About Us
Dads helping others.
Since 2012.
What started as a place to borrow a ladder or ask a question about parenting turned into one of the largest father-led community movements in Ontario.
Burlington Dads is more than a group—it's a movement. What began in 2012 as a Facebook group where local fathers could connect, borrow a tool, ask for advice, or lend a hand has grown into a brotherhood of more than 7,000 active members. Together, we're strengthening families, supporting one another, and making a lasting impact across Burlington through volunteerism, fundraising, and community service.
Today, 14 years in, Burlington Dads is a registered force for good — pouring time, money, and manpower into every corner of our city. Kids get birthdays. Families get groceries. Neighbours get help. Dads get a brotherhood that has their back.
By the numbers
Real impact, real people
7,000+
Active members
500+
Families supported
14+
Events per year
3,500+
Volunteer hours contributed
Burlington Dads
Meet our team
The volunteers who keep the movement running — organizing events, moderating the group, and showing up for Burlington families every week.
Our events
A dozen reasons to show up
We host over a dozen community events a year. These four are our cornerstones.
The Christmas Toy Drive
Thousands of toys collected and delivered so every Burlington kid wakes up to something under the tree.
Annual Golf Tournament
Our biggest fundraiser of the year — a full day on the course with dads, sponsors and friends of the movement.
Free Family Picnic
A free BBQ afternoon in the park for the whole community — food, games, kites and a whole lot of dads on the grill.
The Best Wings in Burlington
Local kitchens go head-to-head while you eat your way through two pounds of wings and crown a champion.
Membership
Membership FAQ
- What are the membership requirements?
- It's simple; be a Burlington Dad, live or work in Burlington, and be a member of our mailing list or private Facebook group.
- What is the cost of membership?
- There is no cost to be a member.
- What are the benefits of membership?
- Members get to be a part of the support system that the group needs and helps open up resources and support for events.
- Is membership necessary to access Burlington Dads programs and events?
- Some events are only for Burlington Dads members, and others are open to the public.
Get involved