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Community Events

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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.

Comfort Bears Inc

Tuesday, July 23

Comfort Bears provides cuddly bears for children with terminal illness or experiencing serious trauma. Having a bear to hold onto makes a big difference for a child going through difficult times in their young lives. FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers will be helping to tag, sort and pack bears for delivery to various hospitals and hospices.

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Hospice Niagara 5 Car Draw

Throughout July and August
St. Catharines

Hospice Niagara helps families live well from diagnosis to bereavement and their annual 5 Car Draw is an important fundraiser supporting delivery of their programs to the community. FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers are helping to sell tickets at their location in St. Catharines.

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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, August 2
Ticats vs. Montreal Alouettes

Saturday, August 17
Ticats vs. Edmonton Elk

Monday, September 2
Ticats vs. Toronto Argonauts

Saturday, September 14
Ticats vs. Ottawa Redblacks

Friday, October 4
Ticats vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Friday, October 18
Ticats vs. Calgary Stampeders

Learn more about FirstOntario's Hamilton Tiger-Cats perks

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Pride Hamilton

Saturday, August 10
Pier 4 park, Hamilton

Join Pride Hamilton for a full day of fun at Pier 4 Park! Pride at the Pier will bring vendors, performers, local eats and family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. FirstOntario's Blue Wave employee volunteers will be on hand at the FirstOntario tent, so come by and say hello!

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Hamilton Cardinals Baseball

Friday, August 16
Bernie Arbour Memorial Stadium, Hamilton

The Hamilton Cardinals are an amateur Canadian baseball team in the Intercounty Baseball League are the second oldest sports team in the city of Hamilton. FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers will be on hand to help with various gameday roles.

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Cowapolooza

Saturday, August 17
Southside Park, Woodstock

Cowapolooza is celebrating it's 21st year this August! Woodstock's favourite summer festival includes free music, kids activities and more. Drop by the FirstOntario tent for some popcorn and to say hello!

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Past Events

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

Cayuga Summer Festival

Summer is here and the Cayuga Chamber of Commerce celebrated with the first ever Cayuga Summer Festival. The FirstOntario tent and staff joined in the fun.

Hamilton Cardinals Baseball

The Hamilton Cardinals are an amateur Canadian baseball team in the Intercounty Baseball League are the second oldest sports team in the city of Hamilton. FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers were on hand for the July 19 game to help with various gameday roles.

Wienerfest

Wienerfest 2024 is a fun family event to celebrate the breed that we all love – Dachshunds! It promotes responsible dog ownership and raises people’s awareness of pet rescue. Wienerfest 2024 is Southwestern Ontario’s largest dog festival and Canada’s largest breed-specific dog festival. FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers were on hand for the festival.

 

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