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From Toronto's cultural conversations to broad-based coverage, The Lit Gala has become a recognized charitable evening within the city's cultural landscape.

Featured Coverage

Toronto Star — Lit Gala raises $130,000 for clean water in India, January 2026
Toronto Star January 2026 Digital
"Lit Gala raises $130,000 for clean water in India"

Coverage of the 2025 edition highlighting funds raised for H2O4ALL in support of clean drinking water for communities in India. Photography by George Pimentel.

January 3, 2026
Photography: George Pimentel
thestar.com
Toronto Star — The Night Was Lit, 2024 print edition
Toronto Star 2024 Print

"The Night Was Lit"

Coverage of the 2024 edition highlighting funds raised for Handi-Care International, supporting children with disabilities. Photography by George Pimentel.

2024 Edition
Photography: George Pimentel
Print Edition
Toronto Life
Toronto Life 2026 Digital
"The Little Black Book of Toronto Charity Galas"

The Lit Gala is featured among Toronto's premier charity galas in this curated guide to the city's most sought-after charitable events, recognizing the event's cultural significance and impact.

torontolife.com

Notable Guests

The Lit Gala has drawn some of Toronto's most respected media personalities, broadcast journalists, and cultural commentators to the event.

SP
Sangita Patel
Entertainment Tonight Canada
Host & Journalist
AP
Aarti Pole
CTV News Anchor
& Broadcaster
PH
Pooja Handa
CBC Journalist
& Broadcaster
FN
Farah Nasser
Global News Anchor
& Managing Editor
HM
Hussain Madhavji
Actor, Host &
Content Creator

Plus other prominent content creators and broadcast personalities

Select Voices

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Rapture on King West! Imagine a gala where 80% of the room gets on the dance floor, and, well, STAYS there for hours? Just one of the reasons why the inaugural 'The Lit Gala' for charity just took the prize for best new gala in town!

Shinan Govani
Social Columnist
"

The Lit Gala is sure to change the course of Diwali celebrations in the City of Toronto, for it was not just a night of celebration, but a unique experience that brought a sense of strong community, joy and charity.

Anokhi Life
South Asian Media & Lifestyle

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