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Everyday People Getting Ready to Jump Off A Building To Help Kids With Physical Disabilities

thedropzone — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:52:58 +0000

Easter Seals Drop Zone presented by Morguard Investments at the Delta Hotel & Suites

Ottawa, ON, August 29 2011 — Local thrill seekers are gearing up for the 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa presented by Morguard on Monday, September 26th. The Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites, located at 361 Queen Street, will be the site of a Superhero adventure as regular, everyday people step over an 18-storey building and rappel to safety in support of Ontario’s children and youth with physical disabilities.

Brave participants have made up their minds, raised a minimum of $1 500 in donations, trained, and are ready to challenge themselves alongside highly trained experts who will guide them through the entire process.

Tim Henry, Building Manager from Morguard and experienced Easter Seals Superhero says “Morguard will be back this year at Drop Zone Ottawa as the presenting sponsor. Just like last year we have a team of staff volunteering their time to make this event a success and 8 brave Superheroes rappelling off the roof of the Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites in support of kids with physical disabilities. We are all excited and happy to be a part of such a fun event and important cause. ”

Spectators and supporters are invited to join the excitement on Sparks Street to watch the brave Superheroes take the plunge as well as enjoy a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment and food.

Nationally since 2005, the Easter Seals Drop event has had more than 3000 individuals participate in this unique event raising over $4.79 million (over $1.3 million in 2010 alone) for kids with physical disabilities through 56 Drop Zone events from coast to coast. This year Ottawa is excited to be one of thirteen host cities for Drop Zone events across Canada.

The Drop Zone is an event that raises awareness, heart rates, and funds for Easter Seals kids.

Proceeds from the Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa event will help Easter Seals Ontario assist families of kids with physical disabilities with the purchase of costly mobility equipment and communication devices. By providing financial assistance, Easter Seals performs an essential service to families who might not otherwise have the resources to obtain this equipment. Easter Seals also owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in providing specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities at Easter Seals camps.

Sponsors of Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa include: local host and presenting sponsor, Morguard, Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites, Coyote Rock Climbing Gym, as well as national founding sponsor, CREIT Management L.P., national supporting sponsor, Amway Global, and national supplier, Remote Access Technology International.

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For media inquires, contact:

Krystal Walters
Development Manager, Ontario East
Easter Seals Ontario
613.226.3051 ext. 222
kwalters @ easterseals.org

Everyday People Getting Ready to Jump Off A Building to Help Kids With Physical Disabilities

thedropzone — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 19:48:33 +0000

Easter Seals Drop Zone presented by RioCan REIT returns to Toronto

Toronto, ON, September 22, 2011 — Local thrill seekers are gearing up for the 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto presented by RioCan REIT on Thursday, October 6th. The RioCan Yonge Eglinton Centre, at 2300 Yonge Street, will be the site of a superhero adventure as regular, everyday people conquer their fears by rappelling down 32-stories to safety in support of Ontario’s children and youth with physical disabilities.

By raising a minimum of $1,500 in pledges, participants earn the opportunity of a lifetime to rappel a knee-shaking 32-stories down the side of the RioCan Yonge Eglinton Centre, while astonished onlookers gaze up into the sky from one of Canada’s busiest intersections.

Participants will take part in pre-event training session and challenge themselves alongside highly trained experts who will guide them through the entire process.

This unique and exciting event will feature celebrity rappellers, including: Canadian funny man and host of Beyond the Mic Mike Bullard and Wilder Weir from CosmoTV’s, Oh So Cosmo.

“We’re thrilled to be hosting this unique event at the RioCan Yonge Eglinton Centre in support of such a worthy cause,” said Danny Kissoon, Senior VP of Operations. “Kids with physical disabilities deserve all the support we can give them. Riocan’s team of ‘superheroes’ are up for the challenge! Our ‘superheroes’ are working hard at getting ready to take the 32-story, Easter Seals Drop Zone plunge. It’s going to be an exciting day.”

