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This year’s Carnival happened Saturday, September 19th from 11am - 2pm!
257 Registered Attendees, Over $5,000 Raised, and a Community United in Inclusion!
Our 4th Annual Inclusivity Carnival was a tremendous success!
On September 19, Canopy Support Services welcomed 257 registered attendees to Dixon Park for a day filled with connection, celebration, entertainment, and community. From live performances and family-friendly activities to community engagement and meaningful conversations, the event showcased what is possible when people come together to create a more inclusive community.
This year's carnival would not have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors: The Babbling Brook, Adam Simmonds & Flat Rate Realty, East City Dental, Electric City Physio, East Peterborough Lions Club, EG Gray Transportation Ltd., Community Foundation of Greater Peterborough, and Awde Architect and Planning. Their generosity helped make this event accessible, welcoming, and memorable for everyone who attended.
We were also proud to welcome an amazing group of community partners who shared information, resources, and opportunities for connection throughout the day, including Autism Home Base, Heads Up for Inclusion, Special Olympics Peterborough, Council for Persons with Disabilities, Henna Hands by Kinjal, and Mindful Moves Yoga & Fitness. These organizations help strengthen our community year-round, and we are grateful for their participation.
A special thank you goes to our talented performers who kept the crowd engaged and entertained throughout the event. Thank you to Sara Cee, Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts, Kawartha Gymnastics, and Special Olympics for sharing your talents and helping create such a lively and joyful atmosphere.
We would also like to recognize the many businesses and individuals who generously donated prizes, including Art School of Peterborough, Publican House, Baxter Creek Golf Course, 100 Acre Brewery, Boardwalk Games, Kawartha Dairy, DM Wills Associates, Angela Rose, the Crayola Store in Lindsay, Nannyberrys, Intrigue Books, and Bee True Events. Your contributions helped make our raffles and giveaways a highlight of the day.
To our staff, volunteers, RBC Peterborough volunteers, and especially the Canopy Central Navigation team who work throughout the year planning this event, thank you for your dedication and hard work behind the scenes. Most importantly, thank you to every attendee who joined us and helped create an atmosphere of belonging, acceptance, and fun.
Together, we raised more than $5,000 in support of our Canopy Cares Support Fund. As we celebrate another successful year, we're already looking ahead with excitement to 2027 and the 5th Anniversary of the Inclusivity Carnival. We can't wait to see what we accomplish together next!
