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Wrexham AFC Announces North American Summer Tour Dates

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Wrexham AFC announced today the complete list of men’s first-team matches scheduled for the highly anticipated Summer Tour in the United States and Canada.

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  • Wrexham AFC announced today the complete list of men’s first-team matches scheduled for the highly anticipated Summer Tour in the United States and Canada.
  • Wrexham AFC co-chairmen Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds shared the news in a video today, you can watch it here .
  • Wrexham AFC Men’s ‘Wrex Coast Tour’ Dates:
    July 20, 2024 - Harder Stadium, Santa Barbara, CA - Wrexham Men's v. AFC Bournemouth
    July 24, 2024 - Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, CA - Wrexham Men's v. Chelsea FC
    July 27, 2024 - BC Place, Vancouver, Canada - Wrexham Men's v. Vancouver White Caps
    “Last year’s US Tour was a fantastic experience, and a memorable trip for all the players and staff,” said Phil Parkinson, Wrexham’s Men’s manager.
  • As a leading brand in women's sports, Ally will also serve as the title sponsor of the Wrexham AFC Women’s summer tour.

Momentum Worldwide Secures Milestone Sponsorship for Chevrolet Across Major League Soccer in Canada

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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New York, NY, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Worldwide, a global sponsorship and experience marketing agency that is part of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG), has led strategic negotiations and secured an exclusive partnership on behalf of Chevrolet and Major League Soccer (MLS) in Canada.

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  • New York, NY, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Momentum Worldwide, a global sponsorship and experience marketing agency that is part of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG), has led strategic negotiations and secured an exclusive partnership on behalf of Chevrolet and Major League Soccer (MLS) in Canada.
  • With the agreement now signed, soccer fans can look forward to new initiatives and unique experiences from Chevrolet.
  • "Chevrolet Canada is excited to partner with MLS, Vancouver Whitecaps, Toronto FC, and CF Montreal to support the highest level of soccer in Canada," said James Hodge, Brand Director of Chevrolet Canada.
  • The announcement of the partnership between MLS in Canada and Chevrolet comes at a time of tremendous momentum, growth, and investment in the sport of soccer in North America.

Houston Dynamo Football Club and Verizon partner for Fan Appreciation Week

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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HOUSTON, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) today announced that Verizon will serve as the official 5G partner of both Houston Dynamo FC and the Houston Dash. Both organizations will collaborate on enhancing the fan experience at Shell Energy Stadium and Verizon will serve as the presenting sponsor for Fan Appreciation Week, beginning on Sept. 30.

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  • Verizon will serve as the presenting sponsor for HDFC’s Fan Appreciation Week, a special week of activations to thank fans for their support throughout the year, featuring a postgame concert following the Houston Dash game on Oct. 8 featuring Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, and Rob Base at Shell Energy Stadium
    The partnership will also feature a pre-match party celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month prior to the Houston Dynamo match on Sept. 30 and exclusive experiences for sweepstakes winners at Shell Energy Stadium on Fan Appreciation Weekend
    HOUSTON, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) today announced that Verizon will serve as the official 5G partner of both Houston Dynamo FC and the Houston Dash.
  • Both organizations will collaborate on enhancing the fan experience at Shell Energy Stadium and Verizon will serve as the presenting sponsor for Fan Appreciation Week, beginning on Sept. 30.
  • “Verizon is thrilled to team up with the Houston Dynamo Football Club to present what is sure to be a fun-filled, memorable Fan Appreciation Week and support a strong finish to the regular season and beyond,” said Michelle R. Miller, Coastal Plains market president for Verizon.
  • Verizon will also serve as the presenting sponsor for two sweepstakes that will give fans exclusive experiences at Shell Energy Stadium as part of Fan Appreciation Week in October.

BMO Named Official Supporter of FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ in North America

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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Throughout the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ BMO will be joining soccer fans across North America in supporting the greatest athletes from around the world as they compete in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 through August 20.

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  • Throughout the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ BMO will be joining soccer fans across North America in supporting the greatest athletes from around the world as they compete in Australia and New Zealand from July 20 through August 20.
  • Commenting on the partnership, FIFA's Chief Business Officer, Romy Gai said, "We are delighted to welcome BMO as a Tournament Supporter for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023.
  • Catherine Roche, Chief Marketing Officer at BMO, added: "BMO is The Bank of Soccer, and this historical partnership reflects our commitment to growing the game across North America."
  • Through community impact-driven partnerships like these, BMO is growing the game of soccer across North America.

TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC team up with Ocean Wise; Collecting over 100 kgs of waste from local community beach, in less than 60 minutes

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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The match up demonstrates a shared commitment, announced as part of TELUS’ premier partnership with Whitecaps FC earlier this year , to drive meaningful impact in local communities in Vancouver.

