EVENTS
Cerebral Palsy Alberta puts on several events each year, allowing us to connect with our community and celebrate the accomplishments of our organization, as well as the successes of our members. Fundraising at our events allows us to continue to offer programs and services and enable people within the disability community to live a Life without Limits.
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We encourage everyone to get involved with our annual events where you can enjoy the company of other members, supporters, and volunteers. Thank you to the individuals, groups, and companies who contribute financially and donate items to our events, and to our volunteers who donate their time and expertise in making our events successful. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please download our sponsorship package below. If you're interested in hosting your own FUNdraiser to support Cerebral Palsy Alberta please contact:
Makenna Williams at 403 219 3604 or via email
HUSH GALA
OCTOBER 17, 2026
THEME: WE'RE KEEPING IT HUSH!
Cerebral Palsy Alberta held its first gala in 2007 in an effort to raise funds and awareness for individuals within the disability community. With the success of the gala, it quickly became an annual event.
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The HUSH Gala embraces a different theme each year and secret elements are always kept HUSH that will only be revealed to our guests as clues and details are slowly released. Take part in the VIP signature cocktail reception, enjoy appetizers, a chef-created gourmet meal, exciting entertainment and the opportunity to bid on fabulous live and silent auction items.
The Gala never disappoints and has successfully raised much-needed funds for the CPAA’s programs and services. This fundraiser would not be possible without our countless volunteers, supporters, donors, and sponsors. For more information or if you would like to participate as a sponsor, donor or volunteer, please contact:
Makenna Williams at 403 219 3604 or via email
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ANNIVERSARY
BENEFIT CONCERT
MAY, 2026
In 2026, Cerebral Palsy Alberta is proud to celebrate a major milestone — 50 years of impact. Since May 18, 1976, we have worked alongside individuals, families, and communities to build a more inclusive, barrier-free Alberta.
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To honour this special anniversary, we invite you to join us for our 50th Anniversary Benefit Concert, hosted at Cowboys Dance Hall! This unforgettable night will be filled with great music, celebration, and connection — bringing together supporters, sponsors, and community members who believe in empowering the disability community across Alberta.
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Every ticket purchased and donation made helps CP Alberta continue delivering meaningful programs, services, and social enterprise initiatives that support people to live their best lives — today and for the next 50 years.
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Come celebrate the past, support the present, and help us build the future.
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This fundraiser would not be possible without our countless volunteers, supporters, donors, and sponsors. For more information or if you would like to participate as a sponsor, donor or volunteer, please contact:
Makenna Williams at 403 219 3604 or via email
GOLF
WITHOUT LIMITS
JUNE 1, 2026
CATTAIL GOLF CLUB, EDMONTON
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JUNE 15, 2026
BLUE DEVIL GOLF CLUB, CALGARY
Dust off your clubs and join Cerebral Palsy Alberta in June each year for our Annual Golf Without Limits Tournament! Registration includes 18 Holes Texas Scramble, Power Carts, Lunch & Dinner, Golf Swag, Activity Holes, Prizes & More! Whether you’re a pro or a novice, we guarantee you a fun day of golf, dinner and prizes…all for a great cause!
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Additional perks include:
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Potential networking opportunities
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A chance to win some great prizes
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An acceptable day of ‘Hookie’ on the course
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Supporting the CPAA and individuals in the disability community!
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The success of this tournament would not be possible without the support we receive from our amazing volunteers, donors, and sponsors. For more information or to inquiry about the sponsorship, donor or volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Makenna Williams at 403 219 3604 or via email
MOBILITY
CHALLENGE
Cerebral Palsy Alberta is hosting a NEW Mobility Challenge!
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The Mobility Challenge will include 15 teams of 5 able-bodied participants joining together for a 5km Wheelchair Pedesting Challenge. At each 1km mark a team member from each group will tag in and pedest to the next km mark. Each location/tag point will be considered either non or partially accessible. There will be no registration fee for participants, just a commitment to raise $1,000/team.
