CIBC
The very first sponsor to say yes — before a single runner had registered.
At the 2026 Event
Founding Sponsor — CIBC's support made the inaugural race possible, with a booth at the race-day Vendor Expo.
CIBC was the Founding Sponsor of the Mercedes-Benz Oakville Bronte Harbour Classic 5K — the very first sponsor to say yes, before a single runner had registered. Their early commitment gave this inaugural Father’s Day race the foundation it needed to become real.
As one of Canada’s leading personal and business banks, CIBC backs community events from coast to coast — and they brought that same spirit to Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. At the 2026 race they connected with runners and families at the Vendor Expo, appearing in more than a hundred race-day frames.
From everyday chequing and savings to credit cards, mortgages, and investments, CIBC helps Canadians build toward what matters. Their Founding Sponsor status is recognized permanently on this site — a thank-you for being the partner who believed first.
“A first-year race needs someone to believe in it before there's anything to point to. CIBC believed first.”
What they bring
Everyday Banking
Chequing and savings accounts built for students, newcomers, families, and seniors alike.
Learn more →Mortgages
Guidance and competitive rates for first-time buyers and seasoned homeowners.
Learn more →Investments & Savings
Tools and advice to help your money grow toward the goals that matter.
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From the BHC Journal
Welcome CIBC — Founding Sponsor of the Bronte Harbour Classic
CIBC joins as Founding Sponsor of the Bronte Harbour Classic 5K, powering chip timing, medals, cash prizes, and the Speak Squad Kids 1K in Oakville.
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Find a CIBC branch near you
Drop into a CIBC banking centre in Oakville or anywhere across Canada to talk through your goals with their team.
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