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Tyrone Keen Memorial Poker Tournament


  • The Wyndam Gardens 460 Madison Street Winnipeg, MB, R3J 1J1 Canada (map)

Tyrone Keen Memorial Poker Tournament – May 2nd, 2026 In loving memory of Tyrone Keen, we’re coming together as a poker community to honour his life, support his family, and celebrate the impact he made on everyone around him.

Saturday, May 2nd 📍 Wyndham Garden Hotel, Winnipeg ⏰ Registration opens at 11AM (late reg until 3:30)

This special memorial fundraiser is a collaboration between Trip Aces Poker Tour and Compassion Connections Foundation, and supporting sponsors, with all proceeds going directly to Tyrone’s family.

♠️ What’s Happening That Day

  • Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament

  • Silent Auction hosted by Compassion Connections

  • 50/50 Draw

  • Cash Games & Sit‑N‑Go’s running all day

  • Community gathering to honour Tyrone’s memory

♣️ Tournament Structure

  • $150 Buy‑In for 25K chips

  • $20 Dealer Appreciation for 15K

  • $30 Rebuys for 10K (unlimited until Level 9)

  • $100 Add‑On for 60K at 2nd break

  • $20 Dealer Appreciation for 15K at 2nd break

  • 20‑minute blinds

❤️ How You Can Support

We’re calling on players, poker tours, charities, and community organizations to join forces in support of this meaningful cause.

If you’re interested in:

  • Auction donations

  • Monetary donations

  • Sponsorship opportunities

  • Please reach out — your support helps us honour Tyrone and stand with his loved ones.

  • Let’s come together as a community to celebrate his life, share stories, and make this event one he would be proud of.

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