Lady Grace Ihonvbere to Be Honoured in Canada at Ocean Waves Golf and Investment Tour

Chief (Mrs.) Grace Ihonvbere, a respected figure in Nigeria’s sporting and philanthropic circles, will be formally honoured this summer by the **City of Brampton** during the 2025 edition of the **Ocean Waves Golf and Investment Tour**, an international sporting and business event that merges high-level golf with economic diplomacy.

The tour, set to take place from **July 31 to August 7**, will span key locations in Ontario, including Brampton, Oakville, Niagara, and Toronto, with participants drawn from across Africa, North America, and the Caribbean.

The event will showcase not only sporting excellence but also strategic investment opportunities and cultural engagement.

Chief (Mrs.) Ihonvbere will receive a Global Impact and Investment Leadership Award from the City of Brampton in recognition of her outstanding role in international development, women’s empowerment, and community transformation.

A seasoned golf enthusiast and trustee of Nigeria’s IBB International Golf and Country Club, she is known for blending sport with service, particularly in mentoring and mobilising women across Africa.

Married to **Professor Julius Ihonvbere**, a prominent academic and current House Leader in Nigeria’s Federal House of Representatives, Lady Grace is no stranger to leadership in both national and international spaces.

Her work and visibility on the golf circuit have contributed to her influence as a unifying figure among sport, governance, and social development.

As part of her recognition, she will also lead a high-powered investment delegation to engage with Brampton’s economic landscape, advancing discussions around international collaboration and sustainable development.

The President of Oceanwaves Strategies Inc., Ken George Eneduwa, described Lady Grace’s recognition as a fitting tribute to her elegance, leadership, and sporting character.

“Lady Grace Ihonvbere exemplifies the excellence, determination, and grace that this tour is about. She is not just a leader and humanitarian, but she is also a talented golfer whose presence inspires others around her. The City of Brampton’s recognition is both deserved and timely. Lady Gee has long demonstrated what it means to lead with compassion, intelligence, and a global vision.”

The Ocean Waves Golf and Investment Tour is widely regarded as a flagship platform for cross-continental networking through golf. Designed to facilitate meaningful partnerships, the tour strategically brings together sports personalities, business leaders, investors, and government officials.

This year’s edition will feature a series of curated experiences, including:

* A wine-tasting tour in St. Catharines

* A scenic Niagara Falls expedition

* Fine dining at the 360 Restaurant atop Toronto’s CN Tower

* VIP access to Caribana, North America’s premier celebration of Caribbean culture

* A stylish all-white boat party on Lake Ontario*

The decision to honour Lady Grace is part of a growing trend that celebrates the intersection of sport, diplomacy, and development, particularly highlighting African excellence on the global stage.

Organisers say her recognition sends a strong message about the evolving role of African women in sport and investment diplomacy.

In acknowledging the honour, observers note that her contributions reflect the **global shift toward inclusive leadership and the power of sport to serve as a unifying and empowering platform.

Lady Grace’s presence at the 2025 tour will not only enhance its prestige but also signal a new chapter in building international alliances through the spirit of golf, cultural exchange, and strategic collaboration.