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National Post - The Social-List - November 2007 Weekend Post - City Life - November 2007
2006 LOM/MS Gala  Loewen, Ondaatje, McCutcheon played host to Bay Street’s biggest bash on October 19th, 2006 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto. The 13th annual LOM Gala and Auction to benefit Multiple Sclerosis was a tremendous success, raising more than $320,000 towards a cure for this debilitating disease. The party kicked off swinging with the sultry sound of the Anita Rossi Band, as guests of this spectacular charitable event enjoyed a sumptuous meal prepared by Executive Chef, Lynn Crawford. “Bay Street-opoly” was the theme with an oversized board game and giant dice set up in the Regency ballroom. Some 400 guests decked out in tuxedos and gowns played to win with their exotic cars racing around the board. Hailed as “Bay Street’s Party of the Year”, this annual event continues to commemorate the life and times of Bruce Grinton, an LOM trader whose battle with MS ended too shortly some 7 years ago. Today, thanks to the generous support of corporations and small businesses alike, the cause lives on through product donation and prizes for our silent and live auctions. Some of the big-ticket auction items were: a 12-bottle case of Château d’Armailhac 1990, a Harry Rosen designer ready-to-wear suit by Canali, Hermès men’s and ladies’ watches and a gourmet BBQ party for 50. One could “Take-a-Chance” for $25, $50, $100 or $150 to win prizes worth up to $500. These included gift certificates to fabulous restaurants, dazzling jewelry, relaxing spa days and much, much more. Guest speakers for the evening included: Dr. Paul O'Connor (Director of the MS Clinic and Chief of the Division of Neurology at St. Michael's Hospital), and Dr. Brenda Banwell (Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Clinic, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto). Mr. Duncan McLean of Waddington's Auctioneers/ Appraisers was the Auctioneer for the lightning quick bidding round. As always, this gala would not be possible without the generous support of:
Cheers to thirteen inspiring years and special thanks to all who greatly contributed to this event and made it a success!  Loewen, Ondaatje, McCutcheon played host to Bay Street’s biggest bash on October 20, 2005 at the Four Season Hotel in Toronto. The 12th annual LOM Gala and Auction to benefit Multiple Sclerosis was a tremendous success, raising more than $271,000 towards a cure for this debilitating disease. The party kicked off swinging with the sultry sound of the Anita Rossi Band, as guests of this spectacular charitable event enjoyed a sumptuous meal prepared by Executive Chef, Lynn Crawford. In keeping with this year’s theme of astrology and the 12 signs of the zodiac, the Regency ballroom was filled with palm readers and psychics, predicting great things to come for the 400 guests decked out in tuxedos and gowns. Hailed as “Bay Street’s Party of the Year”, this annual event continues to commemorate the life and times of Bruce Grinton, an LOM trader whose battle with MS ended too shortly some 10 years ago. Today, thanks to the generous support of corporations and small businesses alike, the cause lives on through product donation and prizes for our silent and live auction. Some of the big-ticket auction items were: a pair of Westjet airline tickets, a made-to-measure Zegna suit from Harry Rosen, a Hermès sterling silver necklace and a gourmet BBQ party for 50. The grand prizes for this year’s Business Card Draw were getaway tickets for two to any scheduled Air Canada destination. Guest speakers for the evening included: Dr. Paul O'Connor(Director of the MS Clinic and Chief of the Division of Neurology at St. Michael's Hospital), and Dr. Brenda Banwell (Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Clinic, The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto). Mr. Duncan McLean of Waddington's Auctioneers/ Appraiserswas the Auctioneer for the lightning quick bidding round. Despite all the excitement, the highlight of the evening was when the corporate community came together to meet the challenge made by Garrett Herman, LOM’s Chairman & CEO, who pledged to donate $5,000 and invited others to do the same as they came on stage. Not only was there a line-up for the microphone, six other firms raised the ante and pledged an additional $5,000 for the cause. Companies and individuals who contributed to the challenge were:
Cheers to twelve inspiring years and special thanks to all who greatly contributed to this event and made it a success! To View the 11th Annual LOM Gala and Auction Article in the National Post by Amoryn Engel (November 2004) Click here To View the 9th Annual LOM Gala and Auction Article in the National Post by Trisha Hickey (March 2003) Click here To View the 8th Annual LOM gala for MS Article in the National Post by Trisha Hickey on Saturday, November 24, 2001 Click here
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