Niagara College will bring together community members for an inspiring morning of conversation and connection at its upcoming fundraising event, Rise & Inspire: Creating Community Legacy Through Sport.
Taking place on Tuesday, May 19 at The Core at the College’s Welland Campus, the breakfast will raise funds in support of student-athlete scholarships, helping to empower the next generation of NC Knights to succeed in both academics and athletics. Funds raised will help ease financial barriers, assist with tuition and academic costs, and enable student-athletes to pursue their academic aspirations while excelling in their sport.
The event will feature distinguished guests, the Honourable Neil Lumsden, Ontario’s Minister of Sport, and Paul Johnson, City Manager for the City of Toronto, who will take part in a discussion exploring how major sporting events can leave lasting community impact. The conversation will highlight how Ontario and Toronto are leveraging global events such as the FIFA World Cup to strengthen communities, and how similar opportunities can benefit the Niagara Region through increased sport tourism and local engagement.
The event will be moderated by Michele O’Keefe, Senior Director of Athletics and Student Engagement at NC, and will provide attendees with insights into the power of sport to drive economic growth, build community pride, and create lasting benefits for local communities.
“We’re excited to have Minister Neil Lumsden and Paul Johnson on campus to discuss the importance of creating community legacy through sport,” said O’Keefe. “With Canada playing host to the World Cup games, there’s a unique opportunity to discuss how post-secondary institutions, schools, government, corporations and local businesses can work together to build a dynamic sport and activity hub, while also raising support for student-athlete scholarships.
Guests can register for the event online here. Tickets are $50 per person or $375 for a table of 8. Seating is limited and early registration is encouraged to secure a spot at the event. Breakfast will begin at 8 a.m.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities or event activations, please contact Michele O’Keefe at [email protected].
