2025 SOBC Classic offers an unforgettable day of sport and inclusion
What a spectacular day of golf, connection, and inspiration at the 2025 Special Olympics BC Classic!
Held on June 12 at the beautiful Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club, the first-class fundraising golf tournament provided a full day of play and memorable moments, all in support of empowering Special Olympics BC athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The 2025 showcased the commitment of B.C. business leaders to celebrate Special Olympics athletes and build inclusion.
Special Olympics BC athletes Kelsey Thomson and Vincent Li shared their experiences and accomplishments with the golfers, showing the life-changing impact of their generous support.
After a fantastic day on the fairways, golfers enjoyed the evening banquet and were inspired by Special Olympics BC athlete Marcus Tamkee and his mother Grace Tamkee, who shared their powerful family journey through Special Olympics.
“I can say without hesitation that Special Olympics BC has been a vital part of his growth physically, socially and emotionally,” Grace Tamkee says.
“It has taught him how to persevere. It has taught him friendship. It has taught him how to find joy in everyday moments.”
Marcus has grown through Special Olympics youth programs, and today is an active athlete in soccer and track and field.
"I like to be active. I like hanging out with my friends at Special Olympics because my friends are amazing,” he says.
Funds raised by the SOBC Classic empower athletes like Marcus to gain friendships, confidence, and community in the year-round Special Olympics programs that change lives and build inclusion throughout B.C.
A big thanks to our generous sponsors for this year’s event:
Gold Sponsor: Wheaton Precious Metals
Bronze Sponsor: National Bank Financial Markets
Reception Sponsor: Cassels
Tee Gift Sponsor: BMO Capital Markets
Champion Sponsors: Deans Knight, Deloitte, and Waypoint
Community Builder Sponsors: Michael Campbell's Money Talks, Premium Brands, and Standard Building Supplies
Competition Sponsors: Border Gold, Integrated Wealth Management, and Keystone Financial
Hole-in-One Sponsors: Dueck Auto Group, London Drugs, and Queen Charlotte Lodge
Along with providing participants with a premium golf experience, the Special Olympics BC Classic gave attendees opportunities to meet and mingle with inspiring SOBC athletes and families. Sincere thanks to Kelsey Thomson, Grace and Markus Tamkee, Vincent Li, Matthew Williams, Ryerson Shelvey, and Cory, Michael, and Jenni Duhaime for being part of this important day.
We are also grateful to the event’s dedicated organizing committee, and to the many volunteers, supporters, and donors who helped make this year’s event so special!
Special Olympics BC Director and Tournament Chair Michael Campbell shared his heartfelt thanks with SOBC Classic supporters for another successful event.
