The 14th Annual Hospice PEI Dancing with the Stars is a lively, feel-good night out in support of a cause that truly matters. This much-anticipated event brings together Island personalities and pairs them with professional dancers, all stepping onto the stage to try something new and give it their all!
As one of our signature fundraisers, this event plays an important role in helping Hospice PEI continue to provide compassionate care and support across our community. As a registered charity, we rely on the generosity of local businesses and supporters to carry out our mission. 100% of the proceeds raised from this event stay right here on the Island, directly supporting the individuals and families we serve.
Throughout the evening, you’ll experience a mix of performances, from elegant ballroom to upbeat, high-energy routines, alongside plenty of laughter, music, and encouragement from the crowd. Each dance reflects the time, effort, and heart behind it, and the room quickly fills with a warm, welcoming sense of community. As the night unfolds, 10 awards are presented, recognizing everything from choreography to crowd favourite.
And if you’d like to get involved, every $1 you donate to Hospice PEI counts as one vote for your favourite dance pair, so you can cheer them on and help make a difference at the same time.
Tickets are $100, which includes a $45 charitable tax receipt. Guests will enjoy complimentary appetizers and a cash bar during the evening. The reception begins at 6:00 PM, with the show starting at 7:00 PM at the Florence Simmons Performance Hall (140 Weymouth St, Charlottetown). All guests will be seated in theatre-style seating for an unforgettable show.
For more information contact the Social Media and Events Coordinator at (902) 330-7506 or email [email protected]
Kailea Switzer is a counselling therapist and personal development coach. She grew up on the island, then lived in NB, Toronto, Boston, and Los Angeles before returning home to raise her two daughters, Phoenix and Noa. Kailea has a B.A. in Educational Psychology from MTA, a B.Ed. in Teaching from STU, and a M.Ed. in Counselling and Prevention Science from Harvard University.
Kailea is the host of the podcast “In This New Season” and recently released a children’s book and a poetry book. She developed a passion for dancing a few years ago and is so grateful and excited to be part of DWTS PEI!
Gabrielle Roddy is a Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor and professional actress residing here in PEI after many years in Toronto and Montreal. She is best known for her portrayal of Rachel Lynde in Anne and Gilbert over the last five years, at the Florence Simmons Centre. Movement and performance are two of Gabrielle’s great passions. Along with the rescue of old dogs! She has been teaching exercise for forty plus years and holds a Doctorate in the Science of Physical Activity from the University of Montreal. She has also been performing since a very young age beginning with performances alongside her parents in community theatre.
Hospice PEI, and all hospice organizations are close to Gabrielle’s heart. Her mother, Patricia, passed away last year. It was her wish to remain in her home, and the family was able to honour that wish through the support of the local Hospice in Cornwall, Ontario. Gabrielle realized that many people don’t understand how important hospice is until we need it. She is excited to be part of DWTS 2026 to help raise awareness and learn a new dancing skill along the way.
Abby Oliver has decades of experience in sales and marketing but currently enjoys her position as Product Advisor at Charlottetown Toyota. With a passion for comics and tattoos, she is an avid collector of both and is always open for an artistic opportunity. Originally from Nova Scotia, Abby moved to PEI in 1999 to take Journalism at Holland college and she met her husband Brett that same year. Since then, they’ve enjoyed their home here in PEI and have adopted their 3 sweet cats.
Abby has loved to dance since she was a child and is honoured and excited to be a part of PEI DWTS!
Born and raised in PEI, Jessica is a senior manager at Arsenault Best Cameron Ellis CPAs in Charlottetown, providing audit, assurance, and taxation services to her clients. Committed to community involvement, she volunteers as Treasurer for both the PEI Chapter of the College of Family Physicians as well as Downstreet Dance Studio in Charlottetown.
Outside of her professional life, she is passionate about perfumery and growing her fragrance collection, and she has recently rekindled her passion for dance and feminine movement. When she is not working or dancing, you can find her swimming in the ocean, visiting a local Nordic spa, or enjoying a plate of fresh PEI oysters on a sunny patio.
Jessica is honoured to be dancing and fundraising in memory of her grandfather, Dennis Doiron, who received compassionate hospice care during his heroic battle with cancer in 2022.
Born and raised in Prince Edward Island, Brandy currently resides in Northport, PEI. Brandy is the proud daughter, wife, and mom to PEI born and raised fishermen. Brandy loves being outdoors, fitness, food, wine, my wonderful friends, and her two Daschund pups.
Brandy graduated from UPEI in 1999, however her love for the ocean, physical work, and the outdoors led her on a different path. In the early 2000’s she started an oyster farm with her husband. This new venture often presented challenges, that taught perseverance, patience, and resilience. It is her love of the work, the pride in the farm, and the quality of the product that make it all worthwhile for her.
