She's the hero of the game

North Bay's Lynne Benoit named BMO Community Hero of the Game. BMO program recognizes individuals who make a significant contribution to the community. Photo supplied.

BMO News Release

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TORONTO – Local community hero gets the spotlight. Lynne Benoit was honoured as the BMO Community Hero of the Game during Tuesday’s match between Toronto FC and the CA Independiente at BMO Field.

Lynne volunteers at West Nipissing Soccer where she is the director of registration, convenor of Indoor soccer and coach to a U13 Boys team. Lynne also volunteers with the local Youth Bowling Canada chapter as a program director as well as coach. She is an active member of the local church and school council.

“We applaud Lynne for her commitment to our community. We believe everyday heroes, like Lynne, deserve the spotlight,” said, Nicole Audet, North Bay Branch Manager, BMO Bank of Montreal. “That’s why the BMO Community Hero of the Game program recognizes people who demonstrate dedication and passion through their commitment to their community.”

Lynne appeared on the jumbotron and her name and story were announced in-stadium. She was on the field for the coin toss with the two captains and referees to kick-off Saturday’s match, and received two Toronto FC jerseys and tickets to an upcoming Toronto FC game.

As part of the bank's presenting sponsorship agreement with the team, BMO Financial Group and the Toronto FC have joined forces to recognize a BMO Community Hero of the Game before every Toronto FC home game this year. The program recognizes individuals who generously donate their time and talents to help our communities thrive. Nomination forms are available at torontofc.ca.

BMO Financial Group is proud to support soccer across Canada from mini-soccer players to the professional level. Our deep commitment to the Beautiful Game is evident from the beginning of the curve with our grassroots branch sponsorship of close to 300 youth teams nationally and sponsorship of 200 mini-festivals across the country. The relationship continues with our title support of elite youth players at BMO National Championships through to our professional teams support (TFC & Vancouver Whitecaps) combined with soccer venue title sponsorship (BMO Field).

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