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!

]]> http://thedropzone.ca/2009e/thunder-bay-drop-zone/feed 0 http://thedropzone.ca/2009e/kitchener-drop-zone http://thedropzone.ca/2009e/kitchener-drop-zone#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:17:59 +0000 thedropzone http://thedropzone.ca/2009e/?p=93 Everyday people are getting out of their comfort zones for Easter Seals kids!

The  Annual Easter Seals Drop Zone Kitchener-Waterloo will take place Monday, October 1, 2012 and will challenge participants to raise a minimum of $1,500 in pledges in order to rappel down the 13-storey building at the Marsland Centre, 20 Erb St., Waterloo. Everyday people will become “Superheroes” for a day by raising much needed funds for kids with physical disabilities, and 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!

Drop Zone Kitchener-Waterloo Team Package Benefits

REGISTRATION FOR 2012 IS NOW OPEN

To sponsor a participant for the Kitchener Drop Zone click here

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Check out our Drop Zone Kitchener-Waterloo corporate sponsorship package for this fun, team building and media captivating event!

All proceeds from Kitchener-Waterloo’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 easterseals.org.

For more information please contact Leah Ledgley at lledgley@easterseals.org or 519.432.9669 ext 223, toll-free 1.888.278.7797.

 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

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

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

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

“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