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This exciting fundraiser helps to raise awareness and funds for individuals in the disability community. This event would not be possible without the support of our amazing supporters, donors and sponsors. If you would like to participate as a donor or sponsor please contact:: Cindy Turnquist at 403-219-3611 or via email
EMPOWERING EDMONTON
BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER
Sept 15, 2026
Join us for an inspiring morning of connection, community, and purpose at the Empowering Edmonton Breakfast, a signature fundraising event in support of Cerebral Palsy Alberta.
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This special event brings together business and community leaders, supporters, and champions of inclusion to help raise vital funds for programs and services that empower individuals and families in Alberta’s disability community.
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We are honoured to welcome Alvin Law as our keynote speaker. Known for his powerful message of resilience, possibility, and perseverance, Alvin’s story will leave guests inspired and reminded that barriers can be overcome—and that each of us has the ability to create meaningful change.
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Enjoy a delicious breakfast, meaningful conversation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact as we work toward a more inclusive, barrier-free future for all.
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We can’t wait to welcome you to this unforgettable morning in support of CP Alberta.
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For more information or if you would like to participate as a sponsor, donor or volunteer, please contact:
Makenna Williams at 403 219 3604 or via email
WORLD CP DAY
OCTOBER 6TH 2025
World Cerebral Palsy Day is a global movement of people with cerebral palsy and their families, and the organizations that support them, in more than 60 countries. The day is an opportunity to celebrate, raise awareness and take action to ensure that people with CP have the same rights, access and opportunity as anyone else in their communities. World CP Day is sponsored by The Allergan Foundation.
You can learn more about World CP Day by visiting the official website.
Visit www.worldcpday.org to share your story and ‘Join Us On the Map’
Join the movement and get your local community to proclaim October 6th World CP Day!
GO GREEN FOR CP
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On October 6th, we’re encouraging everyone to Go Green For CP! Show us how you’ll Go Green For CP by sharing your photos on social media and use the hashtags: #gogreenforcp #gogreenforcpaa # cpalberta #worldcpday
COMEDY
FOR A CAUSE
APRIL, 2026
Get ready for a night of big laughs and an even bigger impact! Join us for Comedy for a Cause, a fundraising event in support of Cerebral Palsy Alberta (CP Alberta), hosted at two amazing venues:
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The Laugh Shop – Calgary
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The Comic Strip – Edmonton
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live stand-up comedy, great energy, and community connection — all while supporting a meaningful cause.
Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to CP Alberta, helping fund programs, services, and community supports that empower individuals and families in Alberta’s disability community.
Bring your friends, co-workers, or a date night crew — and feel good knowing every laugh helps build a more inclusive, barrier-free Alberta.
Come for the comedy… stay for the cause!
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For more information or if you would like to participate as a sponsor, donor or volunteer, please contact:
Makenna Williams at 403 219 3604 or via email
GO GREEN FOR CP
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On October 6th, we’re encouraging everyone to Go Green For CP! Show us how you’ll Go Green For CP by sharing your photos on social media and use the hashtags: #gogreenforcp #gogreenforcpaa # cpalberta #worldcpday
WORLD CP DAY
OCTOBER 6TH 2025
World Cerebral Palsy Day is a global movement of people with cerebral palsy and their families, and the organizations that support them, in more than 60 countries. The day is an opportunity to celebrate, raise awareness and take action to ensure that people with CP have the same rights, access and opportunity as anyone else in their communities. World CP Day is sponsored by The Allergan Foundation.
You can learn more about World CP Day by visiting the official website.
Visit www.worldcpday.org to share your story and ‘Join Us On the Map’
Join the movement and get your local community to proclaim October 6th World CP Day!
GO GREEN FOR CP
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On October 6th, we’re encouraging everyone to Go Green For CP! Show us how you’ll Go Green For CP by sharing your photos on social media and use the hashtags: #gogreenforcp #gogreenforcpaa # cpalberta #worldcpday