March 5, 2026

Belongathon season is here!

On Saturday, June 6, 2026, you’re invited to join one of sixteen Belongathon events taking place across Ontario and Saskatchewan. This event is open to everyone—so bring your family, friends, and community and be part of the fun!

Belongathon is a Karis-led community outreach fundraiser: a “walk and roll” event created to raise awareness and funds for people with developmental disabilities in Canada and around the world. Communities are only whole when everybody belongs.

Registration is now open at belongathon.ca.

This week, districts are celebrating the kick-off of Belongathon 2026 in exciting and creative ways. Thanks to all who wore their Belongathon t-shirts and celebrated with us!

How can I participate?

  • Create or join a team: Visit belongathon.ca and click “Sign Up” to make an account. You can join an existing team or start your own!
  • Spread the word: Invite your friends, family, peers, church, sports team, or community group to get involved. belongathon.ca/resources has helpful promotional materials you can use. You can even like, comment or share our Belongathon launch post on social media.
  • Please note that Area Managers and Program Managers can find additional resources on the CH Connect Fundraising page to assist people supported in learning about and registering for the Belongathon.
  • Donate: Support a friend, team, or individual by clicking “Support a Friend” on the Belongathon website.
  • Volunteer: Sign up to be a volunteer when you register online
  • Engage your community: Connected to a local business that might want to participate? Encourage them to form a team or support Belongathon as a sponsor. Details are available at belongathon.ca/sponsors.

A big thank you to YES TV for returning as our official Media Sponsor this year. Watch for Belongathon features in several commercials airing on YES TV from May through June.

Questions? Your local Event Leads are here to help. Visit the Contact Us page for details.

Together, let’s make this the best Belongathon yet! We surpassed our fundraising goal last year, and we’re confident we can do it again. Thank you for supporting the Belongathon and for the ongoing work you do to help people with disabilities experience true belonging.

Regards,

Victoria Brayshaw-Driessen, Donor Relations Specialist