Video: Meet the FTEC2025 Fight To End Cancer Fight Team!
Join Us Thursday May 22nd At Kingsway Boxing Club: Fight To End Cancer Official Media Day Weigh-Ins
Thursday May 22nd will be the final opportunity to get exclusive access to the FTEC2025 Fight Team before they fight on event night.
GUEST INFORMATION
Join us for a fun and energizing evening where the media, partners, and community will have the chance to meet and get to know the official FTEC2025 Fight Team.
The 2025 Fight Team invites you to Kingsway Boxing Club—located in the heart of Toronto’s west end—for an experience unlike any other. More than just a training facility, Kingsway Boxing is a true community hub where champions are built from the ground up. Known for its inclusive environment and elite-level coaching, Kingsway Boxing Club offers a powerful mix of grit, determination, and heart. Step inside the very space where the Fight To End Cancer team trains and transforms—mind, body, and spirit.
Get ready for an action-packed evening at our Media Day Weigh-Ins, where we’ll officially introduce the FTEC2025 Fight Team! Expect high-energy walkouts (without the punches) as our fighters take center stage, joined by the incredible sponsors who are standing proudly in their corner. It’s a night full of excitement, inspiration, and celebration—all dedicated to the fight for those who need it most. Come be part of the energy, meet the team, and see firsthand the spirit driving the Fight To End Cancer!
Here’s what else you can look forward to:
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Raffle prizes generously donated by Labatt and Kingsway Boxing Club, featuring a grand prize of two tickets to the sold-out Fight To End Cancer Gala on May 31.
- Spin-The-Wheel Prizing for ALL Guests brought to you by Sourcing Central, our Official Promo Partner
- Feature pop-up by Citrus Silver with 50% of all sales donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. View More
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Live demonstrations by our sponsors at SSKN Frim, featuring cutting-edge skincare and wellness innovations
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The Tattour will be donating 50% of all event proceeds—plus offering piercings for just $40! Don’t miss the chance to make your mark for a great cause.
- Fabs Donuts will be on-site with their signature Fight To End Cancer donut with proceeds donated to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
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Complimentary beer courtesy of Labatt
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Complimentary wine from Vieni Estates
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All Labatt bar sales from the evening will be donated to the Fight To End Cancer
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And so much more!
WHY:
Since 2011, the FTEC Fight Teams have raised over $3 million in direct donations to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Nearly 150 men and women from around the world have stepped into the ring for this incredible cause, showcasing their dedication through sanctioned Olympic-style boxing matches.
This year, the FTEC2025 Fight Team, alongside our incredible community, is pushing toward a new milestone: reaching $4 million raised in the fight to end cancer.
Don’t miss your final opportunity to meet the full FTEC2025 Fight Team before they step into the spotlight on Fight Night, Saturday, May 31.
WHEN: Thursday May 22, 2025 | 5pm – 9pm
WHERE: Kingsway Boxing Club | 265 Norseman St. Toronto — Boxing Gym Facility | Parking available
🚇 By TTC (Public Transit)
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Subway: Take Line 2 (Bloor-Danforth) to Kipling Station.
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Bus: From Kipling Station, board the TTC Bus 44 Kipling South.
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Stop: Disembark at Norseman St..
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Walk: Head east on Norseman Street for approximately 5 minutes to reach 265 Norseman St.
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🚗 By Car
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From Downtown Toronto: Take the Gardiner Expressway westbound, exit at Islington Ave., and head north. Turn left onto Norseman St. The club will be on your right.
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From Highway 401: Exit at Islington Ave., head south, then turn right onto Norseman St. The club will be on your right.
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Parking: Free parking is available on-site.
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🚕 Ride-Share Options
Planning to enjoy the evening without worrying about driving? Consider using a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for a convenient drop-off and pickup experience.
DRESS CODE: Business Casual, Funky and Fresh!
WHAT ELSE: Everything You Need To Know About #FTEC2025
TICKETS: This is a free event; however, all guests, media, and sponsors are required to RSVP.
Video: Check out the promo video from our last Media Day at El Mocambo
MEDIA INFORMATION
MEDIA DAY ITINERARY:
Fight To End Cancer fight team, partners and executive teams will be available for interviews throughout the evening from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
- 5pm – Guest Arrivals | Media Interviews
- 6pm – Meet and Greet | Photo Ops
- 7pm – Fighter Weigh-ins
- 8pm – Final Photo Ops
- 9pm – After Party: Party with the Fight Team and Sponsors
DEFEAT IS NOT AN OPTION!
Media Contact:
Jennifer Huggins
Executive Director
Phone: +1.416.666.9314
jennifer@fighttoendcancer.com
Important Links:
Fight to End Cancer: Visit Fight To End Cancer
Kingsway Boxing Club: More About Kingsway Boxing Club
Event Tickets: Register Free
Important Dates:
–> Official Media Day: Thurs. May 22, 2025 6pm – 8pm | Request Media Access
–> 2025 Charity Boxing Gala: Sat. May 31, 2025 5pm – 11 pm | Old Mill Toronto Request Media Access
Press Materials:
Everything You Need To Know About #FTEC2025
The Fight To End Cancer (FTEC) is profoundly grateful for the unwavering support of our presenting partners: Grafton Apparel, Landscape Plus Ltd., and our newest partner, APEX Mobile Media.
Since 2014, Grafton Apparel has been a force in the community, contributing over $2 million to The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation through innovative, year-round initiatives.
Landscape Plus Ltd., under the leadership of Jim Mosher and family, has been instrumental since 2012, helping to raise over $3 million in direct donations. Their dedication honours personal connections to the cause and strengthens our community impact.
Elevating their commitment, APEX Mobile Media, a key sponsor since 2020, has stepped into the role of Presenting Partner for 2025. Their global reach and expertise in mobile advertising are set to amplify FTEC’s mission, bringing the fight against cancer to a worldwide audience. Together, these partnerships embody our collective resolve to knock out cancer in our lifetime.
About The Fight To End Cancer
The Fight To End Cancer (FTEC) is a year-round initiative driven by ambassadors, sponsors, and volunteers worldwide. Since our inception in 2012, we have donated over $3 million to the cause. Funds raised by FTEC go directly to the GTX Program at The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Each year, we honour the hard work and dedication of our FTEC family through alternating events: a black-tie charity boxing gala and our newest initiative, The Friday Night Fights ‘To End Cancer’. Our mission is to raise funds for cancer research year-round with the support of the local community and business owners. Together, we will end cancer in our lifetime. Learn More About The Fight To End Cancer.
About The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation at University Health Network raises funds for breakthrough research, exemplary teaching and compassionate care at Princess Margaret Hospital and its research arm, the Ontario Cancer Institute, which now includes The Campbell Family Cancer Research Institute and The Campbell Family Breast Cancer Research Institute. More information about the Foundation can be found at www.thepmcf.ca
