YMCA Community Classic Raises $223,623 in Support of Communities Across Eastern Ontario
October 6, 2026 – Kingston, ON – The YMCA of Eastern Ontario is celebrating a successful first YMCA Community Classic, raising $223,623 in support of programs and services that help individuals and families across the region thrive.
Pictured above, from left: Emily Wimpenny, Director, Philanthropy & Brand, YMCA of Eastern Ontario; Gord Sinclair, The Tragically Hip; Pete Sauerbrei, Managing Partner, Cityflats; Rob Adams, CEO, YMCA of Eastern Ontario; Graham Coe, Managing Partner, Cityflats; and Paul Langlois, The Tragically Hip.
Held October 5 at the Cataraqui Golf & Country Club, the sold-out tournament welcomed 144 golfers for a day of golf, community and giving back.
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who made the Community Classic such a success,” said Rob Adams, CEO, YMCA of Eastern Ontario. “The funds raised will have a meaningful impact in communities across Eastern Ontario, helping the YMCA provide opportunities for children, youth, adults and families to be active, build connections and access the programs and supports they need, regardless of their financial circumstances.”
Supporting communities across Eastern Ontario
Funds raised through the Community Classic support the YMCA of Eastern Ontario’s charitable work throughout the region, including financial assistance for YMCA memberships and programs, access to summer camp, youth recreation and leadership opportunities, and community-based programs such as Work Hard Eat Well, which combines physical activity, nutritious meals, food skills and mentorship for local youth.
Community support makes the inaugural tournament possible
The YMCA extends a special thank you to Pete Sauerbrei, Graham Coe and the entire team from Cityflats, the tournament’s Title Sponsor, for their leadership and commitment to making the Community Classic a success.
“Cityflats believed in this event from the beginning and helped us build something very special for the communities we serve,” said Adams. “Their leadership, generosity and commitment to the YMCA helped bring together an incredible group of sponsors, golfers and community partners. We are tremendously grateful for their support.”
The day was made especially memorable by the support of Gord Sinclair and Paul Langlois of The Tragically Hip, who joined golfers and community partners in support of the YMCA. The tournament also welcomed Kingston Frontenacs General Manager Kory Cooper, Captain Vann Williamson and Alternate Captain Andre Mondoux.
“We were incredibly honoured to have Gord and Paul join us for such a special day,” said Adams. “Their connection to the region and support of community made their participation especially meaningful.”
The YMCA thanks every golfer, sponsor, donor, volunteer and community partner who contributed to the success of the tournament.
Thank you to our 2026 YMCA Community Classic sponsors
Title Sponsor
- Cityflats
Gold Sponsor
- Barr Homes
Silver Sponsors
- BDO
- Cara Co
- EFI
- Mascon Restorations
Community Sponsors
- Brookland Homes
- Chris Mahon Real Estate
- Cunningham Swan Lawyers
- FDF Group
- Hopkins Chitty Land Surveyors Inc.
- Jay Rayner CI Assante Wealth Management
- Kingston Frontenacs
- McDougall Insurance
Hole/Tasting Sponsors
- BMO Commercial Banking – Kyle Lester
- Coca-Cola
- DigiGraphics
- Fotenn Planning and Design
- Kingston Community Credit Union
- Lonestar Kingston
- McDonald’s
- MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Co.
- Nexus Community Builders
- N.F.P Designs and Lamour’s Outdoors
- Scotiabank Commercial Banking – Lisa Spencer and AJ Burlington
- Soloway Wright Lawyers
- SportsHeadz
- Starbucks
- RBC
- YMCA of Eastern Ontario Board of Directors
- YMCA of Eastern Ontario Senior Management Team
Media Sponsors
- Moments by Katie Grace
- MBC Media – 98.3 Fly FM
About the YMCA of Eastern Ontario
The YMCA of Eastern Ontario is a charity dedicated to building healthier, more connected and inclusive communities. Through health and fitness, aquatics, childcare, camps, youth programming and community initiatives, the YMCA provides opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to reach their full potential in spirit, mind and body.
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Media Contact:
Emily Wimpenny
Director, Philanthropy and Brand
YMCA of Eastern Ontario
Emily.wimpenny@eo.ymca.ca
613-802-8887
