Drake Gives $500K in Cash and Luxury Cars to Women at Toronto Event in Casa Loma

The rapper Drake hosted the third annual "Strong Women, Stronger Drinks" gathering on August 4 at Toronto’s historic Casa Loma. The invite‑only celebration honored Canadian women in business, entrepreneurship and digital media. Drake personally handed out $50,000 cash to ten women, totaling $500,000, and awarded additional cash checks of $100,000 to six other attendees. Luxury prizes included brand‑new vehicles such as Mercedes‑G‑Class SUVs, BMWs and a 2026 Mercedes‑Maybach, as well as designer Birkin handbags. The total value of the giveaways exceeded one million dollars. Clips of Drake saying, “Congratulations! F**king use it for whatever you need, you know!” and distributing the gifts spread rapidly on X, Instagram and TikTok, generating a viral social‑media moment. The event is part of Drake’s series of OVO‑branded community activities in his hometown, which also feature the OVO Golf Classic and charity brunches.