Events
April 14
2024
High Tea & Silent Auction for a Cause
Join us on Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at our generous sponsor, Meadowvale Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Centres on 7732 Mavis Road in Brampton, ON for a High Tea & Silent Auction for a Cause.
This event is hosted by Kay Blair Hospice, a non-profit, charitable organization that is dedicated to building the first hospice in Brampton. Kay Blair Hospice provides compassionate care and support to individuals and families facing life-limiting illnesses.
Tickets are $150 per person (Purchase on EventBrite link below). You can also sponsor a table for 6 guests at $1500 and receive recognition at the event.
Feb 18 2023
Trailblazing Excellence: Honoring Kay Blair’s Legacy during Black History Month
Dec 05 2023
KBH at the Peel Council of Aging (PCoA)
Thanks to the Fundraising Committee member Sandeep Dhupar, KBH had the opportunity to present close to 80 representatives of seniors’ organizations at their monthly meeting. Information about KBH and the ask for donations and volunteer involvement was well received.
Nov 27
2023
Celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Jo’s Birthday
November 27 2023 was Guru Nanak Dev Jo’s birthday. Guru Nanak is the founder of Sikhism. Thanks to Fundraising Committee member Cllr Navjeet Brar, we were able to organize a booth/display at a busy Gurdwara (Sikh place of worship) to share information about KBH in Punjabi to many of the individuals and families that visited the Gurdwara to pay their respects. News of the hospice being built in Brampton was very well received. Kuljit Singh (Board member), Gurwinder Gill (Board member) and Manpreet Kaur (Fundraising Committee member) were available for several hours to speak to the public at the Gurdwara.
Nov 12
2023
The Inaugural Diwali Festival, hosted by the City of Brampton…
surpassed all expectations and became an astounding success, attracting a tremendous crowd of thousands, even in the freezing cold weather. The event featured captivating entertainment and a breathtaking fireworks display, creating a truly memorable experience for all attendees.
At the festival, KBH board members Kuljit S. Janjua and Gurwinder Gill and Executive director, Candace Barone, actively engaged with visitors at the KBH booth, distributing informative brochures about hospice care and passionately explaining the exciting news about KBH, the first hospice residence being constructed in Brampton.
A special acknowledgment goes to Mayor Patrick Brown and the city council for their unwavering support, including the generous donation of land at Sesquicentennial Park. With their backing, the vision of KBH is rapidly becoming a reality.
Nov
2023
The Inaugural Community Leadership Forum, hosted by Brampton Funeral Home & Cemetary,
witnessed a remarkable turnout with approximately 50 leaders from diverse organizations in attendance.
Attendees included board members Per Homer and Gurwinder Gill, who represented KBH. They had the opportunity to speak to all attendees to and share insightful updates on the progress of KBH, along with its commendable fundraising and outreach campaign.
sEP 24
2023
Another great year of the Healing Cycle’s 19th Annual Live Ride!
The Healing Cycle Foundation funds and empowers the hospice palliative care community and champions the right of all Canadians to dignity, compassion and quality in end-of-life care.
We’re thrilled to host our 19th Annual live ride on September 24th 2023! whether you’re a novice or experienced cyclist, join us in making a difference for hospice palliative care in Ontario. Additionally, throughout the entire month of september, participate in our 30-day virtual challenges. get ready for a transformative journey like no other.
sEP 25
2022
Healing cycle Returns
The Healing Cycle Foundation funds and empowers the hospice palliative care community and champions the right of all Canadians to dignity, compassion and quality in end-of-life care.
Join us this fall as we declare September #HealingCycleMonth. This year, The Healing Cycle brings back our live, in-person cycling event and 5km walk. Additionally, you can choose the virtual challenge, where participants are invited to complete their Riding, Walking, Running or whatever and their fundraising goal over the course of the month of September.
OCT 02 2022
The Oakville Half Marathon back in-person this year!
Kay Blair Hospice, one of the charity partners for this event invites you to join our race in October 2nd 2022. The marathon is a flat, single loop course that passes through Oakvilleās most historic and beautiful neighbourhoods and by Bronte Harbour twice! Enjoy the scenic waterfront before heading onto quiet tree lined residential streets and around Appleby College campus, before finishing at Shell Park. In addition to registering, your donation will support Kay Blair Hospice.