrible disease."

"Gord Downie and the Hip provided the entire soundtrack to my wonderful years at Queen's. What a gift. May his legacy live on in your research towards a cure. "

"Thanks Boys for a lifetime of memories...I truly believe there's many more to come for us all. All my positive energy is going out to Gord in his Fight!"