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Pickleball Canada is the national governing body for pickleball within Canada and is looking for a qualified firm to assist in soliciting sponsorships for the organization. As the official national sport organization for pickleball, Pickleball Canada oversees the growth and development of the sport at all levels, from grassroots participation to elite competition. We are now looking to expand our partnerships and commercial initiatives through strategic sponsorship acquisition. Background Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in North America, with over 1.54 million players annually in Canada. Its popularity spans across all demographics due to its accessibility, low cost, and social nature. Pickleball Canada currently represents nearly 90,000 members nationwide, with more than 400 affiliated clubs across all 10 provinces and one territory. The organization continues to develop programs, tournaments, and partnerships to serve its growing membership base. Key highlights include: National Championships: Canadas largest pickleball event, attracting over 800+ athletes from across the country each year. Provincial Championships: Supported by Pickleball Canada in all 10 provinces, each hosting hundreds of players annually. Regional Events: Nearly 100 tournaments held annually with the potential for sponsor engagement opportunities at the local level. These events and our membership base present significant opportunities for corporate partners to connect with one of the fastest growing and most inclusive sports in the country. Scope of Work The selected firms will be responsible for the following: Developing and executing a sponsorship strategy. Identifying and securing national corporate sponsors which looks to support Pickleball Canadas membership and growing initiatives. Creating partnership packages and sponsorship materials. Supporting negotiations and contract management for sponsorship agreements. Proposal Requirements All proposals must include: A full company profile outlining experience within the sport industry (i.e past sports companies the organization has worked alongside) Proposed summary of commission structure Proposed approach and method for attaining sponsorship Project timelines and key milestones Reasons why the organization wants to represent Pickleball Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr