2019 Opening Doors for Autism Gala - Thank you!

It's hard to believe, but it's been 25 years since the first #OpeningDoorsforAutism Gala! A huge thank you to everyone who came to, or otherwise supported, this exceptional event!
This evening would not have been possible without our generous sponsors, including our Title Sponsor Cameron Corporation.
We are excited to announce that the Opening Doors for Autism Gala raised a record-breaking $682,583! All proceeds from the Gala benefit Autism Edmonton's mission of enhancing the lives of people on the autism spectrum.
We have a number of long-standing supporters that have been offering their financial support and volunteering their time and expertise for a long time, for which we are incredibly grateful! In particular, we would like to say a big thank you to the Gala Planning Committee for making the Gala a success!
Attended by 600 guests, it was an overall extraordinary event and further proof that we are surrounded by a genuinely supportive community. It featured an elegant social atmosphere with live music and entertainment, gourmet dinner, as well as a raffle, live, silent, and art auctions. Our auctions included 300+ items, including exciting and unique experiences, artwork, and vacations donated by generous individuals and groups in support of the event.
Our heartfelt congratulations go to Tina Naqvi-Rota, the recipient of the 2019 Gino Ferri Community Builder Award, and Deborah Barrett and David Jardine, the recipients of the 2019 Opening Doors for Autism Award.Your dedication and commitment are more precious than can be measured.
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Special thank you to our guest speaker - Brune Sinneave - who is a huge supporter and advocate for our Society. Our work is possible because people like you care about the future of our community!
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Autism Edmonton – The Village
Special Occasio Art Project for the Gala
We look forward to seeing you at our next Gala in 2021! Let’s continue working together to ensure everyone in the autism community has the resources they need to live their best life!
Could not attend the Gala? Consider donating what you would have spent on tickets toward the event. 100% of your donation will benefit Autism Edmonton! To give make an online donation, please click here.
Contact us today!
Email: gala2019@autismedmonton.org

Past Events
Opening Doors for Autism Gala and Auction 2017

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Nearly $550,000 raised at the 2015 "Opening Doors for Autism" Gala!