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Evening of Possibility 2026

Fundraising Event

Evening of Possibility 2026

Evening of Possibility 2026 sponsors poster

Each year more than 250 of Toronto’s prominent business and community leaders attend An Evening of Possibility in support of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation. Guests enjoy an unparalleled evening of culinary delights prepared by some of Toronto’s top chefs. Our child and family ambassadors take center stage, putting a spotlight on their talents and sharing how their lives have been impacted by Holland Bloorview.

2026 Event details:

Date: Monday, November 2nd, 2026

Time: 6:00PM - 10:00PM

Location: Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation – 150 Kilgour Rd, Toronto, ON 

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities: (sold out for 2026)

As a sponsor of An Evening of Possibility, your company will align itself with a global leader in pediatric disability, while supporting the most urgent areas of need within the hospital.

Sponsorship options range from $10,000 to $50,000

Contact us:

Shannon Chaplin

Director, Corporate Partnerships and Signature Events

schaplin@hollandbloorview.ca

Thank you to our 2026 Chefs and Chef Committee

Committee:

Arron Barberian, Barberian’s Steak House

Bob Bermann, Barberian’s Steak House

Cory Vitiello, The Chase & The Frederick

Matthew Ravenscroft, New School Foods 

Simon Blackwell, Blackbird Baking Co.

Chefs:

Adam Calhoun, Oyster Boy

Alida Solomon, Tutti Matti

Anita Mancuso, Sotto Voce

Binit Pandey, Oliver & Bonacini (Aera)

Brendan Platts and Laura White, Bisha Hotel 

Cory Vitiello, The Chase & The Frederick

Jesse Vallins, Barberian’s Steak House

Lorenzo Loseto, GEORGE

Nick Liu, DaiLo and Woodlyns

Rebekah Bruce, Bar Eugenie

Simon Blackwell, Blackbird Baking Co.

Ken Webster and Leanne English, Sodexo

Victor Barry, Piano Piano

Post-Secondary Education & Career Webinar Series

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Post-Secondary Education & Career Webinar Series

The title of the workshop beside a photo of the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab Hospital building from the outside

Headed to college or university? Are you a student with a disability preparing for your post-secondary education and career?

Join us for our fall 2026 free webinar series 

Webinars include a mix of information (presentation style) and opportunities to ask questions. We engage Youth Mentors to share their lived experiences.

We designed these sessions for students in any school board and welcome families/parents to participate. 

You are eligible to register if you…:

  • Are living with a disability and/or autism spectrum disorder 
  • Are in high-school (grades 10, 11, 12 or 12+), you have an IEP, and you are earning credits towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

 

Date: Session:

Learn about:

 

Sat Nov 14, 2026

10:00-12:00

Setting up supports for post-secondary  
  • Accessing services and accommodations at college/university 
  • Maintaining physical and mental health
  • Funding options

Sat Nov 28, 2026

10:00-12:00

Advocacy and independence skills 
  • Developing self-management strategies and asking for what you need 
  • Enjoying campus life and getting involved