A Big League Celebration at the Village!
A celebration of community, philanthropy, and inclusive sport at Variety Village.Major League Baseball, the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Jays Care Foundation are proud to present the Fall Classic Legacy Initiative in support of Variety Village’s Challenger Baseball program.
This media event recognizes a matched donation from MLB and Jays Care Foundation, spotlighting the power of sport to bring kids and families of all abilities into the game.
Location:
Variety Village – Fieldhouse
Time:
Friday, October 24, 2025 | 10:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Featured Guests
- Emcee: Evanka Osmak, Sportsnet Anchor
- Jays Care: Peter King, Executive Director
- MLB: April Brown, Senior Vice President, Social Responsibility
- Variety Village: Charlie Johnstone, President & CEO
- Also appearing: Club Legend & Blue Jays Ambassador Player (TBA), J Force and ACE
The celebration wraps up with a ceremonial first pitch and a Challenger Baseball game featuring some of Variety’s incredible athletes. It’s a proud moment for our community and a showcase of inclusive sport in action.
Why It Matters
Events like this highlight programs that get kids off the sidelines and into the game. Your support helps Variety
keep sport accessible to kids and families of all abilities through programs like Challenger Baseball. Every
child deserves a chance to play — and together, we make that possible.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Nico Baldonado
Digital Media Specialist, Social Media
Phone: (416) 699-7167 ext. 286
Email: nbaldonado@varietyvillage.ca