2016 4th Annual
PRESENTED BY
H O S T I N G PA RT N E R S
Thank You!
From the Gala Co-Chairs: Dr. Adeera Levin & Dr. John Gill
The Evening 7:00 pm
Cocktail Reception Silent Auction and Wine Wall open
7:15 pm
Why we are here Our special little guests
8:00 pm
ACT I – The People
8:40 pm
ACT II – The Possibilities Silent Auction closes Live Auction begins at 8:45
9:45 pm
Closing Remarks
March is
Kidney Health Month, let’s help kids like
Hailey-Ann
Your Contribution Will Help Fund: • Kidney Research Scientist Core Education and the National Training (KRESCENT) Program.
• Accommodation for post-transplant adults and families in the Kidney Suites
• Emergency financial assistance grants for kidney patients • Information and education programs on early prevention as well as self-management of kidney disease.
FIGHT
kidney disease
The Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC & Yukon Branch exists to help prevent kidney disease or delay the onset. We also provide support services for patients who have chronic kidney disease, are on dialysis and promote organ donation to increase kidney transplant rates. We are here to help each and every kidney patient until there is a cure.
The Canadian Society of Nephrology is a society of physicians and scientists specializing in the care of people with kidney disease, and in research related to the kidney and kidney disease. kidney.bc.ca
The Facts In 2015, The Kidney Foundation of Canada, BC & Yukon Branch: Helped 350 patients with nearly $100,000 in Short Term Financial Assistance Provided Kidney Suites for 33 post-transplant patients Sent 38 kids with kidney disease to Kidney Kids Camp Screened 479 at risk adults for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Supported 7,000 Kidney Foundation volunteers across BC & Yukon to help kidney patients and their families
Wine & Spirit Wall Due to popular demand, the Wine & Spirit Wall has returned! Purchase a $50 numbered cork and take home one of 150 high quality BC wines! Included in the corks are a few designated for our specially selected high end, high quality wine or spirit. This year we are happy to have MyWinePal blogger, Karl Kliparchuk, at our Wine & Spirit Wall. Karl will be available to discuss our featured BC Wines. Be sure to stop by!
Thank You
To Our Gala Sponsors
Live Auction 1 West Coast Experience
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Contributors CanWest Display, Bespoke Creative
Experience Vancouver Island like never before with this West Coast Experience! Your four-night stay at Waters Edge Shoreside Suites will be in a deluxe one-bedroom with an outdoor tub. Overlooking the town’s tranquil harbour, this beachfront resort is 1.8 km from the bars and restaurants in central Ucluelet, and 2 km from the Ucluelet Aquarium. Take some time to enjoy the waves with Live to Surf’s rental package for 2.
UCLUELET FOR 2 • 4-Night Hotel stay in Deluxe 1 Bedroom with outdoor tub • Barclay Sound kayaking trips for 2 • 4x4 Backroad Hike • Full Surf rental
Ucluelet is a kayaker’s paradise and you can take advantage of experience this for yourself with 2 person Barkley Sound full day kayaking tours with Majestic Ocean Kayaking. Here you will explore the many islands in this archipelago and watch for local wildlife. Enjoy a little break with a gourmet picnic lunch on a white sandy beach! As a bonus to this package, you will receive a personally guided back road hike at Mount Ozzard – a place not known to the regular tourist!
ESTIMATED VALUE: $1,500
Live Auction 2
7 Day Holland America Cruise
Holland America, the award-winning and recognized leader in cruising, offers the lucky winner a 7-day Line Cruise for two with an ocean view room to any of the following destinations: Alaska, Caribbean, Mexico, or Canada/New England. No blackout or expiry dates. Holland America allows you to travel with fewer guests aboard elegant, mid-sized ships and relax in spacious comfort, surrounded by fresh flowers and museum-quality art. Sample an amazing array of enriching onboard activities and artfully crafted shore excursions. Whether you prefer to sunbathe on the ship deck, explore Alaska’s hot springs or go snorkeling in the Caribbean.
7 DAY CRUISE FOR 2 • Any 7-Day Holland America Line Cruise • Ocean View Room • Your choice of Alaska, Caribbean, Mexico or Canada/New England
ESTIMATED VALUE: up to $4,500
Live Auction 3 Shearwater Fishing
Shearwater Resort and Marina, the gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest is located on the calm protected waters of the Central Coast of British Columbia. From early May to September, this myriad of channels, islands and inlets are teeming with all 5 species of salmon on their annual migration to their natal streams.
