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The Alzheimer Society of Montréal’s Annual Bal
A Night to Remember
In May of 1995, the Alzheimer Society of Montréal held its very first ball at the Museum of Contemporary Art. For over a decade now, the Alzheimer Society has been successfully organising this fundraising event which, over the years, has become the most important ball dedicated to the fight against Alzheimer’s disease in Montreal.
2009 Edition: “Forget-Me-Not” Benefit Event
An Unforgettable Evening at Fairmont - The Queen Elizabeth
The Guardians of Memory* as well as many distinguished guests gathered, on October 21, in the enchanting atmosphere of Fairmont - The Queen Elizabeth at the Forget Me Not benefit event. The event raised the sum of $175,000 dollars for the Alzheimer Society of Montréal.
Led by singer Marie-Michèle Desrosiers, the evening quickly took the form of a quiz, in which the guests had fun while testing their knowledge on the history of the City of Montreal and Alzheimer’s disease. "Each new person diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease carries with them a piece of our collective memory," said Gérald Hubert, Executive Director of the Alzheimer Society of Montreal. The quiz was well connected to the theme of the collective memory of Montrealers, as well as the typical Quebec menu, elegant checkered tablecloths and vintage images that scrolled on screen throughout the evening.
The Alzheimer Society of Montreal wishes to thank all its partners and sponsors for the success of this event:
- Fairmont – The Queen Elizabeth
- Domodimonti
- Picchio Pharma
- Hydro-Québec
- OVOS Natural Health Inc.
- Power Corporation of Canada
- RBC Royal Bank of Canada
- Scotia McLeod
- Building Products of Canada Corp.
- Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg
*The Guardians of Memory are:
- Roberto Bellini, Vice-President, Business Development, Bellus Health Inc.
- Tony Loffreda, C.P.A., Regional Vice-President, Commercial Financial Services, Quebec West, RBC Royal Bank of Canada
- Jacques Maurice, Administrator, Scotia McLeod
- Gary Schmid, President and Chief Executive Officer, OVOS Natural Health Inc.
- Michael L. Turcotte, Chairman of the Board, Hydro-Québec
- Pierre Larochelle, Vice-President, Investment, Power Corporation
The evening in pictures : 2009 Edition
The 2008 Edition : A Success Not to Be Forgotten
On September 17, the Alzheimer Society of Montreal held its 15th Annual Alzheimer Ball, in the enchanting atmosphere of the Windsor Hotel. The honorary co-presidency was assured by Mr. Roberto Bellini, Vice-President Director, Picchio Pharma, and by Mr. Gary Schmid, Chief of the Direction, OVOS Santé Naturelle. A total of $400, 000 was raised by the organizing committee of this prestigious event, which helps financing the programs and services offered to the people affected by the disease and their family, as well as research.
Among the other distinguished guests who joined the cause: respected radio personality Ms Dominique Bertrand; well-known artist and respected businesswoman Ms Mitsou Gélinas; as well as several notable members of Montreal business community, including Mr Guy Savard, from Merryl Lynch Canada, and Mr Jean Rizzuto, from Gestion Beaurivage.
The evening in pictures : 2008 Edition
The 2007 Edition
An Evening of Unsurpassed Dedication and Commitment
On June 14, 2008, the Alzheimer Society of Montréal welcomed over 500 guests at its fourteenth annual edition of its ball, held at the Windsor Station’s Hall of Lost Steps (Salle des pas perdus). Co-presided by Dr. Francesco Bellini, President and CEO of Neurochem, and Mr. André Desmarais, President and co-CEO of Power Corporation, the gala raised the amazing sum of one million dollars net. The amount of $500 000 was awarded to the Alzheimer Society of Montréal, while the balance was divided amongst the Alzheimer Societies of Laval and the South Shore.
During this unforgettable evening, it is the dedication and commitment of Montreal’s business and artistic communities that stood out. In fact, this particular edition marked a new beginning for the Alzheimer Society of Montréal, enabling it to achieve a greater level of confidence as it continues to pursue its greatest dreams…
The evening in pictures: 2007 Edition |
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