Our vision is a waterfront where opportunity, culture, recreation and nature come together to enrich the lives of all who experience it.
As a steward of Toronto’s waterfront, the Toronto Port Authority is proud to support organizations and initiatives that bring this vision to life. Through donations, sponsorships and in-kind contributions, we help advance programs, events and experiences that strengthen community well-being and contribute to the long-term vitality of the waterfront and city at large.
We are also proud to support initiatives that seek to advance equity and diversity within the aviation industry and provide essential support to those who work in marine shipping.
BAPN is a non-profit organization that aims to encourage and promote Black talent in the field of aviation and aerospace in Canada. Their Stargaze Gala is an opportunity for networking between students, graduates and industry leaders, to inspire the next generation. Toronto Port Authority is grateful for the opportunity to sponsor this annual tradition and celebrate the contributions of Black aviation professionals.
Daily Bread Food Bank works towards long-term solutions to end hunger and poverty and runs innovative programs to support individuals living on low income and experiencing food insecurity. We are proud to support Daily Bread’s annual donation drive at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, promoting it to passengers and offering donation matching. In addition, we engage our staff members in an annual trip to Daily Bread’s headquarters to learn about food insecurity in Toronto and assist with operations in Daily Bread’s production hall.
Heritage Toronto builds a better city by bringing people together to explore Toronto’s shared past and peoples’ lived experiences. Over the years, we have partnered with Heritage Toronto on multiple initiatives, including historical walking tours, commemorative historical plaques and the State of Heritage report, all to engage the community in facets of our marine and aviation history.
While medical treatment in Canada is free, receiving medical care also comes with a high cost for those who must travel a long distance to receive care. Hope Air flights serve as a vital alternative to patients who would otherwise have to travel four to 12 hours or more to their medical appointments. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is proud to host the annual “Haul for Hope” fundraiser in support of Hope Air’s mission since 2023, raising significant funds to support fulfilling an ever-growing need.
We are proud to have delivered support for impact of many other organizations and initiatives, including: