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Sundays are for grit, guts, and grind. In the lead-up to the annual Victory Gala, Oakville Boxing Academy lights up Sunday mornings with Sunday Smash. Every other week, our fighters come together not just to train, but to connect, push limits, and stay accountable. Sunday Smash is more than just a workout—it's where the journey takes shape. It's where the community shows up. Family, friends, and supporters are invited to be part of the action, standing in their boxer's corne

On March 9th, a new group of motivated young people took a big step toward their futures by joining the PinballACCELERATOR cohort. Just under three weeks later, on March 27th, they crossed the finish line equipped with new skills, stronger confidence, and a clearer path into meaningful employment. PinballACCELERATOR is more than just a training program. It’s an intensive, fast-track career readiness experience designed specifically for youth aged 18–29 who are ready to transi

We’re excited to introduce the newest PinballNEXT Ambassadors, proud alumni of the Pinball Foundation. Having previously participated in our programs, they bring a unique perspective shaped by firsthand experience, growth, and a deep connection to the mission of empowering the next generation of changemakers. As a PinballNEXT Ambassador, they now step into a leadership role, giving back to the community that helped shape their journey while inspiring current and future partic

Clarity and conviction, married and abundant, Their unflinching extended palms, Truly, a gentle balm softens Years, Of unheard “we are here! We are here!”’s. They ask “Who are you?” and “Who will you be?” Suffocated by hand-me-down patterns? Or Will you set yourself free? Three strikes you’re out, Ten strikes your gold Flip the script as you’re playing Change the game Not your soul. Spare no expense in trying. Strive for greatness. Glory. Legacy. Strive! You have four hands a

The Foundation had an incredible experience attending Corporate Connect at KPMG’s Toronto office, an exclusive opportunity created for our students and alumni to engage directly with industry professionals. The afternoon began with a keynote address from Brandy Ryan, Director of Inclusion, Diversity & Equity, followed by a Campus Recruitment overview presented by Sav Campbell-Sharma and Andrea Govedarica. Attendees also gained valuable insights during a Black Professionals Ne

Written By: Gino Giacomini, Director of Partnerships. The National Basketball Association (NBA) Foundation announced its latest round of grant making today, continuing its mission to expand economic opportunity and workforce pathways for young people in under-resourced communities across the country. We are honoured to share that the Pinball Foundation has been selected as a recipient of the NBA Foundation Round 16 Grants, supporting programs that champion creative futures an

As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Pinball Foundation, Legacy Lift-off honours the powerful journey of Black Canadians. This one-of-a-kind experience brought together visionary leaders and changemakers for an unforgettable visit to Pier 21 — Canada’s historic gateway. On February 3rd, 2026, guests embarked on an exclusive one-day chartered flight from Toronto to Halifax, tracing the footsteps of Black Canadian history and paying tribute to the stories that have shape