Forge FC and Tiger-Cats team back up with McMaster Children’s Hospital

Forge FC and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats are teaming back up with McMaster Children’s Hospital to inspire sick children.

‘Hearts in the Huddle’ is kicking off their 2025 program at the hospital today in an event which will see players from both teams spending time with children and their families.

“This initiative allows our athletes to connect with and support children and families in our community in ways that truly matter,” ​ says Kyle Lohnes, Vice President of Partnerships, Hamilton Sports Group

Throughout the season, the CFL and Canadian Premier League players will make regularly scheduled visits to McMaster Children’s Hospital and the program will provide select patients and their families with game day experiences at Hamilton Stadium, including pre-game field-level access, player meet-and-greets and other unique opportunities. ​

“The Tiger-Cats and Forge FC are valuable community partners, and we appreciate their efforts to support the incredible work being done at McMaster Children’s Hospital,” said Anissa Hilborn, CEO of Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation.

Hearts in the Huddle is organized by the Hamilton Sports Group and Slate Asset Management.

Affiliated with McMaster University, McMaster Children’s Hospital is one of Canada’s largest pediatric academic tertiary care teaching hospitals.

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