There is something about September that brings a sense of renewal. Maybe it’s those memories of going back to school – or, if you have kids, sending them off again. Maybe it’s getting back into focus after a nice summer break. Whatever it is, many of us are feeling more revitalized this September than ever as life shifts back to something closer to normal.
At the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, normal means a return to our regular events schedule. Two major events in particular that really bring it home are the Ascend Fundraising Solutions Bachelors for Hope Charity Auction and the Tbaytel Luncheon of Hope. These perennial favourites have both been community highlight events for over 20 years now.
The Bachelors evening, which celebrated its 24th event last night at the Victoria Inn Hotel and Conference Centre, had an interesting twist this year. The theme was Reunion. Of course, it was the first time everyone got together for this live event since 2019. But this All-Star event was a reunion of sorts for the bachelors too. All eight have participated in past events and came back again for the 2022 edition.
As usual, each bachelor was paired with a Luxury Date Package for this high-energy auction during an elegant evening featuring a gourmet dinner, entertainment, and the ever-popular Bling Blitz. It was so nice to see a packed house once again!
The Victoria Inn will also host the Tbaytel Luncheon of Hope on October 6, 2022. Like the Bachelors evening, it is one of those events that women look forward to all year round. So far, it has raised over $500,000 for local cancer care. This year’s speaker is local entrepreneur Lisa Vescio with her own message of Hope. Find out more information and buy tickets at: www.healthsciencesfoundation.ca/luncheon
If you are not able to attend these popular events this year, you can still make a donation to the Northern Cancer Fund. Your generous gift will go towards local cancer care including equipment, treatments and research to ensure all cancer patients have the care they need, right here in Northwestern Ontario. Thank you!