Spectators and supporters are invited to join the excitement at the RioCan Yonge Eglinton Centre to watch these brave superheroes take the plunge from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Nationally since 2005, the Easter Seals Drop event has seen more than 3000 individuals rappel and raise more than $4.8 million for kids with physical disabilities through 56 Drop Zone events from coast to coast. This year, Toronto is excited to be one of thirteen host cities for Drop Zone events across Canada.

Easter Seals Drop Zone raises awareness, heart rates, and funds for Easter Seals kids.

Proceeds from Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto will help Easter Seals Ontario assist families of kids with physical disabilities with the purchase of costly mobility equipment and communication devices. Easter Seals is also recognized as an industry leader in providing specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities at its fully accessible Easter Seals camps.

Sponsors of Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto include: local host and presenting sponsor, RioCan REIT and the RioCan Yonge Eglinton Centre, as well as national founding sponsor, CREIT Management L.P., national supporting sponsor, Amway, and national supplier, Remote Access Technology International. Other local sponsors include: Kijiji, The Pickle Barrel, Rexall, The Rock Oasis and NewsTalk 1010. For more information visit, www.thedropzone.ca

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For media inquires, contact:

Meredith Wiens
Director, Communications
Easter Seals Ontario
416-421-8377 ext. 368
mwiens @ easterseals.org

Victoria Drop Zone Rappellers are Superheroes for Easter Seals Kids!!

thedropzone — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 20:22:03 +0000

VICTORIA, BC – On Thursday, September 15th Victoria will welcome superheroes of all kinds at its 6th Easter Seals Drop Zone. Fearless individuals have signed up to channel their inner superhero at this year’s rappel down the CIBC Building in the heart of Downtown Victoria, 1175 Douglas Street.

The Victoria Drop Zone is an exciting way to give back to the community. Adventure seeking Easter Seals supporters sign up for this exciting challenge and get set to be a “superhero” for a day by rappelling off the CIBC Building after raising a minimum of $1,000 for Easter Seals children with disabilities. All funds raised on the Island stay on the Island and go towards providing summer camping experiences at Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan, as well as funding Easter Seals House.

Participants this year get involved for many different reasons, including parents of children that have gone to Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan for many years and parents of children that will be heading off to Camp Shawnigan in the future. Everyone involved is supporting the Easter Seals Drop Zone for their own reasons, but have come together to raise funds for a very special cause.

Sponsors of the Victoria Easter Seals Drop Zone include: National Founding Sponsor CREIT Management L.P.; National Sponsors Remote Access Technology and Amway; as well as local sponsors The Zone@91.3, 100.3 the Q!, CHEK NEWS, Times Colonist, Peacock Billiards, Canadian Western Bank, WestJet, Artbox, Victoria Costumes and All Systems Go.

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For media inquiries contact:

Shannon Bernays
BC Lions Society & Easter Seals
Phone: 250-370-0518 ext. 3
Cell: 250-415-2156
Email: shannon@forthekidsbc.org

Drop Zone Superheroes Rappel for Personal Reasons in Regina

thedropzone — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 20:07:53 +0000

August 27, 2011 (Regina) – More than 40 superheroes made their decent down the side of Hill Tower II in downtown Regina as a fundraiser for Camp Easter Seal and children living with disabilities in Regina. Some participants raised their required $1,500 for family members with disabilities, some to support a good cause and some just for the thrill of rappelling down the side of the 21 storey landmark office town.

“People living with disabilities in Saskatchewan get out of their comfort zone every day to live active and barrier free lives.” said Regional Director of the Saskatchewan Abilities council, Karen Moore. “That’s what we did here today,” she continued. “It’s a big challenge but it’s nothing compared to what a person with a disability faces every day.”

Camp Easter Seal is the only barrier-free, fully accessible summer camp in the province providing a true camp experience through adaptive technology. This year’s total funds raised reached $60,000 and 40 children will attend Camp Easter Seal this year because of it.

