MEDIA ADVISORY | Elks Upcoming Community Appearances
Elks players and staff will be out in the community as the team continues their commitment to making a difference in the city of Edmonton
EDMONTON - The Edmonton Elks have spent over 700 hours in Northern Albertan communities this year and will be continuing their efforts as we approach the holiday season. Over the next few weeks the Club will be packing Christmas gifts for local families at the Strathcona Christmas Bureau, taking part in the Annual Kingsway Holiday Parade, and organizing a Read-In Week to replace the one missed as a result of the teachers strike.
The Elks invite members to the media to attend the events. Please confirm your interest with Elks Manager, Football Communications & Player Relations Michael Arcuri, or reach out if you require more details.
EVENTS DETAILS:
Strathcona Christmas Bureau Christmas Gift Packing - Nov 20 @ 2:00 pm
- Edmonton Elks players and staff will assist the Strathcona Christmas Bureau in putting together Christmas hampers, wrapping presents, and sorting toys for local families in need.
- The Strathcona Christmas Bureau is aiming to raise $150,000 in 2025 after brightening the holidays for over 2,200 community members in 2024.
- Who:
- Manager, Community Relations Shelby Marchand
- Defensive lineman Jonathan Kongbo
- Offensive lineman Mark Korte
- Linebacker Eteva Mauga-Clements
- Long snapper Luke Burton-Krahn
- Where:
- Strathcona Christmas Bureau (#25, 100 Broadview Dr, Sherwood Park)
- When:
- November 20th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Kingsway Holiday Parade - Nov 22 @ 4:00 pm
- Edmonton Elks players, Mascots, and staff will take part in the Annual Kingsway Holiday Parade.
- Who:
- Community Ambassador Aaron Grymes
- Members of the Elks Cheer Team
- Defensive lineman Noah Curtis
- Offensive lineman David Beard
- Fullback Tanner Green
- Long snapper Luke Burton-Krahn
- Where:
- Beginning at Edmonton Inn & Conference Centre (11834 Kingsway Ave NW)
- When:
- November 22nd from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Edmonton Elks Read-In Week - Nov 24-28
- Edmonton Elks players, cheer team, and alumni will attend 27 schools in the Edmonton area to support youth literacy.
- Who:
- Community Ambassador Aaron Grymes
- Manager, Community Relations Shelby Marchand
- Offensive lineman Mark Korte
- Offensive lineman Brett Boyko
- Fullback Jacob Plamondon
- Elks Cheer Team Members
- Alumni Justin Sorensen and Matt O'Donnell
- Where:
- Please message Elks Communications Manager Michael Arcuri for details
The Edmonton Elks are proud members of the Canadian Football League, playing their home games at Commonwealth Stadium in Edmonton, Alberta.
The club, officially renamed the Elks in June of 2021, has a tradition of excellence having won 14 Grey Cup championships (1954-56, 1975, 1978-82, 1987, 1993, 2003, 2005, 2015). Since its founding, the club remains focused on providing outstanding football memories for Edmonton and all of Northern Alberta.
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