Teams focused on the jack and delivered $35,000 in support to the Children’s Treatment Centre Foundation of Chatham-Kent (CTCF) recently in the Boccia for the Kids tournament.
Hosted at the John D. Bradley Convention Centre, the event brought together participants from across the province, including families, local businesses, and treatment centre clients and staff.
The day featured friendly yet competitive boccia play, highlighting the sport’s focus on precision, strategy, and inclusion.
The object is to get your ball closer to the target ball, the jack, than your competition.
The CTCF congratulated the Quinte Leatherbacks, who secured the tournament championship following a series of round-robin and playoff matches.
The success of the event was made possible through the generous support of sponsors, officials said.
Funds raised through Boccia for the Kids will directly support essential programs at the Children’s Treatment Centre, including social Work, therapeutic recreation, music therapy and specialized equipment — services that are not fully funded by government sources but remain critical to the well-being of children and families in Chatham-Kent.
“Boccia for the Kids reflects our community’s commitment to inclusion,” said Mike Genge, president and CEO of the CTCF, in a media release. “This tournament brought people of all abilities together and highlighted the importance of ensuring every child has access to the supports they need to thrive. We are grateful to everyone whose contributions made this tournament possible.”