ECO TOUR & FISHING FOR 2 • 3 - 6 night fishing experience • Airfare from Vancouver to Bella Bella • Guided fishing & viewing areas.
Customize your choice of a 3 - 6 night fishing experience during the 2016 season August 15th - October 1st, return airfare from Vancouver to Bella Bella, scenic water taxi to Shearwater, lodging, all meals, guided fishing, transportation to and from all viewing areas. Experience a guaranteed adventure vacation of a lifetime with the Shearwater Resort and Marina Eco Tour & Fishing Package! Shearwater Resort is highly recommended to anyone interested in a fishing vacation to one of the most beautiful places on earth.
ESTIMATED VALUE: up to $10,000
Live Auction 4 New York Long Weekend
Live Auction 5 Purple Sapphire Ring
Home to the Empire State Building, Times Square, Statue of Liberty, Broadway and many other attractions, New York City is waiting for you! The city’s 5 boroughs sit where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean, with the island borough of Manhattan at the “Big Apple’s” core. Enjoy a 3-night (Friday-Sunday) weekend stay in a standard guest room at The New York Hilton Midtown, just moments from Radio City Music Hall, Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), Fifth Avenue shopping, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Broadway and Times Square. Experience a Broadway Show such as The Book of Mormon, Wicked or The Lion King, with two orchestra or front mezzanine tickets for two to your choice of one show*. Also included in your package is $200 gift card towards a range of iconic New York restaurants!
NEW YORK TRIP FOR 2 • Roundtrip flights from Vancouver to New York • 3-night weekend stay at Hilton Midtown • Tickets to a Broadway Show • $200 dining gift card
*A small additional charge may apply during holidays and special performances. Shows subject to change. **All components are subject to availability, black out periods and terms and conditions (when/where applicable).
ESTIMATED VALUE: Over $11,000
14KT WHITE GOLD RING • 7.58ct Purple Sapphire • 40 single cut diamonds • Size 6.5 • Gemmologist Appraisal of $6,000
Evoke the glamour of the 1900’s Edwardian era, with this one of a kind, exquisite 14kt White Gold Ladies Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Featuring a 7.58ct purple sapphire (GIA type 2), surrounded by 40 (0.005ct) single cut diamonds with .20cts total weight estimation. This beautiful ring features a central 4 claw oval setting, surrounded by pave settings. The ring is accompanied by a Gemmologist Appraisal.
ESTIMATED VALUE: $6,000
Live Auction 6 Fire In The Kitchen
Vancouver Fire Fighters are here to serve you! Dinner parties for 8 people, either couples or single ladies, and a typical evening runs from 5pm - 11 pm. A portion of the meals are created a Gala fire- March hall5,and delivered BC Shine aat Light 2015 -then Kidney Foundation BC to the home. IN THE KITCHEN DINNER FOR 8 Firefighters finish theFIRE cooking in the home of the lucky winner.
This certificate entitles the winning bidder to enjoy a luxurious dinner for 8 catered by 4 - 5 Vancouver Fire Fighters in the comfort of their own home! * 4 weeks notice is required * Expires March 5, 2016 * Alcohol not included To book your dinner, please contact Henri Persaud or Linda Kennedy at 604.436.3335 or linda@iaff18.org / henri@vancouverfirefighters.ca With one main firefighter as lead Cert.# 030515/ 1 chef and from 5 - 7 helpers (sous chefs), the team prepares multiple appetizers and wonderful desserts. DINNER FOR 8 There are many talented and creative firefighters with a flair for • Lead Firefighter as food and show, and although the ‘head chef’ team doesn’t supply alcohol, bar • 5 to 7 Vancouver tenders are included to round Firefighters as ‘sous chefs’ out the service of the evening. A • Food created and cooked gourmet meal in uniform and clean at Firehall then catered to your home up afterwards!
