07 Mar Variety’s Illumination Ball

THANK YOU! – On behalf of our Board of Directors, event committee, staff, volunteers—and most importantly, the children of Variety—we extend our heartfelt thanks for to everyone for the incredible support of Variety’s Inaugural Illumination Ball, held on May 3, 2025, at the RBC Convention Centre. 

Thanks to the community’s generosity, this year’s Illumination Ball was a tremendous success, raising over $500,000 and welcoming more than 400 guests. The support helped make a meaningful difference in the lives of children living with special needs and facing economic challenges. Because of this, our event was a resounding success, and many deserving families will feel the lasting impact of this unforgettable evening. We were also proud to posthumously honour Wayne Rogers for all his incredible dedication to Variety’s kids over his 25 years of service.

At Variety, we are proud to partner with individuals and organizations to deliver life-changing, life-enriching, and life-saving equipment, services, and opportunities. Through programs like Variety’s Special Needs Program, Camp Brereton, Bike Camp, and Winnipeg VOLT Hockey, we are committed to breaking down barriers and creating equal opportunities for children to thrive and reach their full potential.