Have you ever wanted to be a superhero? This is your chance!

Online Registration Is Now Open!

The Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto is a unique and exhilarating fundraising event that encourages ordinary individuals to become superheroes for a day. Participants step outside their comfort zones and face their fears by rappelling from the top of a building, while raising much needed funds for Easter Seals kids.

The rappel is facilitated by Remote Access Technology, a company whose staff are all highly-trained, fully certified and extremely experienced. Every possible measure is taken to ensure the safety of our rappellers as they challenge themselves and change the lives of children and youth with physical disabilities.

The Details

When: Thursday, October 4, 2012.
Where: 175 Bloor St. East (Bloor St. & Church St.).
What: A dizzying, knee-shaking, pulse- pounding 20-storey rappel down the outside of the CREIT head office building.
Who: Anyone over the age of 18 who is willing to step outside their comfort zone and face their fears!
How: By raising a minimum of $1,500, participants earn the opportunity of a lifetime to participate in this exhilarating event.
Why: That’s a great question! To raise money for the 20,000 children and youth with physical disabilities in Ontario. In 2011, our brave superheroes raised over $100,000 for Easter Seals kids!

SPACE IS LIMITED, SO REGISTER TODAY! You can register as an individual rappeller or create a team of superheroes.

Once you’ve registered, you’ll be able to create your own personal online fundraising page where you can post a photo, personalize a message and explain to your family, friends and colleagues exactly why you’re throwing yourself off a building!

*Please note: Because space is limited and rappel spots fill up quickly, rappellers who have not confirmed $250 in pledges within 60 days of their registration will have their registration cancelled and their spot released.

Downloads

2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto Rappeller Guidebook
2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto Offline Pledge Form
2012 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto Sponsorship Package

Want to See What it’s All About?

Check out the some highlights from the 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is this even legal?
Absolutely! All necessary permits, approvals and licenses are in place. There’s nothing to worry about, except the thing about rappelling from a 20-storey building!

Do I have to be a superstar athlete to do this?
Not at all. Whether you’re an average Joe couch potato, a weekend warrior, or a seasoned athlete, Drop Zone is for you. Your descent is controlled by technique, rather than strength.

How old do I have to be to rappel?
You must be 18 years of age or older by October 4, 2012 to participate in the Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto. No ifs, ands, or buts about it!

How safe is this? I won’t free-fall from the top of the building, will I?
Our technical crew is highly-trained, fully certified and extremely experienced. Every possible measure is taken to ensure the safety of our rappellers. You control your own descent with a rappel device. If you pull too hard, the device will lock. If you let go of the device, it will lock. If you start to rappel too quickly, the device will lock. If you let go of the rope, the device will lock. If you get tired and want to rest, the device will lock until you reset it and resume your descent. In other words, your device is created to help ensure you descend safely under any and all circumstances.

Will someone teach me how to do this?
Yes. Prior to your rappel, you will be required to attend at least one mandatory training session provided by our highly trained experts. On the day of your rappel, you will also go through a thorough review of the safety precautions to ensure that you have a safe and fun rappel.

How long will it take me to rappel?
Depending on your comfort level, it can take anywhere from 5 to 15 minutes to go from top to bottom.

Can my friends and family come to cheer me on?
Absolutely! The more the merrier. Plus, if no one witnesses this, do you really think they’re going to believe you when you tell them that you rappelled down the outside of a downtown Toronto office tower during rush hour?

Do I really have to raise $1,500 in order to rappel?
Yes. Anyone who wants to earn the opportunity of a lifetime to participate in this exhilarating event, is required to fundraise (or pay) the $1,500 minimum.

What if I am part of a team? How much does my team have to raise?
Each member of the team must individually raise $1,500. For example, a team of 4 rappellers must raise a total of $6,000.

Sponsorship

INTERESTED IN SPONSORSHIP? The Easter Seals Drop Zone Toronto represents a tremendous opportunity for your organization to become involved with a truly unique, exciting and rapidly-growing fundraising event. We invite you to be a part of this high-profile event in support of children and youth with physical disabilities.

For more information please contact Alex Krievins at akrievins@easterseals.org or 416.421.8377 ext. 311.

