Media Release: HOPE in Heels… A Fashion Gala!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ANNOUNCING….OUR INAUGURAL FUNDRAISER…HOPE in Heels… A Fashion Gala!

WILL YOU JOIN US IN THIS HISTORY MAKING MOMENT?

Southeast Cancer Support Services is excited to announce their first official fundraising event will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2025 featuring a gala night filled runway of spring fashions and accessories presented by local area merchants. A highlighted feature will showcase some amazing private designer shoe collections, while guests are encouraged to deck out in their favorite heels/shoes for the themed event. Nearly 300 guests will enjoy a delicious culinary delights reception, beautiful wines, live entertainment, lovely bling, amazing auction prizes, fun door prizes, and will be ‘wowed’ by an array of creative fashions – ending with a delectable dessert finale!

Also featured will be our many Cancer survivors from within the southeast region, patients in current treatment, caregivers (in honor of their loved ones), volunteers, corporate supporters and medical staff who will walk the runway. They will share their story as they walk, warming many hearts and inspiring everyone in the house.

There are makeup artists, clothing designers, hairstylists, narrators, jewelers, graphic designers and lighting/sound technicians coming together to form a creative production team. Everyone who participates donates their time, talents and resources to this worthy cause.

SCSS is thrilled to announce our inaugural event will be the first event to be hosted in the new Southeast Events Centre!

Tickets go on sale February 20 @10 am at www.secancersupport.ca or call 204-326-8571 to order by phone. Limited seats available.

“It will be an epic experience for everyone,” says Cindi Rempel Patrick, Executive Director, “from our humble beginnings 8 months ago having conversations on how to support cancer patients and their families in all corners of the southeast, we are in full service today, connecting cancer patients, survivors, medical staff, corporate sponsors, volunteers and community to provide HOPE. There is no greater feeling of inspiration than that. Everyone gets to play a role to support a great cause, as cancer resonates within all our families, colleagues and employees.”

The funds raised will be used to support our transportation program for patients from the 88 communities across southern Manitoba – driving them to their treatments, assist with parking fees and other incidentals that are not covered through the medical system. It also allows us to run support groups, wellness programs, offer head coverings, and assist with palliative resources to name just a few. Cancer patients encounter many needs and this money goes directly into the pockets of patients/families to support them on this very challenging journey. It truly makes a positive difference!

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Contact:
Cindi Rempel Patrick,
204-326-8571 Platinum Hope Title Sponsor

Thanks to: Emma Boulanger, Realtor, Coldwell Banker
Platinum Hope Title Sponsor