ESTIMATED VALUE: PRICELESS
Live Auction 7
Sip & Soar Through Napa Valley
View Napa Valley like never before with a hot air balloon ride with Napa Valley Balloons over one of the most magnificent valleys on Earth. Enjoy a private tour and wine tasting for two at Fontanella Family Winery, a micro-boutique winery located in the highly acclaimed Mt. Veeder Appellation of Napa Valley. Join the owners in the cellar for a special “thiefing” from barrels of their future releases. Also enjoy a private VIP tasting for two at Jessup Cellars and six consecutive hours of chauffeured luxury sedan service with Beau Wine Tours.
NAPA VALLEY FOR 2 • Roundtrip flights • 3-nights hotel • Hot Air Balloon ride with Champagne breakfast • Wine tastings • 6 hours chauffeured service
Your stay wouldn’t be complete without some rest and relaxation at during your stay in a standard guest room at Meritage Resort and Spa which is located on an eleven-acre private vineyard and features an immense 20,000 sq. ft. cave. *Flight would be from Vancouver to San Francisco or Oakland. Napa is approximately 1.5 hours north of either city. Transportation to/from airport not included. **All components are subject to availability, black out periods and terms and conditions (when/where applicable).
ESTIMATED VALUE: $5,000
Live Auction 8
7 Night Shuswap Houseboat
Experience one of British Columbia’s legendary adventure vacations on Shuswap Lake. Twin Anchors Houseboat Rentals & Vacations has hosted guests since 1977! Get your crew together and start planning your houseboat adventure today we have boats available this summer and fall. The CruiseCraft II is self-contained, featuring a fully equipped galley, 3 staterooms, clothes dryer, home entertainment system, including CD stereo, TV /DVD, propane BBQ, fireplace, bimini top, bridge deck command centre and hot tub. Included with this package is a on-water yoga lesson HOUSEBOAT VACATION for 6, followed by sangrias and appies on the lake! • 7-Night Vacation aboard Twin Anchors Houseboats Rentals & Vacations looks forward to seeing you soon to experience all the Shuswap has to offer! * Valid during the 2016 low or mid season that runs between May 1st to July 7th and August 22nd to October 31st, 2016 (excluding all long weekends).
Twin Anchors Luxurious CruiseCraft II. • 15 Sleeper Houseboat crusing the Shuswap Lake in style. • On-water yoga
ESTIMATED VALUE: up to $6,200
Live Auction 9
Ultimate Pro Sports Fan Getaway
Choose your sport! Whether you’re a fan of MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL or PGA, this is the trip for you! Your Ultimate Pro Sports Fan Getaway starts with roundtrip flights for two from Vancouver to the 48 contiguous United States or Canada. You have the ability to pick the professional sports event you want to see and when you want to see it. Take a trip to see your home team play on the road or just get away for a fan-tastic sports adventure! You have the ability to pick the professional sports event you want to see and when you want to see it. As part of your package, you will have 2-night weekend stay in a standard room in deluxe-style SPORTS TRIP FOR 2 accommodations such as a Hyatt, Marriott or Sheraton (or comparable). • Roundtrip flights • Accommodations • 2 lower level seats to a major league game or 2 grounds passes to a non-major PGA golf tournament*
*Excludes the U.S. PGA Championship, Masters, U.S. Open, Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup. ** Game date must be on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday. While every effort will be made to accommodate your first choice of game, confirmation is based on both event ticket and hotel availability. All components are subject to black out periods such as Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Other terms and conditions may apply when/where applicable. Reservations to Green Bay, Wisconsin, would require a $200USD per person airfare surcharge.
ESTIMATED VALUE: PRICELESS
Live Auction 10 Hockey Night in Canada
Did somebody say hockey? What’s more Canadian than you and your buddy enjoying Hockey Night in Canada - VIP style. Before the game enjoy some beverages with your VIP passes to Roger Arena’s Crossbar Lounge, and watch the game with your 2 VIP Vancouver Canucks game tickets! After the game, head over to Downtown Vancouver’s Gotham Steakhouse, a high-end steakhouse & cocktail bar and use your $200 gift certificate towards a delectable meal! As if this wasn’t enough, be the envy of your friends when you show off your signed jerseys from famed Canucks brothers, Henrick & Daniel Sedin.
