Poppy's Path

02/26/2026

What an incredible way to kick off the night! 🔥
Huge shoutout to the insanely talented for absolutely crushing their opening performance at the Poppy's Path Gala.

Their epic take on ' "Everlong" had the whole room buzzing with energy from the very first beat! 🥁✨

These guys brought serious groove, joy, and pure talent to set the perfect vibe for an unforgettable evening celebrating community and an amazing cause. Poppy was smiling ear to ear! ❤️

Thank you for making the start of the gala one for the books.

02/19/2026

So thankful to have Senators Community Foundation behind Poppy! The team creates magic! Take some time to read Graeme Nichols article from last year. He has been crucial to helping build the awareness of BPAN

🚨Only 2 days left to get your bids in and support fan, Poppy! 🚨

👀Click here to browse the prizes: https://ow.ly/oRMK50YiebB
🫶 Learn more about Poppy here: https://ow.ly/yUIL50YiebG
❤️ Read article here: https://ow.ly/u27T50YiebE

02/18/2026

Event day is almost here, and we’re beyond excited! 🎉💛

A huge thank you to the incredibly talented for stepping in to document every joyful, heartfelt moment throughout our event.

Melanie’s eye for real emotion and candid beauty means we’ll have lasting memories of the laughter, connections, and love that fill the room—especially for our warriors and families.

As a fellow community mum (and an amazing photographer), she truly gets it. Her lens will help us share the magic far and wide, raising awareness for BPAN and celebrating our incredible support network.

If you’re joining us, smile big— will be there capturing it all! 📸✨ Go on over to her profile and give her a follow to see some magic.

Who’s ready to make memories?

02/17/2026

Our online Silent Auction is now LIVE!!! Don’t miss out on your chance to win some of our amazing items! Including many signed hockey jerseys like the legend himself Sidney Crosby, a two night stay in a Skov Cabin in Calabogie, gift baskets, artwork, and much more!!

Auction closes February 21st at 9pm!

Welcome to our online fundraising auction. Each item up for bid has been generously donated by our supporters, partners, and sponsors, with all proceeds directly benefiting our cause. By participating in our auction, you're not just acquiring remarkable items; you're also making a meaningful differe...

02/17/2026

🌹 Ticket sales are officially CLOSED for the 2nd Annual Poppy's Path Gala—and wow, we did it BIGGER than ever! 🌹

Thanks to YOU, we sold more tickets than last year! The room at Brookstreet Ottawa on Saturday, February 21st is going to be filled with love, dancing, hope, and unstoppable support for Poppy and every BPAN warrior out there. 💃🕺❤️

Party Poppy is ready! She has the energy we're bringing to the gala: colorful, full of heart, and ready to celebrate how far we've come together. Poppy's spirit lights up every step of this path, and your incredible response this year means even more families will feel that light too.

We’re so grateful for every ticket, table, share, and kind word. Missed out? Stay tuned—there are still so many ways to join us (donations, silent auction bids, spreading the word, and maybe a few fun surprises 😉). Every bit helps bloom brighter futures for our rare disease community.

Link in bio for BPAN info, Poppy’s journey, and ways to support year-round.
From all of us (especially our party hero and her fellow BPAN friends!): THANK YOU for making this our strongest year yet. Can’t wait to see you Saturday in your red, black & white best! 🌟

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02/16/2026

🌹 FINAL HOURS ALERT 🌹
The clock is ticking FAST ⏰

Slide into those tickets before midnight TOMORROW!!

(just like this little legend sliding into all our hearts 🛷💕)

Ticket sales for the 2nd Annual Poppy’s Path Gala close at MIDNIGHT Feb 16 — we want to smash last years attendance.

• A night guided by
• Beautiful 3-course dinner from
• Live music + our epic DJ after party
• Poppy’s big joyful appearance ❤️
• One of the best silent auctions we’ve ever had (drops very soon 👀)

This is your sign to slide on over to https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2nd-annual-poppys-path-fundraising-gala or QR + snag your spot

Tag your gala date & let’s do this! 🛷✨

02/14/2026

This Valentine's Day, Poppy's teaching the skeleton a thing or two about love—turns out she loves him right to the bone. 💙

(He showed up in full ruffles and heart shades. She gave the outfit her official stamp of approval. Clearly, she's the boss of both tutus and true affection.)

Huge love to every therapist, cheerleader, and warrior on this journey with us—the ones who help our kids grow stronger, one determined step at a time.
Grateful beyond words for your support.

Happy Valentine's from Poppy's crew to yours.

02/14/2026

A huge thank you to our generous flower sponsors for helping bring beauty and warmth to our upcoming events and initiatives.

We’re so grateful to:
Division 613 Contracting
Ottawa Orthotic Lab
Frontline Credit Union

Your support means the world to Poppy's Path and the families we serve. Together, we're making a real difference in raising awareness and funding research for BPAN.
Thank you for blooming with us. 🌸

02/12/2026

From the very bottom of our hearts → thank you to our incredible Roots Sponsors and Presenting Partners:

Courchesne Dental (Dr. Courchesne)

in proud partnership with

Westboro Station Dental (Dr. Dan)

Because of your extraordinary generosity and belief in our mission, we are able to bring the 2nd Annual Poppy’s Path Gala to life in a bigger, more meaningful way.

Your support doesn’t just help fill a room — it helps fund critical BPAN research, strengthens family support systems, and brings hope to children and families walking this rare road.
You truly are the roots that allow this community to grow stronger. We are forever grateful. 🌱❤️

A huge round of applause for Claudia, Dan, and both amazing teams (and the extra special mom Kaitlin!) 🤍

(If you haven’t secured your ticket yet → sales close February 16 — link in bio or www.poppyspath.org)

02/10/2026

Words might be few, but Poppy's voice? LOUD and full of life 💜✨

Living with BPAN means spoken words are limited, and that's okay. She uses her AAC device every day—hitting buttons, choosing icons, telling us exactly what she thinks, wants, or finds hilarious. Some days it's one word that cracks us all up.

But even without the device in hand, her personality shines through big time: those sparkling eyes, the biggest grins, dramatic eye rolls, silly dances, and hugs that say everything words can't. Poppy doesn't need a thousand words to show she's funny, stubborn (in the best way), loving, and SO smart.

She communicates in her own powerful way, and we're obsessed with every bit of it.

To every other BPAN warrior, parent, sibling, and friend: Your person's "few words" don't define them—their heart, spirit, and unique way of connecting do. Keep celebrating those big personalities!

02/10/2026