Getting out over the ledge of Hill Tower II takes determination. Ordinary people conquered their fears for a good cause. Century 21 Canada’s president, Don Lawby, made the trip from Vancouver to Regina to conquer his fear of heights and to support Camp Easter Seal. Three participants in wheel chairs also made the descent.

Keeping all superheroes safe during their rappel were our superhero sponsors and Drop Zone supporters: Remote Access Technology (RAT) from Halifax and Regina’s own Haztech Fire and Safety Services. Each individual and organization involved committed their time, effort and knowledge to our success. Watch for Drop Zone’s return to Regina next summer for more super-sized superhero action.

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For more information, contact:

Lisa Peters, Drop Zone Coordinator 2011 (Regina)
306-539-5339
www.thedropzone.ca

Everyday People Preparing To Conquer the Tallest Building in London to Help Kids With Physical Disabilities

thedropzone — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:55:49 +0000

Easter Seals Drop Zone presented by Libro Financial Group at One London Place

London, ON, August 25, 2011— On Thursday, September 29th 2011, more than 100 individuals from the London community will rappel down the side of One London Place, located at 255 Queens Ave in support of children and young adults with physical disabilities. Participants of Easter Seals Drop Zone London, presented by Libro Financial Group are regular everyday people that will be stepping off of a 26 story building.

All Superheroes are required to raise a minimum of $1,500 in donations, train, and challenge themselves and change lives alongside highly trained experts who will guide participants to conquer their fears in support of Easter Seals kids. Spectators and supporters are invited to join the excitement on Queens Ave to watch the brave Superheroes take the plunge.

Nationally since 2005, the Easter Seals Drop event has had more than 2300 individuals participate in this unique event raising over $3.76 million (over $1.3 million in 2010 alone) for kids with physical disabilities through 56 Drop Zone events from coast to coast. This year London is excited to be one of thirteen host cities for Drop Zone events across Canada and will be one of the highest rappel locations!

Proceeds from the Easter Seals Drop Zone London event will help Easter Seals Ontario assist families of kids with physical disabilities with the purchase of costly mobility equipment and communication devices. By providing financial assistance, Easter Seals performs an essential service to families who might not otherwise have the resources to obtain this equipment. Easter Seals also owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in providing specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities at Easter Seals camps.

Sponsors of the Easter Seals Drop Zone London include: local host and presenting sponsor Libro Financial Group, Sifton Properties, Astral Media, RogersTV and Century 21 as well as national founding sponsor; CREIT Management L.P., national hero sponsor Amway and national supplier Remote Access Technology International and Delta Hotel & Suites.

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For media inquires, contact:

Stacey Law
Development Officer, Ontario West
519.432.9669 ext 226 Office
519.668.9630 Cell
slaw @ easterseals.org

200 Feet Down – Challenge Of A Life Time While Changing Lives For Manitobans With Disabilities

thedropzone — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:32:36 +0000

WINNIPEG, August 11th, 2011 – In support of SMD Foundation/Easter Seals™ Manitoba, over 88 brave and dedicated “Superheroes” from Manitoba businesses, media and the surrounding community will scale (rappel) 17 storeys down the side of the CREIT Royal Bank Building (220 Portage Ave) on Thursday, August 18th, 2011 for the 7th annual Easter Seals™ Drop Zone – Winnipeg. Since 2005, CREIT has been the National Founding Sponsor of the Easter Seals™ Drop Zone event.

All Drop Zone participants generate a minimum of $1,500 in pledges in order to participate in this adventure of a lifetime while challenging their daily comfort zone in rappelling 200 feet down the RBC Building for such an amazing cause.

Over $140,000 was raised last year in Manitoba. This year’s Drop Zone is projecting to raise over $160,000. All proceeds raised stay here in Manitoba to support vital programs and services that reach over 47,000 children, youth and adults with disabilities per year. Since 2004, more than 4,000 “Superheroes” have joined this exclusive club, collecting over $4 million dollars for Easter Seals™ across Canada.

