TEAM PLAY: The Bay has become the “official style partner” of National Basketball Association team Toronto Raptors through a four-year partnership with the Raptors and the NBA.
The three-way agreement enables The Bay e-commerce marketplace and the Hudson’s Bay stores to co-brand with the Raptors through a variety of ways, including streetwear, pop-up shops, digital experiences in the Scotiabank Arena where the Raptors play, advertising on courtside, co-branding the player tunnel with Hudson’s Bay’s signature stripes, social media and charitable activity.
“The cultural relevance of The Raptors transcends sports. We are meeting consumers where they are, through cultural and social events and moments that reflect Canadian life and style,” said Allison Litzinger, vice president, brand, at The Bay.
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“We are proud to partner with an iconic Canadian brand that many of our fans know and love,” said Jordan Vader, vice president of global partnerships for the MLSE. “In addition to the exciting opportunities The Bay has planned, we look forward to the positive impact Hudson’s Bay Charter for Change will have, and the great work MLSE Foundation is doing in the community to support youth facing barriers.“
In 2019, the Toronto Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors to clinch their first NBA Championship. The Raptors are Canada’s only NBA team and it was their first title.
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