Over $7,300 for Children in Ottawa
This year’s annual CHEO telethon on CTV News again raised over $4.9 million dollars for both The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), and Children’s Miracle Network (CMN.)

Swiss Chalet again played a pivotal role as a corporate sponsor, providing complimentary food for volunteers. (Courtesy of our 2930 Carling Avenue location in Ottawa) Swiss Chalet Teammates also volunteered their time, both preparing meals, and answering corporate sponsor phone lines. In addition we provided “Dinner-For-Two” prizes for ‘on air’ donation and volunteer contests. To top it all off, at the end of the day, Swiss Chalet presented a check in the amount of $7332.49, representing donations from our successful Festive Miracle Day. Overall, it was a fun and rewarding day, with lots of money raised for a worthy cause.
Carnival Time in Bracebridge
Each year Swiss Chalet in Bracebridge holds an amazing five-day children’s carnival. This spectacular event provides games and rides for the whole family. And, a portion of the carnival’s proceeds goes to support many worthwhile community causes, such as community policing, Rotary Youth, and medical equipment for the hospital.
Christmas in July!
For two years now, Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s in Bracebridge has supported the 10-day “Christmas in July” Festival. The festival features a multitude of events in July, all in celebration of nearby Santa’s Village. This year Swiss Chalet hosted many of the events, including a huge parade on July 25th.
Teeing Up for a Great Cause.
Swiss Chalet in Bracebridge hosts an annual Pro-Am Golf Tournament in support of Camp Oochigeas. Last year, we raised over $4,000. For 23 years, Camp Oochigeas has provided hope, self-esteem and personal growth for thousands affected by childhood cancer. Each year over 200 children ages 6-19 participate in programs such as eight weeks of summer camp including sessions for teens and bereaved siblings, a year-round program at the Hospital for Sick Children, and several Fall and Winter camp weekends. Camp Oochigeas is also the only residential camping facility in Ontario to offer IV chemotherapy treatment and blood transfusions on-site, and offers all programs at absolutely no cost to children and their families. For more information visit www.ooch.org or call 416-961-6624/1-888-464-6624.
Mmmm… Charity BBQ Events!
Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s in Bracebridge are proud to run charity BBQs, with the help of our very own community trailer. This program has supported several events for organizations including the Canadian Cancer Society, Relay for Life, the Rotary Community BBQ for the Festival of the Falls and the Three Mile Lake Charity Event.
Relay for Life
Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s in Bracebridge is the major food donation sponsor for the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life walk. This successful event takes place annually, with Swiss Chalet providing food to over 350 participants.
In Search of A Noble Citizen
Swiss Chalet in Bracebridge, along with partner Muskoka Volunteer Network recognizes outstanding community volunteers as “Noble Citizens.” Twice a month an article about the chosen volunteer is printed in the local Bracebridge Examiner.
Kids Promote Good Health
Swiss Chalet on Grand Lake Road in Nova Scotia, along with Mira Road Elementary School, developed a program to enhance students’ Health Class. On Tuesday June 13th, Operator Darrell Flynn along with Principal Sandra LeBlanc, three teachers, and a class full of students, went on a field trip visiting several local restaurants and other places that younger children frequent (movie theatres, bowling allies, etc.) The students asked managers of the establishments to place stacking stools in restrooms, (to allow younger children to reach the taps), along with a laminated descriptive format on proper hand washing procedures. Lunch was then held at the Swiss Chalet restaurant.
Lucky Students In Kelowna
Swiss Chalet in Kelowna provides food for several schools on their school meal days. Anywhere from 30 to 500 Meals per school are delivered. School staff and parents love Swiss Chalet because it’s a healthy alternative to the more common hot dog or pizza programs. Of course most importantly, the students love the food!
Meet a Legend
For the past three years, Swiss Chalet in Kelowna has held the NHL Legends of Hockey reception. There’s always a wonderful turnout for this event, giving the community an opportunity to meet legendary NHL players, plus the local fire fighters who also play in the event.