WestJet, the Calgary Flames alumni association, has signed a two-year partnership

WestJet and the Calgary Flames Alumni Association today announced a new two-year partnership aimed at opening up new opportunities to give back to the community by increasing access to sports for Western Canadian youth.

“Our partnership with the Calgary Flames alumni is based on a mutual passion for engaging with and giving back to our shared hometown,” said Jeff Hagen, WestJet vice president of commercial development and strategic partnerships. “Through our long-standing relationship, we are proud to support Alumni's initiatives to increase youth participation in sport.”

Integral to the enhanced partnership announcement is WestJet's sponsorship of the Calgary Flames Alumni Hockey School, which aims to provide families with affordable access to hockey camp in an effort to keep youth active and engaged in Western Canada. In addition, the camp provides an opportunity for the alumni group to interact with school participants and impart a broad knowledge of the game.

“Partnering with Calgary's hometown airline, WestJet, is an important part of connecting our Alumni team to important events and philanthropic opportunities that we were privileged to represent and play in support of our collective efforts to give back to the city and youth,” said Jamie Macoon, Calgary Flames. alumni president.

WestJet first began working with Calgary Flames alumni in 2014 as an official sponsor of the annual Calgary Flames Alumni Masters Tournament. Continuing the tradition, WestJet is sponsoring this year's tournament and fundraiser to directly support children and families affected by Cerebral Palsy. In addition to WestJet's sponsorship of Calgary Flames Alumni events, the airline supports Alumni members in connecting with the communities they support and strengthening their philanthropic fundraising efforts.

“Throughout our 28-year history, we've strived to foster meaningful connections through friendly and affordable air travel. We're excited to use this commitment to support Calgary Flames alumni as they continue their important mission of giving back and maintaining ties to the community we call home,” he continued. Hagen.