The 2026 motionball Calgary Gala presented by Strathcona Resources returns to The Ampersand on November 7th – will we see you there?
Mark your calendars and get ready to join Calgary’s next generation of community leaders, changemakers, and philanthropists for another incredible night in support of Special Olympics Alberta and the Special Olympics Canada Foundation
WHY YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
Because you care about your community. Because you’re ready for something more meaningful than just another night out. Because giving back should feel this good.
This event not only brings awareness to the Special Olympics movement, but creates a safe and inclusive environment where people with and without intellectual disabilities can interact, build lifelong friendships, and ultimately create more inclusive communities.
By purchasing a ticket, you’re also helping to ensure that our friends at Special Olympics have the resources they need to safely participate in the sport programs they love.
THANK YOU TO OUR PRESENTING SPONSOR
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 EVENT SPONSORS
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Gala is an opportunity to put your brand on the social and cultural map in Calgary. It’s also a reward with a conscience for your associates and clients, as an opportunity to network with like minded corporate Sponsors and VIP’s.
Sponsors and VIPs will enjoy early access to the Gala for an exclusive cocktail reception with gourmet passed hors d’oeuvres; live entertainment; an exclusive raffle; meet & greet opportunities with the incredible Special Olympics athletes!
For more information about our Sponsorship opportunities, contact Heather Leahey.
motionball is proud to donate 70% of the funds raised from motionball Calgary events to Special Olympics Alberta. This funding is directed to support programs for local athletes in the community. 25% is directed to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation, whose mission is to ensure the long-term financial integrity of the Special Olympics movement in Canada and to fund long term athlete and volunteer growth. The remaining 5% will help grow the #NoGoodWay Campaign aiming to end the use of the R-word (retard) in everyday conversation. We’re encouraging Canadians to make the choice to eliminate the R-word from their vocabulary and empower them to take #NoGoodWay to their circles of influence.
motionball’s mandate is to introduce the next generation of volunteers and donors to the Special Olympics movement through integrated social and sporting events. motionball now hosts 50+ annual events across Canada. motionball is proud to have donated $22M to the Special Olympics Canada Foundation since our inception in 2002.