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  • The match up demonstrates a shared commitment, announced as part of TELUS’ premier partnership with Whitecaps FC earlier this year , to drive meaningful impact in local communities in Vancouver.
  • Together with partners like Ocean Wise and Vancouver Whitecaps FC, TELUS is helping address some of today’s most pressing challenges in their local communities.
  • "Ocean Wise empowers businesses, community groups and families to take action for the ocean,” said Carlos Drews, Executive Vice President, Conservation, Ocean Wise.
  • “At Vancouver Whitecaps FC, our community is at the heart of our club,” said Axel Schuster, Chief Executive Officer, Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

REPEAT – TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC tackle harmful litter during Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To kick off the summer cleanup season, TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC will join the Ocean Wise team at Spanish Banks Beach, on June 16th to take action for the ocean, as part of the 18th annual TELUS Days of Giving .

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To kick off the summer cleanup season, TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC will join the Ocean Wise team at Spanish Banks Beach, on June 16th to take action for the ocean, as part of the 18th annual TELUS Days of Giving .
  • Every year, 400 million tons of plastic is produced, 36 per cent of which is designed for single use or packaging.
  • The Shoreline Cleanup is the largest direct-action environmental project in Canada, helping remove approximately 13 million tons of plastic that enters oceanic currents annually.
  • This Friday, the Shoreline Cleanup opportunity brings together three longstanding Vancouver-based organizations and further builds upon the commitment TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC made earlier this year, when TELUS joined as the club’s premier partner to drive meaningful change in local communities.

TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC tackle harmful litter during Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To kick off the summer cleanup season, TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC will join the Ocean Wise team at Spanish Banks Beach, on June 16th to take action for the ocean, as part of the 18th annual TELUS Days of Giving .

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To kick off the summer cleanup season, TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC will join the Ocean Wise team at Spanish Banks Beach, on June 16th to take action for the ocean, as part of the 18th annual TELUS Days of Giving .
  • Every year, 400 million tons of plastic is produced, 36 per cent of which is designed for single use or packaging.
  • The Shoreline Cleanup is the largest direct-action environmental project in Canada, helping remove approximately 13 million tons of plastic that enters oceanic currents annually.
  • This Friday, the Shoreline Cleanup opportunity brings together three longstanding Vancouver-based organizations and further builds upon the commitment TELUS and Vancouver Whitecaps FC made earlier this year, when TELUS joined as the club’s premier partner to drive meaningful change in local communities.

TELUS investing $18.5 billion in British Columbia through 2027 to support vital network connectivity, sustainability and innovation

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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Since 2000, TELUS has invested more than $59 billion in British Columbia alone, building global leading industry networks and has been recognized as B.C’s top broadband network by Opensignal.

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  • Since 2000, TELUS has invested more than $59 billion in British Columbia alone, building global leading industry networks and has been recognized as B.C’s top broadband network by Opensignal.
  • This builds on the more than $59 billion TELUS has invested in network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across British Columbia since 2000,” said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS.
  • “Our globally recognized networks are the backbone of our digital economy and societies, driving innovation and uplifting marginalized communities.
  • Now through 2027 in British Columbia, TELUS is:
    Celebrating 10 years of PureFibre: The only 100 per cent all fibre network in B.C.

Molson Coors Beverage Company secures multi-year partnership with BC Place, BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps FC

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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TORONTO, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Molson Coors Beverage Company is pleased to announce its new partnership with BC Place to become the Official and Exclusive Beer Partner of the stadium and the BC Lions.

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  • TORONTO, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Molson Coors Beverage Company is pleased to announce its new partnership with BC Place to become the Official and Exclusive Beer Partner of the stadium and the BC Lions.
  • “We’re proud to be working with BC Place, as well as creating impactful partnerships with both the BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps FC teams,” says Brian Collins, Director of Partnerships & Events for Molson Coors Beverage Company.
  • “This partnership provides a great opportunity to place the Molson Coors portfolio at the heart of the moments where British Columbians are celebrating together and cheering on the Lions and the Whitecaps FC.
  • The partnership marks the return of Molson Coors to BC Place following their previous partnership in 2009.

BMO JOINS ANGEL CITY FOOTBALL CLUB AS FOUNDING PARTNER

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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BMO extends reach into Southern California, actively supporting the region's impact-driven soccer team

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  • BMO extends reach into Southern California, actively supporting the region's impact-driven soccer team
    LOS ANGELES and CHICAGO and TORONTO, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Angel City Football Club today announced that BMO has joined the ACFC family as a Founding Partner.
  • The announcement coincides with BMO announcing it secured the naming rights to Angel City's home stadium now called BMO Stadium.
  • Angel City will kick off its season at BMO Stadium in downtown Los Angeles in late March 2023.
  • "We are excited to work alongside BMO to create opportunities across Los Angeles to help build future leaders and grow the game of soccer together," said Julie Uhrman, Co-Founder and President of Angel City Football Club.