News Release: 2026-10-19

PRESS RELEASE      
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Orillia & District LifeSkills Connection / Orillia & District Literacy Council
Tiffany Gordon-Paterson
705-327-1253 / tiffanygp@odlc.ca


RELEASE DATE:
October 7, 2026


ORILLIA & DISTRICT LIFESKILLS CONNECTION (formerly known as the 
Orillia & District Literacy Council) ANNOUNCES 3rd ANNUAL “HOLIDAY” BLINGO DAY OUT GALA FUNDRAISER FOR NOVEMBER 28th, 2026


ODLC Puts Some Holiday Cheer into Annual Gala Event to Raise Much Needed Funds In Support Of Learners


Dateline: [ORILLIA, ON, October 7th] — The Orillia & District LifeSkills Connection announced today their upcoming 3rd annual “Holiday” Blingo Day Out gala fundraiser event to raise much needed funding in support of literacy in Orillia and surrounding area.


Tiffany Gordon-Paterson, Executive Director of the ODLC said, “Blingo has become a cherished event for the ODLC and we can’t wait to celebrate with holiday flare this year on November 28^th with all of our wonderful friends and supporters!”  


Ms. Gordon-Paterson continued, “the ODLC is going through so many amazing changes this year, including new workshops and enhanced programming for our learners, and we have planned a fantastic celebration this year for Holiday Blingo, including fantastic food, “Blingy” bingo, games, prizes, holiday music, and other wonderful surprises.  Blingo has become a great part of our charity and has helped to raise the profile of the charity in the community.  This year will be the best yet!”


Blingo Day Out is a gala event featuring dinner, a ‘Blingo’ game, games, silent auction, mini-live auction, prizes, music, entertainment, and other surprises.


The Orillia & District LifeSkills Connection (Orillia & District Literacy Council) is a local, registered charitable organization partially supported by the Government of Ontario and the Government of Canada as well as independent donors. The ODLC assists adults in improving their reading, writing, math, language, computer, and life skills to better cope with everyday life, to reach their goals, and to improve their chances of success in the community. The ODLC is always looking for volunteers, tutors, and new learners to participate in Council programs and events.

Tickets for Holiday Blingo Day Out are for sale for $65 on the Orillia & District LifeSkills Connection website at www.odlc.ca or by phone at 705-327-1253.