Spring is in air and so is excitement about the 2022 Bishop’s Gala!
The gala will take place on May 26. It will be an online event again, but this year, the fun will start earlier when the Bishop’s Gala silent auction opens on April 22 and runs until May 8. Look for many treasures including gift baskets, artwork and jewellery, and get ready to bid.
This year’s beneficiary is the Inuuqatigiit Community Centre for Inuit, Children, Youth and Families. The centre is a multi-service Inuit organization that provides cultural, educational, recreational and social support services to children, youth and families of Ottawa’s growing Inuit community. The centre serves as a major hub for early years and youth services for Inuit families in Ottawa.
The city is home to the largest Inuit population outside of Nunavut, and we’re so excited that the auction and gala will raise funds to help support the Inuit community here,” said Jane Scanlon, director of stewardship and communications for the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa.
The Gala itself will follow on the success of last year’s event with live music and entertainment from across the diocese. You can watch the show online without a ticket, or you can purchase a ticket to receive a swag bag filled with gourmet treats and gifts to enjoy with the show. Ticket prices range from $80 to $170, and are available at this link: https://bishopsgala2022.eventbrite.ca
Watch for more details about the gala, auction and the Inuuqatigiit Community Centre in the next issue of Crosstalk.
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