Cheer on local media as they brave new heights, including:

Brenna Rose, Global Winnipeg
Adam West, HOT 103 FM
George Denoon, Winnipeg Free Press
Marilee Caruso, CTV Winnipeg
John Sauder, CBC Manitoba
Meera Bahadoosingh, Shaw TV
Jeremy John, Citytv Winnipeg
Jay Oliver, 102 Clear FM

Media are invited to join the on-lookers and participate in the festivities on event day. Please report to the
MEDIA AREA which will be clearly marked and will be located in the 201 Portage Courtyard.

WHAT: 7th Annual – 2011 Easter Seals™ Drop Zone – Winnipeg

WHEN: Thursday, August 18th – participants will be rappelling down the RBC Building from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (event day rappel schedule attached).

WHY: In support of children, youth and adults with disabilities in Manitoba

WE INVITE THE PUBLIC TO COME OUT & WATCH & JOIN IN THE FESTIVITIES!

WHERE: 201 Portage Courtyard from 8:00am to 4:00pm

ACE BURPEE will be hosting “Live on Location” from Noon to 1:00pm.
“Live” DJ all day courtesy of Cherry Tree Productions.
Check out our corporate booths; IDC Communications, Westjet & Procurity Inc – Health Tent, there will also be contests and free handouts for the public.

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For more information & media accreditation, please contact:

Armando Versace
Manager, Marketing & Lotteries
SMD Foundation/ Easter Seals™ Manitoba
Tel: 204-975-3110
Fax: 204-975-3011
E-mail: aversace@smd.mb.ca

Tammy Hildebrand-Ardiles
Director of Development
SMD Foundation/ Easter Seals™ Manitoba
Tel: 204-975-3089
Fax: 204-975-3011
E-mail: thardiles@smd.mb.ca

Website: www.thedropzone.ca

50 People to Rappel 140 Feet In Support Of Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador

thedropzone — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:04:34 +0000

St. John’s, NL – This coming Saturday, August 13th approximately 50 persons will rappel more than 140 feet from atop Atlantic Place on Water Street, St. John’s in support of program and service delivery at Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador.

Since 2005, more than 3,000 superheroes have joined the exclusive Superhero Club for Easter Seals, raising more than $4.79 million dollars for Canadian children with disabilities. In 2010, superheroes reached a milestone by collectively surpassing $1 million raised in one year. This is the first year that The Drop Zone fundraiser event will be hosted in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador is a charitable organization which is dedicated to maximizing the abilities and enhancing the lives of children and youth with physical disabilities.

Easter Seals NL prides itself on providing the finest programming for children with physical disabilities for 75 years. We focus on areas of programming that include:

Recreational Therapy Adventure Training
Music Therapy Advocacy
Art Therapy Disability Awareness
Skills Development Education

THE DROP ZONE – www.thedropzone.ca

START TIME: 9:00 AM
DATE: Saturday August 13th, 2011
LOCATION: Atlantic Place, Water Street, St. John’s

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St. John’s Drop Zone

thedropzone — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:23:15 +0000

Challenge yourself and become a Superhero for Newfoundland and Labrador children and youth with disabilities!

Get involved in the 2012 Easter Seals™ Drop Zone!

Last year we raised more than $50,000 for Easter Seals NL. In 2012 we are hope to raise $100,000. Join us on July 14th, 2012 and rappell 150 feet down Atlantic Place in downtown St. John’s and make a difference in life of a child.

Register Today or Sponsor your Favorite Superhero by clicking the appropriate link below.

All proceeds raised from the 2012 Easter Seals™ Drop Zone in St. John’s stay in Newfoundland and Labrador and support programs and services that reach children and youth with physical disabilities.

For more information about the Drop Zone in St. John’s,please contact Kirk at (709)754-1399 or kirk@eastersealsnl.ca

Mail us at:

Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador
206 Mount Scio Rd
St. John’s, NL A1B 4L5

(PLEASE NOTE: The maximum weight restriction allowed to rappel for the 2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone event is 300 pounds. If your weight is more than 275 pounds, please let your Drop Zone manager know.)