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2018 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE
August 26 to 29, 2018
Message from the Committee
On behalf of the Fishing for Kids Tournament at The West Coast development and growth of CAN. In the 13-year history of Fishing
Fishing Club, we extend our sincerest appreciation for your For Kids, we have contributed more than $9 million in support
sponsorship consideration as we strive to make this 13th annual of BC children’s charities, and the impact of this donation has
event the biggest and most benevolent in its history. Our reached every corner of the province and beyond.
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philanthropic giving, and the support of our province’s most But as the number of families affected by autism continues to
successful and community minded companies is essential to its increase, we need and want to do more. As we prepare for the
continued success. 13th annual tournament in 2018, your vision and support is more
critical than ever to the Canucks Autism Network as they strive to
Each year, we strive to minimize tournament costs and maximize meet unprecedented needs. It is our sincere hope that you will
the contributions made to our beneficiary. Since 2009 the join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families
Fishing for Kids Tournament has contributed a portion of its living with autism.
fundraising efforts to the Canucks Autism Network. As of 2012,
one hundred percent of our fund-raising efforts have been We encourage you to take a moment to review the sponsorship
dedicated to CAN. The $6.3 million raised since 2009, combined opportunities available for this year’s event and pledge your
with proceeds from previous years, has played a pivotal role in the support to help!
Committee
Brian Grange
Courtney Hatfield
Noah Morantz
Julie Catling
Tara Green
Derek Nyrose
Mark Smith
Suzanne Stunder
Chris Dale
Billie Lawrence
Kirk McLean
Michael Gray
Trevor Baker
Patricia Wu
Ryan Yao
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Welcome to the 13th Annual
Fishing For Kids Tournament
at The West Coast Fishing Club
Back in 2006, the inaugural Fishing for Kids Tournament connected
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The generosity of the participants has been instrumental to
meaningful impact through charitable giving, and by participating
in a unique and memorable sport-fishing event. Now entering its
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the success and longevity of the Fishing For Kids Tournament.
That generosity is exemplified every year as winning participants
13th year, the Fishing for Kids Tournament is widely acknowledged eagerly donate their winnings back to the beneficiary,
as one of the premier fundraising events of its kind. maintaining a tradition that is at the heart of our success and
ensures our ability to support the important and essential work
The West Coast Fishing Club is proud to host this annual event of the Canucks Autism Network.
amid the breathtaking beauty of Haida Gwaii, and we are even
more proud to have contributed over $9 million in tournament
proceeds to help BC Children’s Charities. The philanthropy of our
supporters, who return year after year and carry on the tradition of
giving, symbolizes the true spirit of the Fishing for Kids Tournament.
In 2017, the 12th Annual Fishing for Kids Tournament raised over
$800,000 to benefit the Canucks Autism Network. Together with
our sponsors, participants and volunteers, we again made a
meaningful impact on the lives of children and families living with
autism throughout British Columbia.
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Message from the
Canucks Autism Network
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Since 2009, the Fishing For Kids Tournament has fueled What is CAN?
Canucks Autism Network (CAN) in its mission to enrich the quality The Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides high-quality sports and
of life of individuals and families living with autism in British
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recreation programs for individuals and families living with autism
Columbia. It has provided children with the opportunity to take while increasing awareness and providing training in communities
part in sports and recreational activities that build skills, friendships, across British Columbia.
confidence and self-esteem.
• CAN supports over 3,900 members across the province
At CAN, we see firsthand the impact we have on the families • 620 volunteers contributed over 10,000 hours to CAN
we serve. We watch as parents bond over shared experiences, programs last year
as participants break through barriers, and as families realize • CAN employs over 265 highly trained support staff each year
that they are not alone. However, with 16,000 children and youth
living with autism in BC, we recognize that there is still much
What is Autism?
work to be done. We also recognize the heightened need for
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder, more
support in the underserviced areas of our province. For this
generally referred to as ‘autism.’ Autism is diagnosed based on
reason, our focus in the coming year will be on building capacity
difficulties with social communication and behaviour, but there is
across BC by arming community recreation staff with strategies
significant variability among individuals who share the diagnosis.
for supporting children with autism in community settings.
