Celebrating a Summer of Success and Community Fundraising 

Summer is always the busiest time for KidSport Ontario and all of its chapters across the province. With the arrival of warmer weather, everyone is eager to get outside and participate in our exciting fundraising events.  

We are incredibly grateful for our amazing partners who have supported our events by hosting, attending, donating, or sponsoring.  

Here’s a look at what we’ve been up to this summer:  

  1. Toronto Under Armour 10k Race – Runners from across the country gathered to participate in this race on the Toronto waterfront, raising $26,000 for KidSport Ontario.
  2. Bay Street Hoops Charity Basketball Tournament– One of Toronto’s largest sports-related charity events, this tournament brings together fun, community, and charity. This year it raised $35,000 for KidSport Ontario.
  3. Kingston Grenadiers Home Game – You can find KidSport Kingston at every home game of the Kingston Grenadiers!
  4. Wellness Event at Toyota Red Hill – A great wellness event including a 50-minute workout class, delicious smoothie bowls, and a swag bag raised $2,000 for KidSport Hamilton.
  5. KidSport Sault Ste. Marie Teddy Bear Picnic – A fun-filled day at Thomson Farms with live music, a teddy bear draw, and lots of sweet treats.
  6. Boomer Invitational – This annual golf tournament raised $4,831 dollars for KidSport Kitchener-Waterloo!
  7. Canada Day Event – This Canada Day you could find KidSport Iroquois Falls for a Day in the Park!
  8. Laura Stacey Sticks In Charity Road Hockey Tournament – Participants of all ages and experience levels teamed up with Stacey’s teammates, professional athletes, and Canadian Olympians, raising $25,000 for KidSport Ontario.
  9. GTHL Legacy Classic Tournament with Kurt Browning– Figure skating legend Kurt Browning joined us for a fun day of golf and celebrating the partnership with GTHL.
  10. Ben Jones Foundation Golf Tournament – A fun day on the green, the Ben Jones Tournament raised $20,000 for KidSport Kitchener-Waterloo.

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported these events. Your dedication and generosity help us ensure that ALL kids experience the joys and benefits of sports. Here’s to a summer filled with community spirit and positive impact! Can’t wait to see what the fall season has instore!