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Brooks: Christmas comes early for kids and families in need

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Hundreds of disadvantaged children and their families enjoyed the true meaning of Christmas Nov. 30 by attending Theatre Calgary’s A Christmas Carol. The iconic Dickens’ classic reminds us all that the spirit of generosity and kindness should never be forgotten.

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The special benefit performance raised funds for three invaluable organizations as well — Project Warmth Society of Alberta, Alberta Champions Society in Recognition of Community Enrichment, and Operation Kickstart Society of Alberta.

Gala chair and board chair of the three charities, Gordon Hoffman welcomed guests and thanked the scores of donors and sponsors for their support. Other highlights included terrific silent auction items and mounds of free candy and Christmas goodies. The evening would not have been possible were it not for the tireless efforts of Hoffman and his wife Eva as well as support from Diane and Ben Docktor, Platinum Grover Int. Inc., Aurora Construction Group, Fidelis Management, Hoffman Dorchik, Strategic Group and Renoir Management, to name but a few.

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Dignitaries in attendance this night included: MPs Bob Benzen, Ron Liepert, Stephanie Kusie and Glen Weber; MLAs Mike Ellis and Richard Gotfried; Councillors Peter Demong, Shane Keating, Jim Stevenson and Gian-Carlo Carra; Chief Roy Whitney; For the Love of Children Society chair Ashid Bahl; Owen Hart Foundation chair Martha Hart; Backdoor Doorway chair Marilyn Dyck; J. J. Hoffman; Cantor Russell Jayne; Foothills Academy’s Simon Williams and Karen McMillan; City of Calgary Fire Department Deputy Chief Joe Zatylny; Renoir Management’s Tim and Cindy Down; and others pictured.

Theatre Calgary’s special performance of A Christmas Carol in support of three not-for-profits was the most successful fundraising event in history for these charitable organizations. Such success would not be possible were it not for the generosity of myriad sponsors. Pictured are major donors Tim and Cindy Down.
Theatre Calgary’s special performance of A Christmas Carol in support of three not-for-profits was the most successful fundraising event in history for these charitable organizations. Such success would not be possible were it not for the generosity of myriad sponsors. Pictured are major donors Tim and Cindy Down. Photo by Shelland Photography /Shelland Photography
Jerome’s Andrew Clelland and TransAlta’s Mary Beth Eckersley were among the guests at Theatre Calgary’s special performance of A Christmas Carol.
Jerome’s Andrew Clelland and TransAlta’s Mary Beth Eckersley were among the guests at Theatre Calgary’s special performance of A Christmas Carol. Photo by Shelland Photography /Shelland Photography
Invaluable supporters Tim Down (left) and Bernard Callebaut.
Invaluable supporters Tim Down (left) and Bernard Callebaut. Photo by Shelland Photography /Shelland Photography
Hundreds of less fortunate Calgarians attended Theatre Calgary’s special performance of A Christmas Carol. Treats galore were given to the kids this night.
Hundreds of less fortunate Calgarians attended Theatre Calgary’s special performance of A Christmas Carol. Treats galore were given to the kids this night. Photo by Shelland Photography /Shelland Photography
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