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In a display of strength and perseverance, a Cambridge, Ont. resident has completed a unique aquatic challenge.

CJ Janzen, who prefers the neutral pronouns xe and xyr, swam 112 laps on Sunday in honour of xyr late mother, who passed away from breast cancer when xyr was 16 years old.

“All that I had, my hopes, my dreams, my future were taken away overnight,” xe said. “She was a true stunning warrior, and it was me watching her that has made me who I am today.”

CJ Janzen swims 112 laps to honour xyr late mother. (Submitted)For Janzen, the water has always been a place xe feels free, even with the physical challenges xe faces everyday.

“I developed an illness called Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), which is why I use a wheelchair. I can still walk, but the amount of energy it takes means I can’t actually do anything without …

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