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ABOUT MDA
We started as a community group, then officially registered as a business in 2023. We have now hosted over 50 events, worked with over 300+ businesses, raised over $20,000 for local charities/non-profits, and are just getting started! In 2024 we attracted over 20,000 guests to our events, with our feature event Barkham Event drawing 7-9,000 attendees!
ELLIE (@EllieTheWiseDog)
Adopted from Toronto Animal Services at the age of two, Ellie is the reason why MDA exists. It was the connections built through her at the Cornell Dog Park in Markham, Ontario that led to the large-scale dog-friendly events that we're all used to now.
Ellie's first leash colour was purple, it's the leash-colour Greg (Ellie's dad) brought her home from the shelter in.
Now you see it in our logo, banners, social media posts, and even this website. It's the reason why our social media posts start with a purple heart - because that's where MDA started, with Ellie. 💜
OUR LOGO
Designed by Ellie's Uncle Jon at Toronto Wrapture, our logo predominately features our iconic purple colour.
The MDA Logo Bandana / Puppaw Apparel
MDA Colour Leash / Colours By Emma
Ellie Photo Credit / Rebecca Hu Photography
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to help promote, build and empower local businesses while creating inclusive spaces for our community to meet and connect. While doing this we promote rescues and charities to help animals in need.
AWARDS
Community Votes, Markham 2024
🏆 • Best Party and Event Planners
Community Votes, Markham 2023
🏆 • Gold in Advertising
🏆 • Platinum in the Event and Party Planning Category
🏆 • Platinum in the Marketing and Advertising Category
🏆 • Gold in the Pet Shops Category
Markham Economist & Sun 2023
🏆 • Readers Choice Award
