2025

Written by Mert Uraz, a new student in the PinballBURSARY program. She started her first semester at University of Ottawa studying Biomedical Science. Accountability is not just about keeping promises; it is about being aware of how our choices go out into the world around us. At our recent meeting, we explored how self-awareness shapes accountability, reminding us that every action we take is influenced by our emotions, thought patterns, and current state of mind. Being s

We are excited to welcome our new Director of Philanthropy to the Pinball Foundation family. With his expertise and experience, we are confident he will be an invaluable addition to our team. MEET GINO GIACOMINI! Gino Giacomini is the new Director of Philanthropy at the Pinball Foundation, where he focuses on building meaningful relationships with donors and corporate partners to grow the Foundation’s reach and impact. Bringing over two decades of leadership experience at Tor

Written by Kemi Oyapero, PinballBURSARY Recipient What do all successful people have in common? Before they were able to reach security in their finances, their career, their own being, they had help. As young adults we’re in an awkward phase in life where your parents aren’t there to hold your hand every step of the way, however, you don’t necessarily have everything quite figured out yet. For many of us, as we navigate this new phase of our lives, it is difficult to admit w

Written By: Paul VanderGriendt, Event Manager Mentorship Session Diary. Entry 29 Resilience is something that doesn’t come easily, but rather something we build over time and through different experiences. Resilience comes from being tested again and again, having to face challenges, overcome barriers and find solutions. Sometimes we won’t be feeling or performing our best, but we need to find the strength to bounce back and continue moving. As long as we can find progress a

Please join us in welcoming our newest interns to the Pinball Foundation family. With their skills and experience, we are confident they will be valuable assets to our team. MEET JOHN! John is finishing his Graduate Certificate in Sport and Event Marketing at George Brown College. He completed his Bachelor's Degree in Media Science and he has experience in sales, events, and fundraising, with expertise in creative content creation and digital marketing. John is also skilled i