FIFTH ANNUAL GUELPH MASQUERADE FOR MENTAL HEALTH Mask Off Huge Success!

The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario – Wellington Guelph hosted the fifth annual Guelph masquerade for mental health – Mask Off Presented by Elinesky Schuett Private Wealth Management of RBC Dominion Securities on Saturday February 8th, 2025, at the Italian Canadian Club in Guelph.

Thanks to your generous contributions we raised $90,000 for local youth!

Guests were disguised by their mask of choice. This formal event is meant to expand the wider communities’ understanding of what it’s like to live “under a mental health mask." The goal of the event is to raise awareness and financial support for mental health initiatives provided by the Grove’s seven sites throughout Guelph and Wellington County.

Established in 2019 by local realtor Charmaine Collins and historically delivered in collaboration with the United Way Guelph, The Children’s Foundation and The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Mask Off was created to raise awareness and financial support for mental health initiatives throughout Wellington County. This year, Collins transitioned the leadership of the Mask Off event to The Grove to make this an annual signature fundraising event.

Mask Off chose to partner with The Grove because it is a one-stop-shop for youth mental health and wellness in Guelph-Wellington. The Grove supports youth 12-26 by meeting youth where they are right now, with open doors, open minds and open hearts. The Grove supports wide range of need including mental health, substance use, primary care, education, employment, training, housing and other community and social services. All local, all accessible and all available in one location.

“We are grateful to Charmaine and everyone supporting this year’s Mask Off event. In 2024, youth walked through the doors of The Grove 36,000 times. As we strive to meet the demand for free, accessible mental health and wellness support in our region, the important funds raised will help us serve even more youth in need. Every donation to The Grove ensures we can sustain and expand our services, making a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our community," says Executive Director of The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Jeff Hoffman

The event included videos of impact, a silent auction, dinner, and dancing to Black Water Trio. Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making Mask Off possible:

Presenting Sponsor: Elinesky Schuett Private Wealth Management of RBC Dominion Securities

Cocktail Sponsor: Barzotti Woodworking Limited

Wine Sponsor: Coldwell Banker Neumann Real Estate Brokerage

Silent Auction Sponsor: Breathe Medical Spa

Masquerade Gold Sponsor: Wisdom's Jewellers

Masquerade Bronze Sponsor: Serco, Crème Couture, Sleeman Breweries

Decor Sponsor: The GrandWay Events Centre

In Kind: Harvey’s, Milk & Co., House of Bogart, Flanagan Food Service