The inaugural Easter Seals Drop Zone Thunder Bay will take place Monday, August 20, 2012 challenging participants to raise a minimum of $1500 in pledges in order to repel down the 14 stories of Maple Crest Towers.

Everyday people will become ‘Super heros’ for a day by raising much needed funds for kids with physical disabilities, and challenging themselves in an exciting event that is both safe and fun!

Superhero spaces in this event are limited… so register today as an individual or as a team!

All proceeds from Easter Seals Drop Zone Thunder Bay help Ontario’s families of kids with physical disabilities with the cost of expensive mobility equipment, communication devices and fully accessible Easter Seals summer camp. Easter Seals owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in provided specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities. For more information please visit www.easterseals.org

For more information please contact Rhonda Harrison at rharrison@easterseals.org or 807.345.7622 ext 4.

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Then check out our Drop Zone Thunder Bay Corporate Sponsorship Package for this fun, team building, and media captivating event!

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 Event Date: Thursday, September 27, 2012
Location: One London Place, 255 Queens Ave.

Everyday people are getting out of their comfort zones for Easter Seals kids!

The 2^nd Annual Easter Seals Drop Zone London will take place Thursday, September 27, 2012 challenging participants to raise a minimum of $1,500 in pledges in order to rappel down the 26-storey building at One London Place, 255 Queens Ave. Everyday people will become “Superheroes” for a day by raising much needed funds for kids with physical disabilities, and challenging themselves in an exciting event that is both safe and fun!

Superhero spaces in this event are limited… so register online today as an individual or as a team!  Check out the benefits of entering a Team!!!! Drop Zone London Team Package Benefits

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Then check out our Drop Zone London Corporate Sponsorship Package for this fun, team building, and media captivating event!!

All proceeds from London’s Easter Seals Drop Zone help Ontario’s families of kids with physical disabilities with the cost of expensive mobility equipment, communication devices and fully accessible Easter Seals summer camp. Easter Seals owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in provided specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities. For more information please visit www.easterseals.org

For more information please contact:

Stacey Law
Development Officer, Ontario West
Easter Seals Ontario

2-974 Dearness Dr
London, ON N6E 2R8
Tel: 519.432.9669 ext 226
Toll Free: 1.888.278.7797
Fax: 519.432.7679
www.easterseals.org

REGISTER TODAY for Easter Seals Drop Zone OTTAWA presented by Morguard
Event Date: Monday, September 24, 2012
Location: The National Hotel & Suites, 361 Queen Street (formerly The Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites.)

The 3rd Annual Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa presented by Morguard will take place Monday, September 24, 2012, challenging participants to raise a minimum of $1,500/person in pledges to rappel down the 18-storey north tower of The National Ottawa Hotel & Suites in downtown Ottawa. These “Superheroes” will not only raise much needed funds for kids with physical disabilities, but  will also get to challenge themselves in an exciting event that is both safe and fun!

You may register as an individual or as a team however, spaces are limited, so make sure to register online TODAY to secure your rappel spot:

NEW THIS YEAR: Easter Seals will offer some great early-bird incentive and fundraising prize draws.  Make sure you start your fundraising early to be in the running for one of these great prizes!

All registered Superheroes who reach $250 in online pledges within 30 days of their registration will receive a $20 Tim Horton`s gift card.

Early-bird prizes and schedule:

June 22, 2012- Tremblant VIP Lodging- Raise a minimum of $500 by June 22nd and your name will be entered to win 5 nights accommodation for up to 8 people through Tremblant VIP Lodging.  For every $100 above $500 you raise, you will receive an extra entry into the draw.

August 10, 2012- Stay tuned for another great prize- Raise a minimum of $1,000 by August 1 and your name will be entered to win this great prize.  For every $100 above $1,000 you raise, you will receive an extra entry into the draw.

September 10, 2012- Stay tuned for another great prize- Raise a minimum of $1,500 by September 10 and your name will be entered to win to win this great prize.  For every $100 above $1,000 you raise, you will receive an extra entry into the draw.

