The IIBEC Southern Ontario Chapter hosted its Annual Christmas Luncheon on December 12th at Bellue Manor in Vaughan, Ontario.
The event started with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails as 200 guests registered and socialized.
Lunch was served as Blair Gamracy, Chapter President, introduced the Chapter’s new Board of Directors:
Adam Thompson
Ben Kraemer
Blaine Braun
Blair Gamracy
Brandon Gemme
Denis Theriault
Jake Skinner
Jamie Slipp
John Mills
Jordon Swail
Kevin Ferreira
Lora Bourck
Meagan Kikuta
Shawn Irani
Stefano Ierullo
Stephanie Robinson
Meagan Kikuta, Lora Bourck, and John Mills provided an update on the membership and about the great things that have been going on locally and a thank you to all our sponsors.
Jennifer Hogan praised the local chapter for the BES+ after party and reminded everyone to sign up for the Live in 25 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show March 6th to 9th, in Orlando Florida. Stephanie Robinson praised collaboration between chapters and also called out for volunteers IIBEC international.
Lora thanked members, welcomed president of Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, and introduced Sara Elizabeth Center. This year, the IIBEC Southern Ontario Chapter proudly supported the Blue Veil Charity-Sara Elizabeth Center, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with special needs, through art, skill development, and peer inclusivity. The 50/50 raffle raised $860 and the winner donated their winnings back to SEC.
Adding a lively touch to the luncheon, violinist G. Pinto performed many hits with a dynamic performance, and a great Elvis impersonation. Wrapping up the day, Blair Gamracy and John Mills announced raffle winners, ending the event on an exciting note as prizes were distributed among the lucky recipients.
A big thank you to our generous sponsors!
Wine Sponsors:
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MJ Building Envelope Solutions
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Polyglass
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Situra Inc.
Entertainment Sponsors:
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HB Consultants
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Tremco Roofing & Building Maintenance
Cocktail Sponsor:
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Acores Roofing
Hors D’Ouevres Sponsors:
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Artistic Skylight Domes
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Architectural Specialty Resource, Inc.
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Fishburn Sheridan and Associates
Table Centrepiece Sponsors
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Millenium
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Soprema
Thank you to our Corporate Strategic Partner Sponsor! Triumph Group of Companies
Upcoming Events:
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January 31st – Annual General Meeting and Seminars at Thornhill Curling Club
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February 6th – Diversity and Inclusion Building Science Forum at the Design Exchange downtown Toronto.
