As part of the digital hub, BMO will be the presenting partner of the first-ever interactive Canada Games app.
(St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – September 10, 2024) – The 2025 Canada Games Host Society is pleased to announce BMO as the Presenting Partner of the 2025 Canada Games Digital Hub and the Official Presenting Partner of Soccer. The 2025 Canada Games, taking place in St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, will welcome more than 4,000 athletes, including provincial soccer teams from across the country, over 18 days of competition.
As part of the digital hub, BMO will be the lead partner of the Canada Games interactive app, which will be a central source of information and engagement for fans and attendees of the festivities. The bilingual app, launching in November 2024, will include event schedules, event results, the full festival program, interactive maps, a daily highlight video, and much more. The app will be available for free download on the Android and Apple app stores.
“We are thrilled to welcome BMO as a key partner of the 2025 Canada Games,” said Kim Keating and Karl Smith, co-chairs of the 2025 Canada Games Council. “Their support will contribute to the success of our soccer events – a key sport that has been featured at every Canada Summer Games since 1969 – and will significantly enhance the digital experience for all our participants and spectators. BMO’s commitment to youth sports aligns perfectly with the values and vision of the Canada Games.”
“BMO is thrilled to be the Presenting Partner of the new 2025 Canada Games digital app and the Presenting Partner of Soccer, demonstrating our support for young Canadian athletes from coast to coast to coast,” said Brian Tobin, Vice Chairman, BMO.
“For decades, the Games have brought people together, helped build strong and prosperous communities, and fostered the growth and development of the next generation of youth. As the Bank of Soccer and through our dedication to growing soccer in North America, we look forward to seeing Canada’s best players compete on this national stage.”
As part of this partnership, BMO’s name will also be prominently featured across the 2025 Canada Games’ digital properties, including the digital newsletter, daily highlights reel and photo of the day.
For more information on the 2025 Canada Games and to stay up to date on the latest news, visit us on social media @2025canadagames.
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About the St. John’s 2025 Canada Games
From August 8 to 25, 2025, the 2025 Canada Games will bring together more than 4,000 athletes, managers, and coaches across 19 different sports for the country’s largest multi-sport event. The Canada Games showcase the best of the best in sport and celebrate the immense talents of our youth. The Games create a spirit of unity that extends to every province and territory. People connect beyond the playing field, forming deep-rooted bonds of friendship and a collective passion for amateur sport in Canada. The 2025 Canada Games invite Canadians to connect through friendship, sport, adventure, and experience St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. In a place like no other, you can expect to find Games like no other. For more information, please visit 2025canadagames.ca or follow us on X, Facebook and Instagram (@2025canadagames).