Downloads:
1.)    Interested in what team participation entails?  Check out how team participation works and what the benefits and incentives are offered to teams in the Superhero Team Document Teams may consist of 2+ people and together, they must raise a collective minimum of $1,500/person.
2.)   Drop Zone Ottawa Corporate Sponsorship Package for those interested in sponsoring this fun, team building, and media captivating event
3.)   For more details about Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa check out the 2012 Drop Zone Ottawa Fact Sheet.
4.)    Fundraising Tips for those on their way to being a Superhero for Easter Seals kids!
5.)    Costume Ideas for inspiration on event day
6.)   Offline Drop Zone Ottawa Pledge Form for fundraising completed off-line

Watch some Youtube videos from past Drop Zone Events:
2010 Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa

OR take a look at past Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa event photos on Flickr:

-2011 Drop Zone Ottawa photos

-2010 Drop Zone Ottawa roof top photos

-2010 Drop Zone Ottawa landing zone photos

For more information, please contact: Krystal Walters- Development Manager for Ontario East at Easter Seals Ontario at kwalters@easterseals.org or at 613-226-3051 ext. 222 or toll free at 1-800-561-4313 .

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa presented by Morguard. The event was an outstanding success, raising just over $133,000 for children and youth with physical disabilities.

All proceeds from Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa help Ontario’s families of kids with physical disabilities with the cost of expensive mobility equipment, communication devices and fully accessible Easter Seals summer camp. Easter Seals owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in provided specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities. For more information please visit www.easterseals.org

Challenge your friends and colleagues!

Send your friends and colleagues a challenge. If you can rappel, so can they! It’s the battle of the superheroes! Who in your company can raise the most money for kids and adults with disabilities?

Form teams and let the great superhero battle begin!

Register for The Drop Zone near you from the following cities. Links to all registration sites will up shortly.

Alberta
Calgary – September 8, 2011
Edmonton – September 6, 2011

British Columbia
Vancouver – September 13, 2011
Victoria – September 15, 2011

Manitoba
Winnipeg – August 18, 2011

Newfoundland & Labrador
St. John’s – August 13, 2011

Nova Scotia
Halifax - September 24 & 25, 2011

Ontario
Ottawa – September 26, 2011
London - September 29, 2011 (SOLD OUT!)
Toronto – October 6, 2011

Quebec
Montreal - September 21, 2011

Saskatchewan
Regina – August 27, 2011
Saskatoon – August 28, 2012 (tentative date)

REGISTER TODAY for Easter Seals Drop Zone OTTAWA, presented by Morguard
 

Event Date: Monday, September 26, 2011
Location: 361 Queen Street at the Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites

The Second Annual Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa will take place Monday, September 26, 2011 challenging participants to raise a minimum of $1,500 in pledges in order to rappel down the 18-storey north tower of the Delta Ottawa Hotel & Suites in downtown Ottawa.  These “Superheroes” will not only raise much needed funds for kids with physical disabilities, but they will also get to challenge themselves in an exciting event that is both safe and fun!

Superhero spaces in this event are limited… so register online TODAY as an individual or as a TEAM!

Considering a Superhero Team with friends, family or co-workers but want more information on what a Superhero Team is all about? If so, please check out our Superhero Team Package for Drop Zone Ottawa for more details.

Interested in becoming a sponsor?  Then check out our Drop Zone OTTAWA Corporate Sponsorship Package for this fun, team building, and media captivating event!!

In 2010, Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa featured over 65 Superheroes making the 18-storey rappel, raising just over $100,000 for kids with physical disabilities in its inaugural year!  This year we are plan to raise even more for Easter Seals kids!

All proceeds from Ottawa’s Easter Seals Drop Zone help Ontario’s families of kids with physical disabilities with the cost of expensive mobility equipment, communication devices and fully accessible Easter Seals summer camp.  Easter Seals owns and operates two fully accessible camp properties and is recognized as an industry leader in provided specialized recreation programs for kids with physical disabilities.  For more information please visit www.easterseals.org

Still hesitant? Watch the YouTube video from Victoria B.C.’s Easter Seals Drop Zone to get a better idea of what the event is all about.

