April 16, 2026, BRAMPTON/ETOBICOKE – William Osler Health System Foundation’s (Osler Foundation) Holi Gala – Festival of Colours, presented by BVD Group, raised $977,850 for local hospitals on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The 13th annual event was hosted at Pearson Convention Center, where guests danced the night away to the sounds of Indian music star Amrit Maan, one of Punjabi music’s most prominent hit makers. All funds
raised support William Osler Health System (Osler) hospitals, including Brampton Civic, Etobicoke General and Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness (Peel Memorial).
More than 850 community members and business leaders attended the sold-out Holi Gala, which is consistently one of the most anticipated events of the spring, offering high-energy entertainment, gourmet food, vibrant celebration, and philanthropy.
Brampton-based BVD Group returned as the event’s presenting sponsor, for the fifth year. “On behalf of the Dhillon family and all of us at BVD Group, we are incredibly proud to have served as Presenting Sponsor for this remarkable event for five years,” said Bikram Dhillon, CEO of BVD Group. “Each year, we are inspired by the passion, generosity, and sense of community that come together in support of the hospitals that serve all of us, our families and our neighbours. We are honoured to stand alongside this community and remain committed to helping drive meaningful change for years to come.”
“Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Osler, driving new discoveries, advancing care, and opening the door to even better outcomes for our patients,” said Dr. Frank Martino, President and CEO, William Osler Health System. “The funds raised through Holi Gala will directly support that innovation, enabling us to deliver more advanced, people-centred care, and bring leading-edge medical solutions to the community we serve. Together, we are shaping the future of health care.”
“We are thrilled by the success of this year’s event and deeply grateful to everyone who made it possible— our donors, sponsors, volunteers, and community members. Thanks to all of you, we are building a bold future for Osler, including Brampton’s second hospital, the new Peel Memorial,” added Shelagh Barry, Interim President and CEO, William Osler Health System Foundation. “The energy and generosity we witnessed at this year’s Holi Gala are a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together.”
In addition to Presenting Sponsor BVD Group, Holi Gala is supported by Platinum Sponsor In N Out Carwash and Detailing Centre, and Gold Sponsors CIBC, Echelon Insurance and Homelife Miracle Realty Ltd. Brokerage.
