Saturday, May 10, 2025
The Automotive Building, Exhibition Place
Laughter is the Best Medicine is Canada’s premier fundraising comedy gala
Sebastian Maniscalco, hailed as “the hottest comic in America” by The New York Times, headlines this year’s event. Our opening act Martha Chaves will give you a certified case of the giggles. By popular demand, hometown hero Will Arnett is returning to host the funniest night of the rest of your life.
Over 1,600 guests will join us for the star treatment: delicious food and wine, an exciting auction and hilarious entertainment. You’ll leave with your sides hurting and the satisfaction of knowing you’ve helped a good cause: a stronger, healthier East Toronto.
Schedule
5:30 p.m. Cocktail reception
7 p.m. Dinner
9 p.m. Show
10:45 p.m. Event ends
Attire is cocktail chic, black tie optional. Complimentary valet parking available.
We've partnered with Hotel X, who are pleased to offer guests a discounted room rate. Book by May 5th to secure your room.
Great care inspired by community
At Michael Garron Hospital, we care for people during the most significant and challenging moments in their lives: from the birth of a child to the death of a loved one, and everything in between.
Our hospital serves 400,000 people in East Toronto, one of Canada’s most diverse communities, as well as people throughout the city who seek our skills and expertise. We treat each person who comes through our doors like a neighbour and we’ve done so for nearly 100 years.
Sponsorship opportunities
When you sponsor Laughter is the Best Medicine, you show your customers and employees that you care about the health and well-being of their community. Not only will you have the satisfaction of supporting a meaningful cause, you and your guests will get the star treatment at the event as you take in renowned comedic talent.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact us.
EVENT GALLERY
See photos from our Laughter is the Best Medicine galas below.
We can’t wait to laugh with you. Thank you for considering a sponsorship in support of a healthier East Toronto. For questions, media inquiries or more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Mary Cranston
Vice-President, Annual, Events & Operations
@email
416-458-5460
Michael Garron Hospital Foundation
825 Coxwell Avenue, Office G1-203
Toronto, ON M4C 3E7
Charitable registration no. 11925 9448 RR0001