VIP HOCKEY NIGHT • 2 signed jerseys • 2 VIP tickets to any regular season game • 2 VIP passes to the Crossbar Lounge • Gotham’s Steakhouse
Live Auction 11 Ladies In The City
Spend time enjoying beautiful downtown Vancouver with your bestie, mom or sister! This package includes everything ladies could want for their mind, body and soul. Enjoy an afternoon at Stanley Park with your bike rentals from Spokes. Then check into one of Vancouver’s most prestigious hotels, Fairmont Pacific Rim, to freshen up before heading out to dinner.
VANCOUVER FOR 2 One night at Fairmont Pacific Rim, One night at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, half day bike rentals, Daniel le Chocolat, Brunch at Sylvia Hotel , $100 Willow Stream Spa, Taste Vancouver Food Tours
Checking out of Fairmont Pacific Rim the next day, enjoy morning R&R, Daniel le Chocolat Belge chocolates, followed by a treatment at Willow Stream Spa. In the afternoon take part of a Taste of Vancouver Food Tour* and then check into Vancouver’s landmark hotel, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver where you can enjoy a night on the town. Before parting ways with your loved one, head to Vancouver’s English Bay and enjoy a delicious brunch at Sylvia Hotel. *2.5 hour food tour with option of Gastown or Taste of Italy
ESTIMATED VALUE: PRICELESS
ESTIMATED VALUE: up to $1,300
Live Auction 12 Yukon Adventure
Thank You
To Our Live Auction Contributors
Let adventure be your guide in the Land of the Midnight Sun, Yukon. Your 4 day adventure begins with 2 round-trip flights from Vancouver to Whitehorse with Air North, Yukon’s Airline. Upon arrival in Whitehorse pick up your car rental from Driving Force Vehicle Rentals, and then head to the Best Western Gold Rush, which is close to shopping, attractions and the historic Yukon River waterfront. What Yukon adventure would be complete without dog-sledding in the winter or a canoe trip in the summer with Muktuk Adventures? Experience a half day tour, sharing in an authentic Yukon lifestyle. Your adventure continues with a tour at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, a unique wildlife viewing facility. Next up, continue down the road to the Takhini Hot Springs. After relaxing in the pool, dry off and walk over to Café Balzam, a distinctive French Creperie featuring local and sustainable food products. Have you ever thought what it would be like to like to pilot an aircraft? Learn to Fly* with Alkan Air, an aviation briefing and 30 minute in-flight on Cessna 172. You will handle the controls, take in YUKON FOR 2 the view, ask some questions, and soar the skies over Whitehorse. • Round-trip flights Your Yukon Adventure package also includes a package from Hougen’s Department Store Watson Lake and there may be other surprises as part of this one of a kind package! * Learn to Fly is for one student and passenger * Subject to blackout periods and expiry date restrictions
from Vancouver to Whitehorse • 3-night hotel stay • 3 day compact car rental • Learn to Fly* • Dog sledding or canoeing • Admission to Wildlife Preserve
ESTIMATED VALUE: PRICELESS
Yukon Wildlife Preserve Hougen’s Department Store Takhini Hot Pools Café Balzam Spokes Bicycle Rentals Daniel le Chocolat Sylvia Hotel
Willow Stream Spa Taste Vancouver Food Tours I Am Yoga Shuswap Live to Surf Olson Auctions Majestic Ocean Kayaking
CHECK OUT OUR SILENT AUCTION! HERE’S A GLIMPSE OF WHAT TO EXPECT: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise - 2 nights Sparkling Hill Resort + Distinctly Kelowna Winery Tour Whole body MRI scan Cactus Club Tasting for 6 Golf at Marine Drive and Mayfair Lakes Granville Island package Afternoon tea at Fairmont Vancouver Airport River Rock Casino stay with show tickets Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort – 1 night stay Vancouver Canadians Baseball tickets Victoria Family Vacation Wine Tours and Tastings Two Whistler packages Maui Jim sunglasses Strathcona Lodge – 2 night stay Wellness packages
Be sure to stop by the Silent Auction tables to bid on these and many more items!
Thank You! . . . to our fabulous volunteers; . . . to the Auction Committee; . . . to our Speakers; . . . and to EVERYONE who helped make tonight possible!
See you next year for the
5th Annual
Shine a Light Kidney Gala Thursday, March 2nd, 2017
kidney.bc.ca