Raising Over $106,000 for CAMH - Paddles for Progress

On Saturday June 20th, Fairgrounds Racket Club in Leaside transformed into a hub of competition, connection, and community impact as players and supporters gathered for the Paddles for Progress charity tournament & social in support of CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health).

The event attracted 110 teams and more than 330 attendees, bringing together athletes, families, friends, and community members for a day that extended far beyond the game itself. The venue was filled with energy as participants enjoyed competitive matches, local vendors, great food, and live entertainment throughout the day.

One of the day’s biggest highlights was the professional exhibition match featuring Luis Colmenero & Tanner Robinson (Team 1), alongside Ilya Tirapolski & Eduardo Di Estefano (Team 2). Their high-level play showcased the growing talent within the sport and delivered an exciting experience for spectators and competitors alike.

Featured: Ilya Tirapolski, Eduardo Di Estefano, Tanner Robinson, Luis Colmenero

The tournament also shone a spotlight on the importance of mental health awareness. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from Tychon Carter-Newman, the first Black winner of Big Brother Canada, who has used his platform to champion mental wellness, personal growth, and the power of community. His powerful message left a lasting impression on attendees and reinforced the impact that Paddles for Progress strives to create both on and off the court.

As the final matches wrapped up, participants continued the celebration at the official after-party hosted at The Porch. The evening provided an opportunity to connect, reflect on the day’s successes, and celebrate the collective effort that made the event possible.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors

Between matches, attendees explored booths, enjoyed refreshments, and participated in our on-site raffle, featuring a wide array of fantastic prizes—from gift cards and gear to local experiences, all generously donated by our incredible 80 event partners. It was a crowd favorite, adding extra excitement to the already vibrant day.

Venue Partners

Fairgrounds Racket Club - Leaise | The Porch - Toronto.

Cash Sponsors

National Bank of Canada, KUBRA, Barrick Mining, TMX Post Trade Innovations Inc, Prime Quadrant, Mcleish Orlando, Altera Digital Health, Brookebuilt Custom Homes, Jimmy the Greek, Hillsdale Investment Management, and RBC Capital Markets.

Official Sponosrs

Powered by Joola | Hydrated By BioSteel

Food and Beverage Sponsors

Pluck Tea Company, Greenhouse, BioSteel, Jug Water, All Ours, Amsterdam Brewhouse, Every Side Beer, Shore Shaker, Casa Del Ray, Food Dudes, Happy Pops, General Mills, Shake Shack, Toronto Popcorn Company, Las Muns, and Renaissance Pizza.

In‑Kind Sponsors

Toothpod, Land of Dochia/Selftropy, Formula Fig, Jaybird, LUG, MAV Beauty (Mark Anthony Professional), Tonic Blooms, Altea, Taps, Toast on Bloor, MLSE Foundation, Good Neighbour, Check On The Homies, Milk Bag, Othership, Elle Hicks Hair, Muse, B‑Stretched, Marriott, Roots, Loop Earplugs, Sweat and Tonic, Canprev, Paris Texas, Holt Renfrew, RitewAI, Hamilton Ticats (CAMH), Local Barber, Gatto Flowers, Brust Coffee, Reframe Wellbeing, Nilk, Amino Balls, and Joola.

Measuring the Impact of Paddles for Progress

Thanks to the amazing support from our community, we raised over $106,000 for CAMH—Canada’s leading mental health hospital and research center. Every dollar contributes to improving care, education, and research in mental health, and every conversation initiated today helps break the stigma.

We are deeply thankful to everyone who participated, played with passion, cheered enthusiastically, donated generously, and made this event a vibrant, heartfelt celebration of community and cause.