FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TGGO Golf event contributes $17,000 in cash and tourism experiences to the Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada.
TORONTO, ON – October 29, 2026 – The Tourism Golf Group of Ontario (TGGO) and the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) is proud to contribute $7,000 cash and $10,000 in attraction experiences to the Starlight Children Foundation Canada.
The Ontario Tourism community came together on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Nottawasaga Resort & Conference Centre for the inaugural TGGO Charity Golf event, bringing current and retired tourism professionals together for a day of golf, networking, friendship and giving back in support of Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada. The event featured golf, on-course contests and activities, networking and an evening reception, dinner and awards celebration.
The organizing committee is greatly appreciative of our sponsors, partners and donors including:
- Globe & Mail
- Talent Employment Agency
- Ottawa Tourism
- Southwest Ontario Tourism
- Bay of Quinte Tourism
- Abell Pest Control
- Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island
- York 1
- Cold Break Brewing
- Glowzone
In addition to sponsorship support, tourism partners and businesses contributed memorable experiences, travel opportunities and accommodations that hospitalized children and their families will be able to utilize over the coming year. We thank Attractions Ontario for their assistance in securing experiences from their members.
“The tourism industry and our corporate partners were extremely generous with their donations and sponsorship support that made our inaugural event a great success and brought our charitable vision to life” said Narvin Singh, Chair of the TGGO. “This event gave us an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and friends, celebrate the strength of our industry and provide smiles and memorable experiences for children dealing with medical challenges.
About Starlight Canada: What makes Starlight Canada unique is that we are there for the entire journey – from hospital to home. Starlight’s out-of-hospital wish program grant wishes of all sizes to give seriously ill children and their families a reason to smile and special memories to hold on to. Whether they are wishing for a simple night out with a loved one or dreaming big with an ultimate wish of a lifetime, Starlight creates magic where kids can shine even when sick.
“TIAO Is pleased to have the opportunity to support the convening of our industry. Networking events are key for collaboration and where better than an event that provides a legacy of industry knowledge with those that are addressing current innovations, trends and developments. Merging these together while supporting the Starlight Foundation, and supporting the Ontario Tourism Strategy ensures Forward Motion” - Carol Greenwood, VP Operations & Partnerships, Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO)
For more information on how you can get involved in our 2027 event, please feel free to reach out to tourismgolfgroup@gmail.com .
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