Sponsorship

Celebrating 16 Years of Recognizing Our Youth

Join us as we recognize the talent and accomplishments of Indigenous youth within the region, and acknowledge individuals and groups who have made a difference in the lives of Indigenous youth.

We are excited to celebrate out 16th year of the Northwestern Ontario Indigenous Youth Achievement and Recognition Awards and are humble and grateful for the support the community has shown for the event.

We can celebrate our youth at these awards thanks to the generosity of sponsorship from companies and organizations such as yours who share the credence our youth are the leaders of today and tomorrow.  Each year our event grows greater with upwards of 350 people in attendance.                 

By committing to sponsorship for our awards dinner, our sponsors are a part of recognizing and encouraging Indigenous youth along their journey as they look forward to new and innovative ways of learning and planning for their future.

Attached is our sponsorship package for your consideration. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sharon Smith-Baxter at 807.474.2351. Thank you for your kindness and generosity to support such a worthy event.

To become a sponsor please fill out the form in the link below.

Sponsorship Form

Sponsorship Levels

Migizi - Eagle Sponsor ($2,000 and up)

  • Reserved table of 8
  • Sponsorship of Award Category
  • Visible Display Board/Pull Up Signage at Awards Dinner
  • Recognized acknowledgement as a "Leading Sponsor" on our website, in advertising and program materials
  • A representative will be called upon during the award category sponsored to assist with the presentation of award to winners
  • Certificate of Appreciation

Makwa - Bear Sponsor ($1,000-$1,999)

  • Acknowledgement in our event program, on our website and in advertising and program materials
  • Four (4) guest tickets to the Award Ceremony
  • Visible Display Board/Pull Up Signage at Awards Dinner
  • Certificate of Appreciation

Ma'iingan - Wolf Sponsor ($500-$999)

  • Receive acknowledgement in our event program, on our website and in advertising and program materials
  • Two (2) guest tickets to the Award Ceremony
  • Certificate of Appreciation

Moos - Moose Sponsor (Under $500)

  • Receive acknowledgement in our event program, on our website and in advertising and program materials
  • Certificate of Appreciation

Past Sponsors

  • Bell
  • Canada Safeway
  • City of Thunder Bay
  • Confederation College
  • Grand Portage
  • Lakehead Public School Board
  • Lakehead University Office of Aboriginal Initiatives
  • Matawa First Nations Management
  • Métis Nation of Ontario
  • National Centre for First Nations Governance
  • Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN)
  • North Superior Workforce Planning Board/Passport to Prosperity
  • Ontario Native Women’s Association
  • Ontario Power Generation
  • Seven
  • TBayTel
  • Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board
  • Thunder Bay Indian Friendship Centre
  • Thunder Bay Urban Aboriginal Strategy
  • Wasaya
  • Wawatay News
  • YES Employment