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Face the World Foundation’s 25th Silver Anniversary Gala Photos

The city's and country's most prominent business and community leaders help raise 1.5 million dollars for local charities

By Janine Verreault /

Credit: Face the World/Paul Duchart

Face the World Foundation raises $1.5 million for charity at the 25th Silver Anniversary Gala

On Saturday, June 13, local philanthropist and Army and Navy President, Jacqui Cohen (pictured above with Rob Menard), hosted the Face the World Foundation’s 25th Silver Anniversary Gala at her beautiful waterfront home.

The city’s and country’s most prominent business and community leaders were all in attendance and the event raised $1.5 million for charities throughout the Lower Mainland, with particular focus on charities that support abused women and children, the elderly and the homeless.

The night was a glamourous affair with a live auction that included art, travel as well as a BMW up for grabs, and entertainment by New York’s beloved drag performer MILK.

“It was a profound evening on many levels and I am very grateful for the support of sponsors, suppliers and all of my guests who I hold so dear,” said Cohen. “Because of everyone’s efforts and unwaivering commitment, the Foundation is able to make a true difference in the community.”

Click through to see photos of the event.



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Mike Killeen, CTV News Anchor and Fiona Forbes, Host of “Fiona Forbes” on Shaw TV



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Oleg Minchenko and Aya Primbetova, De Beers Diamond Jewellers Canada



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Devina and Paul Zalesky, AllWest Insurance



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Sheila Shaari and Sarah Creedon, Christian Dior



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Michael Chase from The BMW Store and his wife, Angela Chase



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Kevin Chase, Kore Salon and Christie King, Board Member, Face the World



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Vicki Gabereau, Broadcasting Hall of Famer and Filmmaker, Tom Rowe



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MILK, New York Drag Performer



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Marlene Cohen, Jacqui’s Mother, with Legendary Restaurateur, Umberto Menghi



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(L-R) Mike Bonner, Senior VP, BC & Yukon of presenting sponsor BMO Bank of Montreal; Nancy Segal; Liz Zlotnik; Jacqui Cohen; Actor David Cubitt and wife, Julia Molnar, Isola Bella Kids Boutique



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Dennis Wasylenko and Simon Cooksley of Simon Cooksley Event Design, responsible for the evening’s decor



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Jacqui Cohen and Fashion Designer, Feizal Virani