Participate
Join Nova Vita and participate throughout the year at one of our annual events to raise awareness about domestic violence and raise much needed financial support for our emergency shelter, programs and services.
International Women’s Day
Nova Vita Celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 was a success! Thank you to our guests, our sponsors, our prize donors, our guest speaker Inspector Quenneville, the Brantford Golf & Country Club, and our volunteers for joining us at the “kitchen table”. You are at the heart of the work we do!
With your support, over $75,000 (net) was raised that evening to support women in our community escaping violence and homelessness. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsors
Thank you to our 2025 #NovaVitaIWD Sponsors!
For more information about this event please contact:
Jessica Powless, Fundraising & Events Manager
519-752-1005 x 232 | jpowless@novavita.org
Golf Fore Nova Vita
Get ready to tee-up for our 28th Annual Golf Fore Nova Vita! When you register your foursome, every swing you take will help to bring hope and healing to those in need.
Your registration includes:
- 18 holes with cart at the exclusive Brantford Golf & Country Club
- Awards ceremony and reception dinner to follow the tournament
- $25 charitable tax receipt
- Swag bag filled with a special gifts from Nova Vita and event partners
- Fundraiser Purse (entry tickets to on-course games and contests)
- Access to incredible prizes on the Silent Auction table, Hole-in-One games, and more!
Date: Tuesday August 12th, 2025
Location: Brantford Golf & Country Club (60 Ava Rd, Brantford)
Shotgun Start: 11AM
Cost: $250 per golfer | $1,000 per foursome
Registration is now sold out. Please email Jessica Powless, Fundraising & Events Manager to be added to the Waitlist.
Special thank you to Tracer Golf who are contributing a very special gift for all of our participants! Register for #Golf4NovaVita today to get yours.
Become A Sponsor!
You can help to create a one-of-a-kind experience for participants, all while making a positive impact for Nova Vita. When you become a Golf Fore Nova Vita sponsor, your generosity and support resonate far beyond the fairway. Download the 2025 Sponsorship Package here.
For more information about this event please contact:
Jessica Powless, Fundraising & Events Manager
519-752-1005 x 232 | jpowless@novavita.org
Thank you to our 2024 Break The Silence Sponsors!
For more information, contact:
Jessica Powless, Fundraising & Events Manager
519-752-1005 x 232 | jpowless@novavita.org
Blooms of Hope
Make your community bloom! Spend the afternoon with us as we walk you through a guided bouquet-making workshop with floral expert Concession Road Garden, while enjoying a delightful and scrumptious high-tea service at the River’s Edge at the Arlington in Paris.
In addition to making your very own bouquet to take home among the stunning views of the Grand River, guests will be able to bid on prizes at the silent auction table, have a chance to win incredible door prizes, snap a selfie at the photo activation station, and enjoy time with friends and family while raising essential funds for Nova Vita. As part of this special event, you will also have a chance to learn about BLOSSOM, a way to navigate difficult conversations with those in your life who may be experiencing abuse. This event offers an incredible opportunity to grow, learn, and bloom.
Ticket sales have now concluded. Contact Jessica Powless at 519-752-1005 ext 232 for tickets.
Thank You to our First Ever Sponsors for Blooms of Hope!
Thank you to our wonderful sponsors who helped to bring this event to life and made it bloom!
For more information about this event, or ways to get involved, contact:
Jessica Powless, Fundraising & Events Manager
519-752-1005 x 232 | jpowless@novavita.org
Upcoming Third Party Events
Want to get involved? Support these incredible fundraisers that are raising essential funds and awareness of Nova Vita’s programs and services. If you would like to host your own third-party fundraiser click here, or contact:
Jessica Powless, Fundraising & Events Manager
519-752-1005 x 232 | jpowless@novavita.org
Upcoming Third-Party Fundraising Events
Yoga in the Park – Every Wednesday from July 2 to August 7, 2025
Join our friends at Up Yoga + Wellness on Wednesday evenings at Lion’s Park in Paris (in front of the amphitheatre) for a 60 minute Hatha Practice. Starting July 2nd, and finishing up on August 27th. Enjoy 60 minutes of fresh air and movement beginning at 6:30PM. This practice is accessible for all levels of yogis from beginners to life-long students. This class is on a cash donation basis, with all proceeds directly supporting Nova Vita. This event is family-friendly! Get more information at www.upyoga.ca.
More events coming soon! Visit www.novavita.org/host to start planning your fundraising event.