Sweep for the East curling fundraiser for Michael Garron Hospital slated for Feb. 7

If you’ve been watching the Scotties Tournament of Hearts Canadian women’s curling championships this week and thought “That looks fun, I’d like to try it out!”, then the Michael Garron Hospital Foundation has the event for you. 

Sweep for the East is a curling tournament set for Saturday, Feb. 7, at 6 pm at the Leaside Curling Club.

The hosts of the event are The Impact Council, a group of young professionals working to making positive impacts for the Coxwell Avenue hospital.

Curling teams consist of four members, and the council is looking for six more teams to complete the pool for Sweep for the East.

The organizers are asking that teams raise $1,000 in funds. Sponsorships are also still available at a cost of $2,500.

Each year, The Impact Council hosts events to fund programs and equipment at Michael Garron Hospital that might otherwise go unfunded.

This year, money is being raised for two high-fidelity mannequins for healthcare teams to use to safely practice responding to complex, high-stakes situations that involve infants and children.

Participants in Sweep for the East are welcome to wear a team uniform of their choosing, and the emphasis of the event will be on having fun. Those taking part are invited to enjoy a fun evening of curling, friendly competition, drinks, prizes, and food, including Beavertails and poutine. 

The Leaside Curling Club is located at 1075 Millwood Rd.

To register for Sweep for the East, please visit https://mghf.akaraisin.com/ui/SweepfortheEast2026