Helping Homeless Canadians
Nanaimo, B.C. and Oakville, ON – In Nanaimo, 59 teams and 424 walkers participated in the Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY), a winteriffic, family-friendly fundraiser for charities that assist people experiencing hunger and homelessness. The Nanaimo event contributed $123,865 to the record-setting total of nearly $14 million!
All Fore(!) Wildlife
Oakville, ON – This just in: The beloved Charity Golf Tournament for the Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre will swing into action again this summer raising money to rehabilitate wild animals. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. on June 21, 2024, at the Garrison Golf and Country Club in Kingston.
Oddibles Concert Benefits JDRF
Oakville, ON – Mark Cadesky is a Broker who moonlights with a local band called the Oddibles. This past week, the group put on an incredible show at the Shore in Port Credit raising more than $800 for JDRF, a charity focused on improving life for people with diabetes.
Coldest Night Across Canada
CANADA – On Saturday, February 24th, thousands of people in 190 communities across the country will bundle up and walk alongside their neighbours in the Coldest Night of the Year. This event has raised over $75,000,000 for numerous charities, including Habitat for Humanity, which builds houses for families in need.
Heart-Healthy ‘Fun’raisers
Ottawa, ON – Each February during Heart Month, Canadians remember loved ones they’ve lost to heart disease; strive to improve their own cardiac health; and support research and treatment facilities. Colin Zappia has partnered with a local business, Aurelius Fine Oils to raise money for the University of Ottawa Heart Institute…
Handcrafted with Love
Ajax, ON – It was a record-setting year for the members of Knitting and Crochet for Community: by the end of December, they had crafted 4,653 hats, mittens, blankets and more and delivered them to hospitals, long-term care facilities, homeless shelters, and others. Sutton REALTOR® Whitney Collins-Wilson launched the group in 2020.
A Sweet Food Bank Raffle
Oakville, ON – Sutton Group - Quantum Realty Inc. raffled a delectable chocolate house and raised $500 for local food banks just in time for Christmas. With this gift, the charities could use their extra purchasing power to provide healthy, satisfying meals to 100 people in need.
Halloween Spectacular on Bloor Street
Toronto, ON – This Halloween, a favourite destination for trick-or-treaters was the Sutton Group - Realty Systems Inc. office on Bloor Street. The team spent weeks creating colourful displays and a window selfie station filled with illuminated decorations such as a haunted house, ghosts, creepy crawlers, and a Mickey Mouse jack-o'-lantern.
An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Ottawa, ON – As a new Director on the board of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation, Colin Zappia is pleased to announce his latest fundraiser. He has teamed up with Ottawa 67’s defenceman Henry Mews to ensure that Canadians continue to receive worldclass cardiac care…
Paddle and Canoe Art Auction
Huntsville, ON – The Algonquin Outfitters’ bi-annual Paddle Art Auction gives Canadians an opportunity to own original art that celebrates the history and beauty of the Muskoka lakes region while raising funds for arts and cultural organizations. This online auction will run from October 23rd to November 12th.
Walk/Run for the Cure
Orillia, ON – One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives, but thanks to fundraisers such as the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, there have been incredible advancements in screening, research and treatments. Breast cancer mortality rates have dropped by 49%….
Tournament Raises $216,000 for Cardiac Care
Ottawa, ON – The 2nd Annual Wilbert Keon Memorial Golf Tournament took place on July 10, 2023. The event raised a record of nearly $216,000 attracting 180 golfers on two courses, as well as numerous corporate sponsors, donors and volunteers. Colin Zappia, a Sutton Broker, volunteered as chair of the tournament committee.
Golfers to the Rescue
Kingston, ON – This year’s Charity Golf Tournament for the Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre was a huge success raising $51,545.45 to provide shelter, food, and medical care for injured and orphaned wild animals. Your Grant Team has organized this annual event for several years.
Pickleball Raises $30,500 for Heart Institute
Ottawa, ON – Daniel Alfredsson, the former Ottawa Senators captain, and Hockey Hall of Fame member, was a special guest at the inaugural Ottawa Pickleball Classic on June 10, 2023. Approximately 100 players helped to raise $30,500 for world-class cardiac care and research at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
Tournament to Fund Critical Care for Wildlife
Kingston, ON – The Sandy Pines Wildlife Centre is currently caring for a springtime deluge of orphaned baby rabbits, fawns, chicks, turtles, and other high-need youngsters along hundreds of injured animals. The centre relies entirely on donations and fundraising including a special annual event to feed and care for the animals.
A Legacy of Generosity
Oakville, ON – Congratulations to Kirk Fournier, Oakville’s second most generous agent for 2022 (his mother Wilma earned first place) and the 15th most generous agent in Canada. The Top Giving Agent distinction is an initiative of Rate My Agent….
Synergy of Sisters
Ottawa, ON – Sylvie Hariski and Julie Serré-Matthews began working together nearly two decades ago and officially formed the Sisters Home Team five years ago. Although their backgrounds prior to real estate are quite different, they share a dedication to their clients and have contributed to multiple charities…
Play from the Heart
Ottawa, ON – Pickleball players of all skill levels are invited to the first ever Pickleball Tournament in support of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation set for June 10, 2023, at the RA Centre in Ottawa. Colin Zappia is the co-founder and co-producer of this tournament…
A Top Giving Agent
Oakville, ON – After more than 30 years of exceptional generosity, Wilma Fournier is still in awe of the inexplicable, yet predictable law of giving. She was recently named Oakville’s Top Giving Agent for 2022 and ranked sixth overall in Canada. The Top Giving Agent distinction is an initiative of Rate My Agent. Participants are required to send in copies of their official, charitable receipts…
Heartwarming Opportunities
Ottawa, ON – For Heart Month this February, Colin Zappia will be donating $500 per real estate transaction to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation. He is also the Chair of the 2023 Wilbert Keon Memorial Golf Tournament set for July 10 at the Royal Ottawa Golf Club.