We are thrilled to share that the 75th annual Conn Smythe Sports Celebrities Dinner & Auction, presented by Bruce Power and Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario, was an extraordinary success!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors, patrons, and donors, we raised an astounding $560,000 in support of kids with physical disabilities. These funds will make a life-changing impact — providing essential mobility and accessibility equipment, as well as transformative camp experiences that allow kids to simply BE KIDS.

The evening was filled with unforgettable moments, including the official introduction of our 2026 Provincial Easter Seals Ambassadors, Natalie Kavtaradze and Miles Checkley. We are so proud to have them representing Easter Seals across the province this year.

We were also honoured to celebrate our 2026 Conn Smythe Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Wendel Clark, alongside an exceptional celebrity head table lineup including Doug Gilmour, Lloyd Moseby, Paul Bissonnette, Rachel Homan, Renata Fast, and Renee Foessel. The evening was expertly hosted by our fabulous and entertaining emcee Rod Black, with appearances and captivating interviews by Christine Simpson, Devo Brown, and Gord Stellick. Guests were also treated to a powerful retrospective tribute celebrating 75 remarkable years of this iconic event.

One of the most moving moments of the evening was the overwhelming generosity shown during our Send a Kid to Camp appeal — together, guests raised an incredible $193,000! These funds helped us surpass our goal of sending 75 kids to Easter Seals camp in celebration of the 75th anniversary. This means more children with physical disabilities will have the chance to experience the joy, independence, and friendships that make our accessible camps such a treasured part of the summer. The compassion in the room was truly inspiring. To everyone who supported the 75th anniversary Conn Smythe Dinner: Thank you. Your commitment ensures children with physical disabilities have access to the equipment, experiences, and opportunities they deserve.

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsors
Bruce Power
Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario

Media Sponsors
Sportsnet
FAN 590
Toronto Sun

Platinum Sponsors
Air Canada Foundation
AMJ Campbell
Bloom Lanys Professional Corporation
CCR Solutions
Colio Estate Winery
Ironworkers International
NHL
Royal Bank of Canada

Gold Sponsors & Corporate Tables
BMO
Buffalo Bills
Canadian Foundation For Physically Disabled Persons
Canadian Union of Skilled Workers
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
Future of Sport Lab
Gluckstein Lawyers
Labatt Breweries of Canada
LiUNA Ontario Provincial District Council
Miller Thomson
MLSE Motion
Nancy & John McFadyen
Napoleon
Rakuten Canada
Scotiabank – Power & Utilities Scotia Wealth Management
Spirit of York Distillery Co.
TD Private Wealth Investment Counsel
Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni Association
Toronto Professional Firefighters Association
Waugh Family Foundation
Woodley Care Services

Sterling Sponsors
Jackson Events Inc.
LOUD! Sports & Entertainment

Silver Sponsors
Aspire Bakeries
Gordon Food Service
ICON
Mother Parkers
Pickle Barrel Catering

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For ticket and sponsorship, marketing, silent & live auction, and volunteer information, please contact:
Charlene Criscione
(416) 421-8377 x373
ccriscione@easterseals.org

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