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The 37th annual Dragon Ball, presented by Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation, will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026 (Valentine’s Day), at the Automotive Building, Exhibition Place.

Widely recognized as the largest Lunar New Year celebration of its kind in North America and one of Toronto’s premier fundraising galas, the event’s details were unveiled at the media launch on Monday, January 26, 2026, held at Royal Bayview, a luxury condominium developed by Tridel, a leading Canadian real estate developer and long-time supporter of Yee Hong.

Dr. Joseph Wong, Founder and Chair of Yee Hong Foundation, revealed that the Dragon Ball has raised over $23 million over the past 36 years to support Yee Hong’s four long-term care homes, a hospice in Scarborough and extensive community services across the Greater Toronto Area. “Our fifth nursing home, the new Yee Hong Ng Siu Chan Centre is expected to welcome its first residents this fall. Yee Hong will have a total of 1,029 long-term care beds. Yet, with the aging population, over 9,000 seniors remain on our waiting list. We rely on ongoing community support to address this urgent need and ensure that more seniors benefit from culturally appropriate care.”

Helen Ching-Kircher, one of the Gala’s Honorary Patrons, Dealer Principal, President & CEO of DFC Auto Group Inc., Porsche Centre Downtown Toronto & Audi Uptown, remarked, “Our partnership with Yee Hong dates back to 1989. More than three decades of support and trust have allowed us to witness Yee Hong’s outstanding achievements in long-term care and community services. The Dragon Ball is not only a cultural celebration, but also an important platform for raising essential funds to support Yee Hong’s continued growth and development.”

Another Honorary Patron, Jim Ritchie, President of Tridel Group of Companies, added, “Tridel has also partnered with Yee Hong for over 30 years, and we have seen firsthand the profound impact it has made on seniors in our community. We are proud to once again sponsor the Dragon Ball in support of Yee Hong’s vital mission and look forward to continuing our efforts to enhance the lives of seniors.”

Stephen Siu, President of Yee Hong Foundation, expressed sincere gratitude to all sponsors and donors. “Everything we accomplish is made possible by our generous sponsors and donors. This year, more than 30 corporate and media partners have generously contributed, giving Yee Hong the confidence to continue expanding our services and provide more seniors with long-term care beds and compassionate support.”

This year’s Dragon Ball returns to the Automotive Building at Exhibition Place in a reimagined format, offering guests a truly unique and immersive experience. The key highlight will be the central stage surrounded by LED screens, allowing guests from every corner to enjoy close-up views of performances, auctions, and other exciting moments on stage.

The spectacular entertainment for the evening will begin with a modern lion dance performance, celebrating the Lunar New Year, followed by a dynamic Chinese dance performance. The program continues with Hong Kong’s acclaimed a cappella group Brio, who will deliver engaging vocal performances. 

The gala also features dazzling culinary offerings. In addition to the four-course Lunar New Year menu crafted by the Automotive Building, guests will be able to enjoy fresh oysters, international bites, and desserts at the pre-dinner reception and late-night dessert buffet. Chef Trevor Lui, the gala’s culinary ambassador, is presenting his brand, Highbell Hospitality, with a selection of surprise dishes. Guests will also enjoy creations from the Filipino eatery Kumain Kitchen and One Shot Ice Cream, offering Asian-inspired ice cream flavors.

Other catering sponsors include Auric King, Grandeur Palace, Metamorphosis Coffee Experience, Gushi Japanese Street Food , Chao Saigon Vietnamese Restaurant, Petit Noodle, Marathon Café, Saint Germain Bakery. Late-night dessert buffet will be provided by Marathon Café, Saint Germain Bakery, and FuwaFuwa Dessert Café. Additionally, Johnnie Walker will offer guests a curated whisky tasting experience. This culinary journey promises a night full of surprises and delights.

Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in the exciting live and silent auctions, featuring nearly 200 exclusive items and experiences. Live auction highlights include a pair of business-class tickets from Air Canada to anywhere in the world, a Year of the Horse pure gold coin, jewelry donated by Royal de Versailles, and Johnnie Walker’s limited-edition whisky . Other items available in the auctions include Rimowa luggage, restaurant gift certificates, premium wine sets, fine jewelry, and designer handbags, offering something for every taste. Other lucky draw prizes, valued at over $10,000, are contributed by Delta Air Lines, Ali Travel, and Rimowa, adding an extra spark of excitement and anticipation to the evening.

Tickets for the 37th Dragon Ball are priced at $800 for regular and $980 for VIP. Tickets are available online at www.YeeHongDragonBall.org. For inquiries, please contact the Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation at 416-321-0777.

About Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation

Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation primarily raises funds to cover the capital and operational expenses of Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care, one of the largest not-for-profit senior care organizations in Canada, specializing in culturally-appropriate care for various Asian Canadian communities. We also handle communications, liaise with the media and keep the public informed about Yee Hong. Please visit yeehong.com/foundation for details.

The media launch of Yee Hong’s 37th Dragon Ball, revealing the gala’s details, was held at Royal Bayview, a luxury condominium developed by Tridel.

Yee Hong leaders with the Honorary Patrons and Honorary Co-chairs of the 37th Dragon Ball.

(Top left) Helen Ching-Kircher, (top right) Jim Ritchie, (bottom left) Dr. Joseph Wong, and (bottom right) Stephen Siu, delivering speeches at the launch ceremony.

Yee Hong leaders and major sponsors of the 37th Dragon Ball.

Key highlight of the 37th Dragon Ball will be the central stage surrounded by LED screens.

Chinese Collective Arts Association is bringing a dynamic Chinese dance performance to the 37th Dragon Ball.

Yee Hong Foundation’s 37th annual Dragon Ball will take place on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at the Automotive Building, Exhibition Place.

The new Yee Hong Ng Siu Chan Centre is expected to welcome its first residents this fall.