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Thank you to everyone who joined us for Game Night 2026!

On Thursday, March 12, friends, colleagues, and community members came together at the Arcadian Loft for an evening where fun met philanthropy—playing games, winning prizes, and supporting vital literacy programs across Canada.

A special thank you to our incredible official host, Joe Canavan, whose energy helped make the night so memorable. We’re also grateful to Ekta Mendhi, Vice President – Media Production and Hospitality at CIBC, for speaking on behalf of CIBC, our Presenting Sponsor, and to Ron Landry, Vice President, Head of Segment Solutions and Canadian ETF Services, Relationship Management at CIBC Mellon, for presenting the Learner Achievement Award.

We would also like to recognize our amazing Game Night committee members whose dedication made this event possible: Pat Dunwoody, Ozy Camacho, Christina Ashmore, Nancy Nigh, James Stares, Matthew Latimer, George Salac, and Thanuja Sangary. Thank you as well to John Chew, our scorekeeper for the games.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors and supporters, including CIBC, CIBC Mellon, Blakes, Torys LLP, Bridgehouse Asset Managers, CIRO, Fundata, Aviso, CDW, Hamilton ETFs, Mawer, Everpure, Fundserv, Cboe, Palo Alto Networks, Netskope, Penguin Random House Canada, and the many organizations who supported the event through sponsorship and in-kind contributions.

Every game played helps support United for Literacy programs that empower people of all ages with the literacy skills they need to thrive.

What is Game Night?

Game Night is United for Literacy’s annual fundraising event where fun meets philanthropy! This lively evening brings together friends, colleagues, and community members to play games, win prizes, and support vital literacy programs across Canada.

Why your support matters

Your participation in Game Night directly helps United for Literacy’s programs, which empower individuals of all ages through literacy. Every game played, every prize won, and every contribution helps provide essential learning opportunities to communities across Canada.

In 2025, Game Night raised over $119,000, bringing our total fundraising efforts to more than $4.3 million since the event began in 2005.

Sponsor Game Night in 2027!

Interested in Sponsorship?
If your company is looking for a unique way to give back while gaining visibility with a vibrant audience, explore our sponsorship opportunities and be part of this impactful event.

Get ready to play, connect, and make a difference—because when we play together, we change lives.

For more information contact Jennifer Chow, National Events Manager at United for Literacy, [email protected].