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!
Upcoming events
There are many other volunteer opportunities and upcoming events we are supporting. Remember to check back regularly for updates.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats Home Games
Hamilton Stadium
Join us in cheering on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 2026 season and stop by the FirstOntario Community Lounge on Level 2 of the east side stands at Hamilton Stadium.
Friday, September 18
Ticats vs Montreal Alouettes
Friday, October 9
Ticats vs Edmonton Elks
Saturday, October 24
Ticats vs Ottawa Roughriders
United Way Golden Horseshoe Plane Pull
Saturday, September 19
Hamilton International Airport
UWHH is holding their Annual Plane Pull where teams pull a plane 50 feet across the tarmac in the shortest amount of time and we are pleased to be one of this year's title sponsors. Two FirstOntario teams will be participating to win bragging rights and help fundraise for this important community organization. Fun activities for the whole family.
Hamilton Chamber Women in Leadership Luncheon
Thursday, September 24
Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the YWCA Hamilton, is holding their Women in Leadership Luncheon, presented by McMaster University. FirstOntario is pleased to be a sponsor of this event to empower, inspire, and connect women leaders across our community.
Past events
Take a look at the other community events we have supported recently.
- OCUF 35th Annual Golf Classic
This year marked the 35th annual tournament that supports the CU Succeed Youth Bursary for students in post-secondary studies. FirstOntario was pleased to be a partner in this fundraiser that has seen 664 students awarded $836,000 for their education since 2016. - HorsePower 4 Hospital
The exclusive, one-of-a-kind car show featured over 50 exotic and limited-edition vehicles, plus activities, vendors and more. FirstOntario was proud to be the registration sponsor and support the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation. - Breakthrough Bash supporting Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation
This year’s event in support of Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation celebrated The Golden Age of Hollywood and highlighted personalized medicine at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) as researchers and clinicians advance prevention, diagnosis and treatment – moving beyond one-size-fits-all care. FirstOntario was proud to be a sponsor. - Halton Police Foundation Gala
The community came together for the annual Halton Heroes Gala with this year's proceeds enabling the Foundation to support essential programs for at-risk youth across Halton Region. FirstOntario was pleased to be a sponsor at this year's event.