Champ Promotions Announces Partnership with Keycorp Sports & Entertainment for Champ 8 coming Summer 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — April 10, 2026 — Champ Promotions has announced a new partnership with Keycorp Sports & Entertainment to bring Champ 8 to the Q Centre on June 20, 2026.
As the lead organizer and primary promoter, Champ Promotions will utilize Keycorp’s deep operational expertise and local influence to enhance the event’s scale. The collaboration ensures that Champ 8 will be the promotion’s most ambitious production to date, integrating Keycorp’s venue resources with Champ’s signature high-energy fight night atmosphere. The partnership will be visible throughout the event cycle, from co-branded media campaigns to enhanced VIP experiences at the Q Centre.
Champ 8 is set to be the premier sporting highlight of the summer, featuring an action-packed card and entertainment. The event will showcase a full slate of high-stakes professional bouts alongside elite amateur matchups, offering a comprehensive look at the future of Canadian boxing.
“Champ Promotions is strategically advancing to the next level,” said Jason Heit, Co-Founder of Champ Promotions. “[We are] scaling each event with the vision of delivering a premier, world-class boxing product.”
“Keycorp is proud to support Champ Promotions in bringing this high-caliber event to the Q Centre,” said David Michaud, President of Keycorp Sports & Entertainment. “Champ is the driving force behind the resurgence of boxing in this region, and we are excited to help them execute their vision at the highest level.”
About Champ Promotions
Champ Promotions is the premier Canadian professional boxing promotion dedicated to delivering world-class fight events. Known for its high-production showcases and rapidly growing national audience, Champ continues to lead the Canadian combat sports scene by elevating athletes and the fan experience alike.
About Keycorp Sports & Entertainment
Keycorp Sports & Entertainment is a leading sports management and venue operations group based in British Columbia. Specializing in large-scale event logistics and community-focused entertainment, Keycorp partners with elite organizations to bring top-tier sporting events to life.
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