Mask off 2026


 

On the evening of Saturday, March 7, 2026, elegance met purpose as The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario hosted the sixth annual Mask Off Gala: Bridgerton Masquerade Ball, presented by Elinesky Schuett Private Wealth. Guelph’s most enchanting fundraiser brought together community leaders, supporters, and champions of youth mental health for a night that was as meaningful as it was magical.
 

The Frank Hasenfratz Centre for Excellence in Manufacturing was transformed into a stunning Bridgerton inspired ballroom, immersing guests in an atmosphere of opulence, mystery, and reflection. Attendees arrived in lavish disguise, donning ornate masks that symbolized the unseen struggles carried by so many young people in our community.
 

Throughout the evening, guests were moved by immersive theatrical performances, with actors portraying the realities faced by today’s youth and how The Grove is there to support them on their wellness journeys. These powerful moments lifted the veil on mental health challenges that are often hidden, offering a deeply personal and emotional connection to the lifechanging work of The Grove.
 

One of the evening’s most meaningful features was the mirror wall, where guests were invited to leave messages of hope, encouragement, and inspiration. These messages will live on, welcoming and uplifting young people as they walk through the doors of The Grove.
 

Mask Off 2026 was more than a gala it was a celebration of community, compassion, and collective impact. Thanks to the generosity of our attendees, volunteers, sponsors, and partners, over $150,000 was raised in support of The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario, directly strengthening access to vital mental health supports for young people in our region.
 

We extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible sponsors, dedicated volunteers, talented performers, and every guest who helped transform this vision into reality. Your support made Mask Off 2026 an unforgettable evening and, more importantly, a powerful force for change.
 

Together, we are helping youth take off the mask and step into a future of hope, healing, and possible. 
 

We are grateful to our incredible sponsors: 
 

The Diamond of the Season - Presenting Sponsor - Elinesky Schuett 
 

The Royal Ballroom - Venue Sponsor - Linamar 
 

Vintage of the Viscount - Wine Sponsor – Coldwell Banker Neumann 
 

Harmony of the Halls - Entertainment Sponsor – Barzotti Woodworking Ltd. 
 

The Jewelled Chronicler - Jewellery & Videography Sponsor – Wisdom's Jewellers 
 

The Portrait Gallery - Photo Experience Sponsor – Guelph Today 
 

Behind the Mask - Storytellers Sponsor – Jeffery and Spence 
 

The Lady's Quill - Printing Sponsor - BDO 
 

The Duke's Garden - Decor/Floral Sponsor – House of Bogart 
 

The Courtier's Circle - Platinum Sponsor- Guelph Storm  
 

The Courtier’s Circle - Platinum Sponsor - Cargill  
 

Treasures of the Town – Silent Auction Sponsor – Skyline  
 

The Duchess Society – Gold Sponsor – MJ Enterprises 
 

Friends of the Season Sponsors: Fergies Fine Food, Milk & Co., Desjardins Insurance represented by Joe Migliaccio, Terraview Homes, GEI Consultants.