April 8, 2025, BRAMPTON/ETOBICOKE – William Osler Health System Foundation’s (Osler Foundation) 12th annual Holi Gala – Festival of Colours, presented by BVD Group, raised an incredible $1,241,129 in support of William Osler Health System (Osler) hospitals over the weekend.
The sold-out event attracted nearly 900 philanthropists and community leaders for a spectacular evening
filled with gourmet food stations, ‘Insta-worthy’ photo ops, a spectacular silent auction, a delectable dinner and sizzling dance performances. The night culminated in a show-stopping live performance by Punjabi trio, The Landers, who brought guests to their feet in celebration.
“Holi Gala continues to be the most vibrant, inspirational event of the year and we are proud to do our part to support William Osler Health System Foundation,” said Bikram Dhillon, CEO, BVD Group.
Holi Gala is Osler Foundation’s largest fundraiser and provides essential support for Osler hospitals:
Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital and Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and
Wellness. This year’s event comes at a pivotal time, as Osler marks Peel Memorial’s 100 years of care in
Brampton and recently broke ground on the new Peel Memorial Hospital, which will bring new and
enhanced programs and services, including a new Emergency Department, to Brampton and surrounding
areas for generations.
“On behalf of the patients and families who rely on Osler hospitals, thank you to the generous sponsors,
donors and guests of Holi Gala who are continuing the proud 100-year legacy of community support that
began with Peel Memorial,” said Ken Mayhew, President and CEO, William Osler Health System Foundation.
“Rather than saying something should be done, our community is stepping forward—with diverse
backgrounds but common purpose—to get it done. With the funds raised from Holi Gala, Brampton’s
second hospital moves another step closer to reality.”
A portion of funds raised from Holi Gala will support vital emergency care services at Osler. With more than 300,000 emergency visits each year across its three hospitals, Osler’s Emergency Departments are the busiest in Ontario, and unprecedented growth in the communities Osler serves means increased demand on the local health care system.
“The redevelopment of Peel Memorial—including Brampton’s much-needed second Emergency
Department—will be a monumental step forward, expanding access to emergency care and other vital
services needed in our region,” said Dr. Frank Martino. “We are grateful to those who helped make Holi
Gala a resounding success. Your support will help ensure more patients can receive the vital care they
need.”
Holi Gala was made possible through generous sponsor support: Presenting Sponsor, BVD Group; Dinner
Sponsor, In n Out Car Wash and Detailing Centre; Cocktail Sponsor, CIBC; Centrepiece Sponsor, Echelon
Insurance; Valet Sponsor, Hunter Express; Photobooth Sponsor, Homelife Miracle Realty.
ABOUT WILLIAM OSLER HEALTH SYSTEM and FOUNDATION: William Osler Health System (Osler) is a leading hospital system serving more than 1.3 million people in Brampton, North Etobicoke, Caledon and surrounding communities – one of the most culturally diverse, fastest growing areas in Ontario. Accredited with Exemplary Standing, Accreditation Canada’s highest rating for a Canadian hospital, Osler includes Brampton Civic Hospital, Etobicoke General Hospital, Peel Memorial Centre
for Integrated Health and Wellness (Peel Memorial), a Reactivation Care Unit and a Withdrawal Management Centre. Building on a legacy of clinical excellence and innovation and home to the Osler Research Institute for Health Innovation, Osler is planning for the future with transformative developments, including the new Peel Memorial Hospital and as the primary clinical partner for
Toronto Metropolitan University’s new School of Medicine in Brampton. William Osler Health System Foundation seeks to create a healthier community through giving by inspiring its communities to invest in exceptional health care close to home.
Learn more about how Osler is going beyond to deliver on its Vision of world-class health care inspired by its people and communities at
www.williamoslerhs.ca.
