The Canadian University Men’s Rugby Championship (CUMRC) is proud to welcome back Pemberton Holmes as a partner of the 2025 tournament. One of the original founding sponsors of the championship, Pemberton Holmes is returning in a new role as the inaugural Awards Banquet Sponsor.
The Awards Banquet has become a signature event of the championship, bringing together athletes, coaches, and supporters to celebrate outstanding performances on and off the field. As part of the partnership, the banquet will be officially presented by Pemberton Holmes, with their brand integrated throughout the event’s visual identity, webcast features, and social media coverage. Representatives from the company will also be invited to present awards in person.
“As an original founder of the CUMRC, it’s exciting to see how the championship has grown since 2017,” said Mike Holmes, Owner of Pemberton Holmes, former CUMRC Chair, UVic Rugby Hall of Fame member, and former BC and Rugby Canada player. “Returning as the Awards Banquet Sponsor allows us to celebrate not only the on-field excellence of these student-athletes, but also the leadership, camaraderie, and values that rugby instills. It is an honour to continue supporting this championship and the next generation of players.”
Founded in 2017, the CUMRC was created to provide a true national stage for university men’s rugby in Canada. Each year, the championship brings together eight teams from across the country to compete for the McTavish Cup, while also highlighting academic achievement, leadership, and community values through its awards program.
About Pemberton Holmes
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