Autism occurs in all racial, ethnic and social groups, but is almost five
By doing so, we will be able to provide even more families with
times more likely to occur in boys than girls.
access to community level support in their home communities,
whether on the Island, in the Interior, in the North or in the • 1 in 66 children have autism in Canada
Lower Mainland. • Autism is almost 5 times more common among boys than girls
On behalf of everyone at Canucks Autism Network, thank you to the • Approximately 25% of individuals with autism are nonverbal
Fishing For Kids participants, sponsors and organizers for making • 65% of parents reported that their child with autism had been
this philanthropic event a success year after year. It is thanks to you victimized by peers in some way within the past year
that we can continue to welcome new members. It is thanks to you
that we can transport families from a life of isolation into a world
of hope. It is thanks to you that we can empower kids to be kids.
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Champion Child
Each year a child is selected by the Canucks Autism Network to participate in the Fishing for Kids tournament as the Wheaton
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m and their parent share in the beauty of Haida Gwaii and are invited to share
their family’s story of the integral support provided by the tournament’s participants and sponsors. This is often a highlight for the
tournament guests as they are able to see the significance of their generous contributions first-hand.
My son, Andrew, is 9 years Then 3 years ago, we had an opportunity to enroll Andrew in
old. My husband and I vividly the Canucks Autism Network (CAN) skating program; we signed
remember the day we brought him up immediately. It was a breakthrough chance for him to
him home from the hospital, thrive with the adapted coaching he needed.
and the dreams we built for
him in our minds. Within 6 In 2016, after developing his skills and confidence on the ice
months, we noticed he was not with CAN, Andrew joined the Vancouver Orcas – a hockey
developing like other babies. team for children and youth with autism. CAN provides the
After countless clinical visits, joy and excitement of hockey, and other sports, in a way that
Andrew was diagnosed with accommodates the unique needs of each player.
autism at the age of 2.
Andrew now has a passion he can share with his teammates and
I was heartbroken, but I was his family. Without CAN, Andrew would still be sitting behind
also determined to give the glass, or up in the stands, watching other children play a sport
Andrew all the experiences of he so eagerly embraces.
a “normal” childhood. For our
family, our love of sports is We are just one family, though. With your support, CAN will
what connects us to each other continue to help children like Andrew realize their dreams
and our community. Above all, playing hockey is our ultimate and thrive. I would like to thank Wheaton Precious Metals,
passion, and for as long as I can remember, Andrew has wanted The West Coast Fishing Club, the Vancouver Canucks, and all
to play hockey too. I tried everything, but no organization could the Fishing For Kids organizers and sponsors for helping families
accommodate his extra needs on the ice. As his mother, I saw with autism - families like mine - push the limits of the possible.
his enthusiasm and potential; others just saw the extra effort
required to include him. Tina Chiao
2018 Wheaton Precious Metals Champion Mother
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There are many ways to become involved. Our sponsorship packages offer fantastic opportunities to gain excellent exposure as a member
and supporter of the Fishing For Kids Tournament. We have developed a variety of sponsorship packages offering high visibility and the
opportunity to create a lasting impression.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
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Title Sponsorship $50,000 Exclusive
Major Sponsorship $25,000 4 Opportunities
Kickoff Reception Sponsorship $25,000 2 Opportunities
Wall of Giving Sponsorship $20,000 Exclusive
Weigh Boat Sponsorship $15,000 Exclusive
All Weather Suit Sponsorship $10,000 2 Opportunities
Corporate Sponsor $10,000 4 Opportunities
Corporate Gift Sponsor $10,000 2 Opportunities
Wine Sponsor $10,000 Exclusive
Beer Sponsor $5,000 Exclusive
North Island Lodge Lunch Sponsor $5,000 Exclusive
Friend of FFK $5,000 Unlimited
Cast-Off Breakfast $2,500 2 Opportunities
Design Your Own Sponsorship Contact Us
We welcome the opportunity to negotiate and customize other innovative measures not described above.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities please contact Courtney Hatfield: Courtney@westcoastfishingclub.com or call 604-233-9232
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August 26 to 29, 2018
Thank you 2018 Sponsors
Host Sponsors
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Major Sponsors
Corporate Sponsors
Friends of the Event
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Vision
The Fishing For Kids Tournament at
The West Coast Fishing Club enhances the lives of
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community through charitable giving.
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Mission
Bringing together industry and community leaders
to inspire and encourage charitable giving.
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