For more information please contact: Krystal Wallace- Development Manager for Ontario East at Easter Seals Ontario at kwallace@easterseals.org or at (613) 226-3051 ext.222 or toll free at 1-800-561-4313 .

The 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa, presented by Morguard, raised over $130,000 for children and youth with physical disabilities. 

 THANK YOU to our Drop Zone Superheroes, major sponsors, event partners, technical crew, donors, and our many volunteers for making this event a success! 

The third annual Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa will take place on Monday, September 24, 2012, so stay tuned for more details.  Registration will open in March 2012.  If you would like to contacted as soon as registration opens to secure your spot (spaces are limited) please contact Krystal Walters at kwalters@easterseals.org or at 613.226.3051 ext.222.

PLEASE NOTE that online donations in support of our 2011 Superheroes can still be made, just click on “sponsor a superhero below.”

Interested in learning more about this exciting event?  Watch the YouTube video from the 2010 Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa to get a better idea of what the event is all about HERE.

OR check out our 2011 Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa photos on Flickr by clicking HERE.

Easter Seals Drop Zone Ottawa photos from 2010 can also still be found by; Clicking Here for 2010 Roof Top Photos  or by Clicking HERE for 2010 Landing Zone Photos.

For more information please contact: Krystal Walters- Development Manager for Ontario East at Easter Seals Ontario at kwalters@easterseals.org or at (613) 226-3051 ext.222 or toll free at 1-800-561-4313 .

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 21 , 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.

The Sutton Place Hotel, 10235 101 Street, Edmonton

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2012 EDMONTON DROP ZONE!

Participation in this adventure of a lifetime requires that all rapellers must raise a minimum of $1,500.00 in pledges.

100% of donations received stay in Alberta helping people with disabilities and special needs.

For information about Easter Seals Alberta and other events, visit www.easterseals.ab.ca

SUPERHERO DOCUMENTS:

5 Ws Edmonton Drop Zone

FAQ Information Sheet

Take The Leap Invitation

Fundraising Tips For Superheroes

Superhero Costume Ideas

 PLATINUM SPONSORS

LOCAL SPONSORS

For more information, please contact:

Darla Zuk, Events Manager
Easter Seals Alberta
Ph: 780-429-0137, Ext. 308
E-mail Darla

2011 SUPERHERO CLUB:

Congratulations to all 2011 superheroes! Registration for the Saskatoon Easter Seals Drop Zone, held August 28, is now open! Welcome! To those registering for the first time, click the Register button. For seasoned Drop Zone superheroes, click the Login button. Here to support a superhero? Please click the Sponsor a Superhero button or click here view a list of all participants.

Campers look forward to attending Camp Easter Seal all year long.  This video will provide you with insight into their time at Camp.  These smiles will put a smile on your face and remind you of the fantastic cause you  choose to support by fundraising for Easter Seals^TM Saskatchewan.  http://vimeo.com/37694656

West Jet has donated a pair of return tickets to anywhere that they fly.  Once you reach the minimum $1,500.00 donation level you will receive one ballot for the draw for these amazing tickets.  You will also receive an additional ballot for each $150.00 that you raise over and above the $1,500.00 minimum.  For example:  your total pledges equal $2,000.00 – you will receive one ballot for the $1,500.00 minimum and three additional ballots because you have raised $450.00 over the minimum.  If your total was to increase to $2,100.00 you’d receive a fifth ballot.  The draw for this prize will be made at the Superhero After Party.   What a great incentive to collect as many pledges as possible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Thank-you West Jet!!!!!!!!!!!!! There is no limit to incentive ballots. Your ballots are dependent only on how much YOU raise. More money raised = more ballots!

PLEASE NOTE:  The maximum weight restriction allowed to rappel for the 2012 Drop Zone in Saskatoon is 275 pounds

Thank you for your support!

Thank You to our Sponsors

NATIONAL SPONSORS

PROVINCIAL SPONSORS

LOCAL SPONSORS

LOCAL ANCHOR SPONSORS

SUPPORTERS

For more information , please contact:

saskatoondropzone@abilitiescouncil.sk.ca

Mona Loshack and Geraldine Sametts
Saskatchewan Abilities Council
2310 Louise Avenue
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7J 2C7
(306) 374-4448