Celebrating every body. Elevating every voice
Most health events talk about people like you.
The Your Health Matters Summit was built by and for the community, grounded in lived experience, rooted in dignity, and intentionally free of stigma.
“For the first time, I didn’t feel judged. I felt understood. I left feeling hopeful instead of ashamed.”
— Summit Attendee
EVENT DETAILS
📅 April 19, 2026, 10 am – 4 pm EDT
📍 Liberty Grand, 25 British Columbia Rd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 (complimentary parking provided)
🎟️ Tickets · In-person: $80 · Virtual (Zoom): Free
We never want cost to be a barrier. If pricing is a concern, please contact Priti Chawla at: priti@obesity-matters.com
CHANGEMAKER AWARDS 2026
Honouring the Champions Among Us
A powerful moment where we recognize individuals and organizations advancing compassion, inclusion, courageous leadership, and real change.
The seven award categories include:
Excellence in Health Advocacy: Championing policy and systems reform that improves equitable access to care for all communities.
Excellence in Healthcare Delivery: Setting new standards in patient-centred, evidence-based clinical practice across healthcare systems.
Wellness Community Leader: Building inclusive spaces that strengthen well-being and meaningful community connection.
Corporate Catalyst for Change: Advancing inclusion and health equity within organizations and workplaces across sectors.
Media Changemaker: Shaping public narratives through journalism or digital leadership that drives awareness and change.
Rising Changemaker: An emerging or youth leader demonstrating bold early impact and future leadership potential.
Lifetime Changemaker: A distinguished leader whose enduring contributions have created lasting systemic impact across communities.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A Full Day Designed for You
Expert-Led Education Sessions
Sessions grounded in science and real-world practice.
Culinary Stations & Demos
Hands-on food experiences celebrating nourishment without restriction.
Talent at Every Size
Community members take the stage with singing, Bollywood dance, open mic, and performances shared on their own terms.
Storytelling Circle
A space where lived experience is honoured as powerful evidence.
Community Connection & Networking
A welcoming space to build connections with peers, healthcare professionals, advocates, and changemakers.
Everyone is welcome to take part. If you have an idea to share or would like to participate, we’d love to hear from you.
Full agenda coming soon.
Your Seat is Waiting
Whether you join us in person or virtually, you are part of this community.
You deserve conversations rooted in respect.
You deserve care without stigma.
You deserve to belong.
Questions about attendance or sponsorship?
Contact Priti Chawla at priti@obesity-matters.com.
Here’s a glimpse of what the summit offers
Connection. Courage. Celebration.
This is the community you’ll be stepping into.
