Family is extremely important to us, which is why we’re very fortunate to be a family owned and operated business serving the community of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario since 1978. We’re very proud of being able to help families reach their destinations comfortably and safely for over 40 years.
Since 1978, we’ve been actively involved in supporting our community by participating and donating to various charities and organizations.
Like us, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) has also been around serving our community for over 40 years. RMHC has played a vital role in helping keep families together while their loved one is being treated at a nearby hospital. Last year alone, they provided thousands of nights of comfort for families from Thunder Bay and the surrounding area. more than 385,000 families on their journey including many from Thunder Bay. As of our 8th Annual Barbecue, Wayne Toyota has raised over $75,000 for RMHC.
Wayne Toyota's 8th Annual Barbecue Fundraiser in Support of Ronald McDonald House Charities was a huge success! We raised $16,000 which was donated to the RMHC Charity Golf Tournament on Friday August 25. Michael Marostica and the Wayne Toyota Team would like to thank everyone involved, a special thank you goes to the volunteers & team members who helped run the event, the local businesses that donated equipment, food & raffle prizes, and everyone who came out to support such a great cause!
8 Annual Barbecue Fundraisers
Over $75,000 Raised
Countless Families Helped
The 2023 season was a record year for him highlighted by 2 track championships, placing 6th in Superstock National points, 6th in bmod National points, and winning Superstock Canadian Champion. Overall he took home 20 wins, 57 top 5 placements and 70 top ten placements.
Lakehead Festival of Music and the Arts
Wayne Toyota sponsored the 95th annual Lakehead Festival of Music and the Arts. This non-profit organization encourages and supports young performers within the Thunder Bay are to enhance their interpretative and musical styles as a means of strengthening character development and celebrating the enjoyment of the arts.
Thunder Bay Artistic Swimming
Wayne Toyota is proud to support Thunder Bay Artistic Swimming. Thunder Bay Artistic Swimming is Northwestern Ontario’s only competitive and recreational artistic (synchronized) swimming club. The Thunder Bay Artistic Swimming Club is a non-profit swim program, serving athletes ages five and up in Thunder Bay and surrounding area.
ALS Canada
The ALS Society of Canada works with the ALS community to improve the lives of Canadians affected by ALS through advancing research, care, advocacy and information.Wayne Toyota has supported the ALS Society of Canada through sponsoring & participating in the two most recent Annual Tee Off For Tom Invitational Memorial Golf Tournaments. This year Wayne Toyota is also sponsoring and participating in the Walk to End ALS.
Hospice Northwest
Hospice Northwest Services is a non-profit community hospice organization that began in 1986 as the Thunder Bay Community Palliative Care Volunteers. They serve approximately 450 end-of-life clients and their families each year.Wayne Toyota is happy to have supported Hike for Hospice by sponsoring their event for the past two years.
Children's Aid Society
The Children's Aid Society Thunder Bay District is a non-profit agency working in our community to provide help and support to children and their families.Over the past several years, Wayne Toyota has been a Holiday Hamper Sponsor which supports families and independent youth who need extra help during the holiday season.
St. Joseph's Care Group
St. Joseph's Care Group has been responding to the unmet needs of the people of Northwestern Ontario since 1884. They offer a broad range of program & services in Mental Health & Addictions, Rehabilitative Care, and Senior's Health.Hike For Hospice
Dave Fontaine & the 2023 Toyota Crown representing Wayne Toyota at the 12th Annual Hike for Hospice! We are proud to have joined the community in coming together to raise money for palliative care in our community.
Tee Off For Tom
A few of our team members attended the 3rd Annual Tee Off For Tom Invitational in June. It was a beautiful day and a wonderful opportunity for us to support the Tom Mustapic Memorial Scholarship Fund, ALS Canada, and other charities chosen by the Mustapic Family.