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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!

Upcoming Events

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

Food4Kids Hamilton Pack Night

Wednesday, May 21
Hamilton

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 are helping assemble the packages so they can be delivered on Friday.

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Ladies Who Give - La Dolce Vita in support of Keaton's House - Paul Paletta Children's Hospice

Thursday, May 22
Hamilton

Every year the Ladies That Give gather a community of women to support organizations in the community. This year's La Dolce Vita event support's Keaton's House - Paul Paletta Children's Hospice and FirstOntario's Blue Wave employee volunteers will be on hand to support a successful event.

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11th Annual CARE Walk & Roll

Saturday, May 24
Hamilton

The 11th Annual CARE Walk in support of the Cancer Assistance program is taking place with fundraising supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. FirstOntario is proud to be the presenting sponsor and have our Blue Wave employee volunteers participate in this event.

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats Home Games

Hamilton Stadium

Oskee wee wee! Join us in cheering on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 2025 season and stop by the FirstOntario Community Lounge on Level 2 of the east side stands at Hamilton Stadium.

Saturday, May 24
Pre-season
Ticats vs Toronto Argonauts

Saturday, June 14
Home opener presented by FirstOntario
Ticats vs Saskatchewan Roughriders

Friday, June 27
Ticats vs Montreal Alouettes

Saturday, July 12
Ticats vs Ottawa Redblacks

Thursday, August 7
Ticats vs BC Lions

Learn more about FirstOntario's Hamilton Tiger-Cats perks

Past Events

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

Food4Kids Niagara Pack Night

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 to assemble the packages to be delivered.

Community First Day - Burlington Food Bank Community Gardens

FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers helped in the community garden in support of Burlington Food Bank to help prepare the gardens for the upcoming growing season.

Gore Park Community Outreach

The Gore Park Community Outreach makes a difference in Downtown Hamilton by serving nearly 1,000 guests weekly at Gore Park. They provide food, drinks, and a sense of community to seniors, families, refugees, and those experiencing homelessness. FirstOntario's Blue Wave employee volunteers recently supported the initiative.

Beautiful Alleys and CN Rail Track Clean Up

Beautiful Alleys partnered with CN Rail to form the Track Gang which comes together twice a year to clean up garbage along the railway lines. FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers helped with this recent clean up.

BeFit Day

Ticats BeFit Program, presented by FirstOntario Credit Union, aims to educate the youth of TigerTown and the surrounding regions on the importance of living a healthy and active lifestyle and is led by Ticats players and Dance & Cheer Team members. Each year, the Ticats host a BeFit Day held at the Hamilton Stadium for students and FirstOntario Blue Wave employee volunteers were on hand to make the day successful.

 

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