Levi’s Fire: A Story of Resilience and Hope
A powerful documentary about one family’s night of tragedy—and the hope that rose from the flames.
the story
On a November night in 2018, in one moment a young boy’s life changed forever. Through the strength of his family and the world-class care of SickKids Hospital, Levi’s story is one of survival, healing, and hope — inspiring a community to give back.
ABOUT THE FILM
On a November evening in 2018, a tragic accident left young Levi with severe burns, thrusting his family into a harrowing journey of survival and recovery. Through the expert care of SickKids Hospital and the unwavering love of his parents, Levi's resilience shines in the face of adversity. Amid the challenges, his mother finds hope and purpose, creating the SickKids Fired Up Gala to give back to the hospital that saved her son. This inspiring documentary captures a family's strength, a community's compassion, and the enduring power of hope in transforming lives.
A film by Gilbert Khoury
Levi’s Fire: A Story of Resilience and Hope
Director's Statement
I did not come to this story searching for tragedy. I was drawn to what emerged in its aftermath.
After a devastating accident left young Levi fighting for his life, his family entered a world defined by uncertainty and fragile hope. What followed was not only a fight for survival, but a profound display of resilience, compassion, and the strength that arises when a community refuses to let a family stand alone.
At the heart of this film is not the accident, but what came after: a mother transforming gratitude into action and a community gathering around purpose. The creation of the SickKids Fired Up Gala is more than an event — it is love made visible and a reminder that healing extends far beyond hospital walls.
As a filmmaker, I approach this story with care and responsibility. My intention is to illuminate what rises from it — dignity, resilience, and the human instinct to give back even in the face of profound hardship.
Through Levi’s journey, this film explores how hope can become something shared, something active, and something that carries others forward.
— Gilbert Khoury
LATEST NEWS
Stay up to date on Levi’s Fire screenings, festivals, and impact.
PRODUCTION BEGINS DURING FIREdUP SICKKIDS GALA
Principal photography on Levi's Fire officially began during the FiredUp SickKids Gala, marking the start of this powerful journey.
levi's fire Website launch mar 6
We are delighted to share the website was lauched on Mar 6 during the Firedup Gala.
FiredUp Gala Event Walkthrough
The production team walked through the venue preparing for the FiredUp Gala.
Award Nominee Cinematographer
2 X Canadian Screen Awards Nominee Ashley Iris Gill is attached to Levi's Fire: A Story of Resilience and Hope feature film.
Film Poster Created
We are very grateful to Eric Robillard and the team from Kinos who created the film poster.
GENERAL INQUIRIES / MEDIA & FESTIVALS
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