Brandy is very passionate about health and fitness. She is a former bodybuilding competitor and now Canadian Physique Alliance judge. You will often find her at the gym lifting heavy things. When she’s not at the gym, you will see her and her walking partner blazing through town. The duo is known well and is often referred to as the “crazy walkers”, trudging through the rain, sleet, snow, wind, and heat warning days.
Brandy is thrilled to be invited to take part in the Hospice PEI Dancing with the Stars Fundraiser and to represent her community. She hopes that you will follow along and support her on her dancing or shall we say “two left feet” adventure.
Hi, I’m Anna, a massage specialist, mom of three girls, and the heart behind Cherry Beauty Space on PEI. Originally from Ukraine, my family and I moved to Prince Edward Island three years ago, and we’ve truly found a second home here.
I help people feel relaxed, recharged, and cared for, and now I’m stepping out of my comfort zone and onto the dance floor!
When I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me dancing, creating content, or finding new ways to bring beauty and joy into everyday life. I believe in living with passion, embracing new challenges, and giving back to the community that has given us so much.
Dancing With The Stars is more than just a performance for me, it’s a chance to connect, inspire, and support an important cause. If you see me on stage, know that I’m dancing with all my heart, for my family, my clients, and for Hospice PEI
Chris Huggan has spent most of his career as a physical education teacher and athletic director. His passion for people, education, physical activity, and sport has led him to a variety of leadership roles, including Athletic Director at Colonel Gray High School and UPEI. He currently teaches physical education at Charlottetown Rural High School, where he is joined by his wife, Carolyn, and two oldest daughters, Jadyn (Grade 12) and Alexis (Grade 10). Their youngest daughter, Casey, will be joining soon. In addition to teaching, Chris works in Business Development with Causable Inc., helping schools, sports teams, and non-profit organizations across PEI raise funds to create and enhance opportunities for their members.
Chris has always encouraged his students, and his own children, to step outside their comfort zones and embrace new opportunities. Now, he is both nervous and excited to take a big step outside his own comfort zone by joining this year’s Dancing with the Stars fundraiser in support of Hospice PEI. He hopes his friends, family, current and former students, and colleagues will support him and this meaningful cause.
Ann Worth, President of Worth Consulting Group, is a business owner, connector, economic developer, commercial real estate advisor, and professional facilitator who is passionate about helping people succeed. With more than 35 years of experience, she has worked across entrepreneurship, international trade, marketing, retail, manufacturing, commercial real estate, wellness, and workplace skills development.
A strong advocate for leadership, personal empowerment, wellness, and respect in the workplace, Ann brings experience from both the private and non-profit sectors. Her career includes supporting Canadian companies in global markets, co-creating Grow Export programs, and leading businesses in retail, food manufacturing, real estate, consulting, training, and facilitation.
She has also held leadership roles with Meetings and Conventions PEI, PEI Aquaculture Alliance, Atlantic Canada Food Export Partnership, Delta Hotels, Halifax Board of Trade, Rodd Hotels, and COWS Ice Cream.
When she’s not working, Ann is an outdoor enthusiast, adventurer, mountain biker, and avid hiker who proudly calls Prince Edward Island home.
Breanna is a cat mom, hairstylist and lover of all things creative in every aspect of life. Originally born in Niagara Falls Ontario, she has previously lived in Calgary, Ottawa and now loves residing near the beach on this beautiful island.
Breanna quickly built a clientele upon moving to the island back in 2021. She loves being part of the community and working with people. She views her job as way more than just making others feel beautiful. She has close relationships with almost all of her clients and loves being someone that they can open up and talk to while getting their hair done. Through these relationships she has heard many stories over her 13 + years as a hairstylist.
Not only does she do hair, but she has been an emotional support for her clients in the highest and lowest times of their life. She is a cheerleader when need be and also a shoulder to cry on when times are tough. And through these experiences she sees the tremendous value of which hospice services has to offer.
When Breanna isn’t behind the chair she can be found making art, taking pictures out in nature, dancing, making lip syncing videos, thrifting, rhinestoning or snuggling with her kitties.
Morris LeBlanc, 54 yrs old, originally grew up in Halifax, NS prior to moving to PEI to go to UPEI in the 90’s, where I met my future wife, Gail, who is from Northam, PEI.
Currently the Owner/Operator of Moe’s Your Independent Grocer after 35 years working for Loblaw/Shoppers Drug Mart in various capacities in Atlantic Canada and Ontario. Proudly serving the communities of West Prince through active involvement, supporting various charities to raise valuable funding, and sitting on the Board of Directors for Develop West Prince and the West Prince Curling Club. Community is at the heart of what I do.
A father of 2, and grandfather of 1, much of my time is spent either operating the store, spending time with family, or exploring PEI with my drone to capture photos and video from the skies above, kayaking, and curling.
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