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Community Events

Making an impact is something we are proud of

FirstOntario is committed to its communities and to being a good neighbour. Keep an eye out for initiatives and events we are supporting, whether it is through donations or the power of our Blue Wave employee volunteer team!

FirstOntairo Credit Union Retail Fundraiser October 1-31 - $30 long sleeve shirt $5 goes towards the Kemp Care Network

FirstOntario and Hamilton Tiger-Cats Retail Fundraiser

Tuesday, October 1 – Thursday, October 31
Available in-store and online

We are teaming up with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats to support Kemp Care Network through the purchases of a stylish long-sleeve Ticats branded shirt. Five dollars from each shirt sold will go towards Kemp Care Network’s Captial Campaign for Keaton’s House – Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice.

Purchase a shirt online or at the Ticats Shop at Tim Hortons Field between now and October 31.

Upcoming Events

There are many other volunteer opportunities and upcoming events we are supporting. Remember to check back regularly for updates.

Brantford Bulldogs Home Games

Brantford & District Civic Centre

Wednesday, October 9
Bulldogs vs. Sarnia Sting

Friday, October 18
Bulldogs vs. North Bay Battalion

Saturday, October 19
Bulldogs vs. Kingston Frontenacs

Saturday, October 26
Bulldogs vs. Peterborough Petes

Learn more

A Mental Health Morning

Thursday, October 10
Michelangelo Events & Conference Centre, Hamilton

A Mental Health Morning is a breakfast event supporting Mental Health and Addiction Services at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. FirstOntario is proud to be a sponsor of this event that helps to raise awareness, reduce stigma and continue providing leading mental health and addictions care to all those in need.

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Illuminight

Thursday, October 10
Dyment's Farm, Dundas

FirstOntario is pleased to be a sponsor of Illuminight, an event to raise awareness and funds for Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation in support of Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre. It includes an evening stroll (approximately 1.5km) through farmland fields with illuminated surprises along the way, live music, delicious comfort food, and autumn-themed fun family activities. Join FirstOntario's Blue Wave employee volunteers who will also be on hand.

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats Home Games

Tim Horton's Field, Hamilton

Oskee wee wee! Join us in cheering on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 2024 season and stop by the FirstOntario Community Lounge on Level 2 of the east side stands at Tim Hortons Field.

Friday, October 18
Ticats vs. Calgary Stampeders

Learn more about FirstOntario's Hamilton Tiger-Cats perks

BBBSOC Big Night Out Charity Ball, Halloween Bash

Saturday, October 19
Oxford Auditorium, Woodstock

FirstOntario is proud to support the 8th Annual Big Night Out Charity Ball. This is the largest fundraiser of the year that supports much needed funding for the 11 programs serving children and youth in Oxford County.

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40 Under Forty Business Achievement Awards

Wednesday, October 23
Carmen's Banquet Centre, Hamilton

We are supporting people who make positive contributions to the local economy, community and business ecosystem. What a better way to pave the way for Hamilton's growth and prosperity.

Learn more ❐

Past Events

Take a look at the other community events we have supported recently.

Food4Kids Niagara Pack Night

Supporting food insecurity is important to FirstOntario. Food4Kids ensures children with limited or no access to food receive a package of food for the weekend. FirstOntario's Blue Wave employee volunteers helped assemble the packages to be delivered.

United Way Halton & Hamilton Plane Pull

UWHH held their Annual Plane Pull where teams pull a plan 50 feet across the tarmac in the shortest amount of time. Team FirstOntario participated to win bragging rights and help fundraise for this important community organization.

Hope in Motion

Hope in Motion is a mobility-inclusive event where you set the challenge and FirstOntario was proud to be a "motion" sponsor for the second year and be on hand with Blue Wave support. Participants set goals to walk or wheel around the track at Canada Games Park at their own pace.

Hamilton Welcomes the World

FirstOntario Credit Union was proud to sponsor "Hamilton Welcomes the World" and event dedicated to welcoming new international students to the vibrant city of Hamilton. The event was a collaborative effort by McMaster University, Mohawk College, Redeemer University, Helping International Students: Hamilton (HIS), and Global Hamilton Connect to help new international students settle in, connect with the community, and start their journey in Hamilton on the right foot.

Annual Daisy Classic of Haldimand-Norfolk Golf Tournament

FirstOntario was pleased to support the 22nd annual Daisy Classic of Haldimand-Norfolk golf tournment as a hole sponsor. The event supported the Haldmand-Norfolk Community Senior Support Services.

 

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