Don’s Pizza | Pizza Eating Contest and Live Auction

Event Details

June 19, 2025 | 5-9PM at the Grace Hartman Ampitheatre

Join us for a fun-filled family event where local competitors will battle it out in an eating contest to support Health Sciences North Foundation and the Janis Foligno Foundation! Admission is free, and you can grab a slice (or two!) from Don’s Pizza. Plus, don’t miss our exciting live auction featuring fantastic items!

All donations made online and during the event will support HSN Foundation. Make a donation today and support healthcare excellence in Northeastern Ontario!

Working Together for a Greater Impact

This collaborative event will support two meaningful causes, with proceeds thoughtfully directed to benefit both organizations. Each foundation will receive funds through different aspects of the event, ensuring a shared success that strengthens our community and extends the reach of our missions.

Event Schedule

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM | JFZ Garage Band

5:30 PM – 6:15 PM | Live Auction

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Pizza Eating Contest

Pizza Eating Contestants

Marcus Foligno – Canadian Professional Hockey Player on the Minnesota Wild
Marie Litalien, CEO of Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce
Anthony Keating, President & CEO – HSN Foundation
Sara Cunningham, Deputy Chief of Police
Dr. Kevan Saidi, Orthopedic Surgeon
Mayor Paul Lefebvre
Alex Cimino, Behind the Bench Podcaster
Amanda Zurkowski, Sales and Marketing Manager Ontario
Alex Pharand, Sudbury Wolves Player
Logan Stutz – Sudbury Five Coach

…..stay tuned for more contestants!

How Your Support Makes a Difference

HSN is Northeastern Ontario’s academic health sciences centre and a lifeline to 23 other hospitals in the region. Demand for our services continues to grow. Your support helps fund life-saving cancer treatments, new equipment for pediatric care, cardiac research, training for future healthcare professionals, and capital expansions to meet the needs of our communities.

We believe that when individuals from all corners of our community—business owners, educators, frontline workers, creatives, and residents alike—unite for a common cause, the impact is profound.