Honouring Our Heroes, Serving Our Community

The Algoma Veterans Association is dedicated to supporting veterans and their families. Our motto is "Veterans Helping Veterans" and our mission is to assist fellow service members in navigating the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, addressing both visible and invisible wounds of service.

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Need Support? We're Here to Help.

If you or someone you know is a veteran, active service member, or part of a military family in need of emotional, physical, or financial support, we’re ready to stand with you. Whether it's accessing resources, connecting with peers, or finding assistance in challenging times, the Algoma Veterans Association is here to help. Reach out — you’re never alone.

Be The Sunshine During Dark Days.

Proudly rooted in Sault Ste. Marie, we offer support, advocacy, and a strong sense of community to those who have served. Through events like our Red Friday Golf Tournament and local outreach efforts, we connect veterans with each other and with the broader community, ensuring their service and sacrifices are recognized, respected, and never forgotten.

Peer Support:
Building connections through shared experiences and camaraderie.

Advocacy & Assistance:
Helping veterans access benefits, healthcare, and vital services.

Community Engagement:
Bringing veterans and the community together through events and outreach.

Honouring Service:
Paying tribute to those who served with respect and gratitude.

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Red Friday Golf Tournament

Since 2017, our annual Red Friday Golf Tournament has brought together veterans, military families, and community members for a day of camaraderie, competition, and meaningful support. It's more than just a tournament — it's a powerful show of solidarity for those who have served. Discover how you can be part of this inspiring event and help make a lasting impact.

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Celebrating Impact, Inspiring Commitment Together for Those Who Served.

Through unwavering community support, we've united over 1,000 participants and raised more than $50,000, all dedicated to enhancing the lives of veterans in the Algoma region.

1000+

Participants in our Red Friday Charity Golf Tournament. Making it one of the largest charity golf tournaments in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.

Over 50K

In proceeds raised from our community to support veterans in need. Thank you to our sponsors and those kind souls who have donated to our cause.

100%

Our everlasting commitment to our mission of helping veterans, military personnel and their families. Remembering those who have been deployed.

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Become a Sponsor - Make a Difference

Support Our Veterans and Showcase Your Business

Sponsoring the Red Friday Golf Tournament is a powerful way to show your support for veterans, active service members, and their families — while gaining meaningful visibility for your business. We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities to suit every level, including hole sponsorships, competition sponsorships, main event sponsorships, and options to sponsor items like lunch bags or golf balls. We also gladly accept prize donations, with sponsors recognized prominently during the awards supper following the tournament. Every contribution directly supports veterans in our community and strengthens the impact of this incredible event. Click below to learn more about how you can get involved.

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Remembering Those Who Served

At the Red Friday Golf Tournament, we pay tribute to veterans who are no longer with us. Each is memorialized at a dedicated hole and honoured during the event, ensuring their service and sacrifice are never forgotten. Through these tributes, we celebrate their legacy and keep their memory alive within our community.

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Our Mission.

The Algoma Veterans Association (AVA) is a not-for-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to supporting veterans in Sault Ste. Marie and the Algoma region. Founded and led by veterans, our mission is to assist fellow service members in navigating the challenges of transitioning to civilian life, addressing both visible and invisible wounds of service.

Peer Support

Fostering a community where veterans support one another through shared experiences, camaraderie, and understanding.

Community Engagement

Organizing events like the annual Red Friday Golf Tournament to raise funds and awareness, while strengthening ties between veterans and the broader community.