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Celebrating 26 Years and nearly $11 million of impact

Join us for the 26th Annual Grocery Gala on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Halifax Convention Centre

Grocery Foundation Atlantic is a charitable partnership of like-minded retailers, manufacturers, brokers, and other members of the grocery industry who come together to help fund programs and support for children and youth. With our partners and ambassadors representing Foodland, Sobeys, Pete’s Frootique, Lawtons Drugs and Co-op stores, we've collectively raised nearly $11million since 1999 for children and youth in their times of need.

We’re prepping BIG fun

Right now, we’re keeping the details under wraps. But we’re cooking up plans for an evening filled with lots of fun, local flavour and a touch of spice. Your gala team is hard at work pulling all the ingredients together for a perfect night out with your friends, peers, and favourite industry legends. Don’t wait to get your tickets: fabulous food, dazzling decor, and electric entertainment is on the menu this year!

Flex your fit

Once we announce this year’s theme, we encourage you to interpret, invent and enhance away! We welcome your best Met Gala vibes, classy comfort, or come in your finest gala glam. It’s up to you. The Grocery Gala is the perfect occasion to dress to express. As the night unfolds, you’ll see exactly how your fit fits and contributes to the overall ambiance and important cause we're championing.

Save the Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Halifax Convention Centre

Once we’ve got the finishing touches, we’ll share all the details. Stay tuned for updates on our website and social media channels. All will be revealed soon; we’ll serve up the information you need to plan your perfect evening.

Join us Saturday, October 18, 2025

Cocktails 6 p.m. I Dinner 7 p.m. I Halifax Convention Center

Together, let's Support Youth Mental Health and Nutrition

Get Your Tickets

A Seat (Admits One)
$400.00

Meet meat marketers, cheese pullers and pundits of produce. A ticket marks your seat and a contribution to our cause.

The Whole Table (Party of 10)
$4,000.00

Got buds in the biz? Gala tickets make great gifts. Each table seats 10, and marks a significant contribution towards our cause. Book early to guarantee your table.

Prefer to be invoiced? We’ve got you!

To be invoiced for your table or ticket (instead of purchasing online) simply email bonnie.johnston@sobeys.com

Become a Sponsor

Get the Details and fill out the form below.

* Platinum Sponsorship

Your Platinum Level Sponsorship Includes:

  • Banner logo prominently displayed at the event during the cocktail reception and dinner

  • Company logo frequently displayed on screen shown during the gala

  • Company logo displayed on the website as a Platinum Sponsor

  • Company logo prominently displayed in the printed booklet

  • Table for 10 at the gala with VIP seating and table service

  • An executive room for one night at a 5 star hotel in Halifax, NS, on gala night

  • Hotel accommodations include free parking, in-room amenities, and breakfast for two

  • Taxable receipt on request

** Gold Sponsorship

Your Gold Level Sponsorship Includes:

  • Banner logo displayed at the event during the cocktail reception and dinner

  • Company logo displayed on screen shown during the gala

  • Company logo displayed on the website as a Gold Sponsor

  • Company logo displayed in the printed booklet

  • Table for 10 at the gala with preferred seating and table service

  • A standard room for one night at a superior quality hotel in Halifax, NS, on gala night

  • Hotel accommodations include free parking, in-room amenities, and breakfast for two

  • Taxable receipt on request