Pfizer renews Canadian Paralympic Committee sponsorship
By Adnews Staff
Pharmaceutical company Pfizer Canada has renewed its sponsorship of the Canadian Paralympic Committee through 2025. The company has sponsored the committe for 25 years. The agreement includes approximately $2 million in financial support. Pfizer will also participate in an upcoming content series focusing on diversity equity and inclusion.
“Paralympic athletes are more than just elite competitors,” said Najah Sampson, president of Pfizer Canada. “They are superb role models and they exemplify the importance of inclusion and diversity in society. Our four Pfizer values of courage, excellence, equity and joy mirror the essence of the Paralympic movement, where athletes seek to reach their full potential and encourage Canadians to do the same. We are very proud of our partnership with CPC and look forward to continuing our work with them to promote inclusion in Canada.”
In related news, Pfizer Canada has also donated $410,000 over three years to the Paralympic Foundation of Canada. The funds will be used to creating more opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in sport.