HPO will perform at Aldershot High School auditorium to raise money in support of local elementary schools,

By Lou Frapporti

January 22, 2026

BURLINGTON, ON

One of the greatest blessings in my life is the opportunity to meet so many incredible people working everyday, in myriad ways, to make their communities better.

Kings Road Primary School students will open for the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra performing at the Aldershot High School on February 12th.

A wonderful example of that is in the collaboration of two remarkable women, Kim Varian, the indomitable Executive Director of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra, and Kristy Henders, the inspirational principal of Kings Road Primary School. For those that aren’t aware, Kings Road is an island of inclusion in Aldershot bringing together a wide range of children from diverse backgrounds; a mixture of children whose families have lived in Burlington for generations with the children of newcomers to Canada. All learning in a modest little school with inspiring educators like Kristy. My periodic visits to King Road Primary School on behalf of Alinea Land Corporation‘s philanthropic work always leaves me inspired. I am privileged to call both Kim and Kristy friends.

Which is why I’m delighted to bring this collaboration to the attention of those who live in Burlington. On February 12, the HPO will perform at Aldershot High School auditorium to raise money in support of local elementary schools, particularly King’s Road’s STEAM initiative and the Halton Learning Foundation, helping to provide enhanced learning opportunities for local students.

The event is open to the public and I invite all in my network in the area to attend to support these children and in appreciation for the wonderful work of the HPO.

And to the many wonderful business leaders in the City of Burlington: while endowed with remarkable educators doing incredible work, King’s Road Primary School is under-resourced. Please consider supporting this event through a donation – even if you are unable to attend – or otherwise supporting Kings Road as part of your charitable programming.