SCIO
COMEDY NIGHT
Laughter Heals
SCIO Comedy Night
Join us for an unforgettable night of comedy in support of a vital cause! “Laughter Heals” brings together some of Canada’s finest comedic talents for an evening of side-splitting entertainment while raising funds for Spinal Cord Injury Ontario’s essential programs and services. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at The Comedy Bar in Toronto.
Your ticket not only guarantees an evening of laughter but also helps provide service navigation, peer support, and advocacy for those living with spinal cord injuries.
Want to join in the fun but can’t make it to the show in person? Join us through the live stream!
SCIO Comedy Night
October 28, 2026
Show starts 8:00 pm
The Comedy Bar
2800 Danforth Ave, Toronto
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Mike Wilmot
Mike is one of the funniest stand-up acts on both sides of the Atlantic.
He has performed Live At The Apollo UK. On the other side of the Atlantic, Mike was on Canadian TV in Corner Gas and on CMT’s Ron White’s Salute to the Troops.
The above just scratches the surface of this funny man’s comedic depth. You might ask, “What do you mean by that?” And I would answer: He’s got awards. He’s got awards up the whazoo: The Barry Award for outstanding stand-up comic performance in Australia; The Time Out Award for Best Stand-Up in London, England; the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Male Film Performance and he twice received the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Male Stand-up.
Mike has made numerous film and television appearances over the years, with a showstopping role in It’s All Gone Pete Tong and a cast regular on The Fountain and Flickers.
Add to this all his other Canadian TV appearances, the thousands of times he did his stand-up on night club stages, Hollywood Improv and festivals from Melbourne, Australia to Kilkenny, Ireland to Edinburgh, Scotland to Montreal Canada and you have one hell of a funny man.
In 2016 Mike made his debut appearance at London’s Royal Albert Hall as part of the Teenager Cancer Trust gigs and had a weeklong sold out run at London’s Soho Theatre.
“Leaves the audience in a state of hilarity that most comedians can only dream of”
Sunday Times UK
“Like any fine comedian, he exudes intelligence and sweat in equal measures, Wilmot can give any other stand-up alive lessons in the power of laughter to free us from the shackles of embarrassment”
Time Out UK
“At times raucous, offensive and downright crude, he was nonetheless very, very funny producing belly cackles of genuine mirth throughout. This was a most entertaining experience”
The Scotsman UK
Feature
Laurie Elliott
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Laurie is a headlining comedy performer and four-time winner of the Funniest Female Comic at The Canadian Comedy Awards. Her stand-up credits include multiple gala performances at Montreal’s Just for Laughs Festival, the Winnipeg Comedy Festival, the Comedy Factory in Rotterdam, Raw Comedy Club in Stockholm and a gala run at the Cape Town International Comedy Festival in South Africa.
She has had recurring roles/appearances on The Red Green Show (she married Harold), Comedy Night with Rick Mercer, The Jon Dore Television Show, But I’m Chris Jericho, and she is a regular on CBC Radio’s The Debaters. Her voice can be heard on many animated series such as Total Drama Island, Scaredy Squirrel, Camp Lakebottom, Wishfart and Cupcake and Dino.
In addition to stand up and acting, Laurie’s television writing has spanned nearly 20 ears and many age demographics. Selected credits include five seasons of Total Drama Island, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Rocket Monkeys, Total Dramarama, The Snoopy Show, The Jon Dore Show, Fugget About It, Open Season, Let’s Go Bananas, Dino Dex, and Adult Swim’s hit show, Red Ketchup.
Laurie’s first stand-up comedy album titled, “Sexiest Fish in the Lake” was nominated for a 2024. It can be found on most streaming services and SiriusXM. Have a listen if you dare….
Special Guest
Jared Nathan
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Jared Nathan is a stand-up comedian known for his bold humor and energetic stage presence. Originally from Toronto, Jared’s comedic journey began in Winnipeg where he quickly made a name for himself on the local open mic scene. His unique style, blending sharp wit with personal storytelling, earned him recognition and set the foundation for his rise in the comedy world.
Special Guest
Blair Williams
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Blair Williams is a Toronto-based comedian who brings a sharp wit and a playful edge to his performances, using dark humour to challenge perceptions and share his experience of living with a disability. Influenced by comedy legends like Don Rickles, Robin Williams, and Richard Pryor, his style blends social commentary with personal anecdotes, creating a unique and memorable comedic experience.
Emcee
Bob LaBrecque
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For over 40 years now, Bob has organized stand up comedy events in support of organizations that represent various needs in our community.
He has spent his entire work life in the field of rehabilitation and has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people who are injured and who are struggling to regain what has been lost.
He and his beautiful wife Cindy, have been and continue to be foster parents for over 40 years and are passionate about supporting youth to reach their full potential.
Thank you to our Event Partner Laughter Heals and their founding sponsors; Howie, Sacks & Henry, Align Client Services, JS Held and Schultz Law Group. The Laughter Heals initiative uses the universal language of comedy to raise awareness, build community and generate essential funding for local health and social service organizations. Through dynamic branding, strategic sponsorships and inclusive, low-barrier programming, we transform laughter into lasting community impact while supporting critical programs.
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Sponsorship
We have sponsorship opportunities available. To learn more please contact:
Leandre Casselman
Development Coordinator
1-877-422-1112
leandre.casselman@sciontario.org
