Wake The Giant,
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About the event
Wake The Giant is a one-of-a-kind music festival and cultural initiative in Thunder Bay, Ontario, designed to celebrate Indigenous culture, promote inclusivity, and create meaningful connections between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
At its core, Wake The Giant is about breaking down barriers, addressing racism, and welcoming First Nations youthwho move to Thunder Bay for school. It started as a support network for students from remote First Nations communities and has grown into one of Canada’s most impactful cultural events, featuring:
1. Wake The Giant Music Festival
Why should you sponsor?
Why Sponsors Should Support Wake The Giant
Sponsoring Wake The Giant is more than just brand visibility—it’s an opportunity to be part of a movement that’s creating real change. Here’s why supporting this event is a powerful investment for any sponsor:
1. Align with a Meaningful Cause
Sean SpenrathSean Spenrath is one of the key organizers behind Wake The Giant, playing a significant role in bringing the festival and its mission to life. He has been actively involved in creating inclusive spaces for Indigenous youth in Thunder Bay and helping bridge cultural gaps through music, community engagement, and advocacy. His work, along with the team, has helped Wake The Giant grow into a powerful movement promoting diversity, reconciliation, and youth empowerment.
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10000+ attendees expected
50% Male Attendees
50% Female Attendees
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1 available packages from C$1000
https://www.sponsormyevent.com/wake-the-giant-thunder-bayADVERTISING TIER PACKAGES AVAILABLE SPONSOR AMOUNT RANGE TIER BENEFITS PRESENTING SPONSOR 1 $100,000 (Cash) • Presenting Sponsor of 2025 Wake the Giant Festival • Top of festival poster “ Presented by” • Logo inclusion on ticket site and tickets • Free GA passes up to 30 people • Free VIP passes up to 20 people • Company booth onsite • Recognition in related media • Recognition in event mailers • Recognition on festival website • Recognition in radio ads, digital ads, print ads • Verbal recognition in MC script at Festival • Company swag opportunity • Inclusion in Festival thank you video/slideshow • Thank you mention on stage by organizer • Opportunity for on-stage welcoming remarks • Social media mentions • Recognition on website and ticket page • Invitation to attend Lineup Launch Media Event and give remarks PLATINUM 4 $25,000 & up (Cash) • Free GA passes for up to 24 people • Free VIP passes for up to 12 people • Posting on social media channels • Company logo on poster (top level) • Tent setup to showcase your product/service at festival • Company booth set up at Marina during Amazing Race • Company booth set up at Wake the Giant Music Festival • Banner placement at entrance to festival grounds • Inclusion on Festival video and slideshow • Thank you mention during Festival from Organizer • Recognition on website and mention in main stage public address announcements. • Speaking opportunity at Lineup launch Media Conference • Mentions during media opportunities • Social media Announcement VIP EXPERIENCE SPONSOR 1 $15,000 • Naming Rights to VIP Experience • Naming Rights of the VIP Tent - Onsite Signage • Logo inclusion on VIP Wrist Band • Company logo on poster • Free GA passes up to 10 people • Free VIP passes up to 10 people • Company booth onsite • Inclusion in Festival thank you video/slidshow • Thank you mention on stage by organizer • Social media mentions • Recognition on website and ticket page GOLD 5 - 8 $10,000 - $24,999 • Free GA passes for up to 10 people • Free VIP passes for up to 4 people • Company booth setup to showcase your product/service at the festival • Company logo on poster (bottom tier) • Inclusion on Festival video and slideshow • Thank you mention on stage by organizer during festival • Posting on social media channels • Recognition on website • Invitation to Lineup Launch Media Event WAKE THE GIANT RED SUNGLASSES SPONSOR $6,000 Get your brand in the hands of festival goers. Provide the funds for the purchase of the cool red shades that everyone wears at Wake the Giant. This includes YOUR logo on the sunglasses. FOOD VENDOR VILLAGE, KIDS ZONE NAMING $3,000 each (LIMIT 1 PER AREA) Includes signage in the appropriate area, recognition on website and social media, and mention in the Main Stage’s public address announcements. Comes with 4 festival tickets per sponsor. SENSORY BAGS & HEADPHONES SPONSOR Help Wake the Giant continue to be a KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue. Sensory Bags Sponsor: $4,500 Headphones Sponsor: $1,700 ADVERTISING TIER PACKAGES AVAILABLE SPONSOR AMOUNT RANGE TIER BENEFITS SILVER 10 $5,000 - $9,999 • Free GA passes for up to 8 people • Recognition on website • Invitation to Lineup Launch Media Event BRONZE 15 $2,500 - $4,999 • Free GA passes for up to 8 people • Recognition on website COPPER 15 $1,000 - $2,499 • Free GA passes for up to 4 people IN KIND - - • $1,000-$2,499 GA passes for up to 4 people • $2,500-$4,999 GA passes for up to 3 people • $5,000-$9,999 GA passes for up to 8 people
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