CampOut 2014, a UBC initiative supporting queer, trans and allied youth in B.C., is celebrating its fifth year. With a mission to “create an empowering camping experience by providing practical, social, spiritual, educational, health and leadership tools in an inspiring and welcoming space”, the program invites young people aged 14 – 21 from all over the province to meet like-minded individuals and enjoy a safe and fun outdoor environment. Yesterday, at the palatial home of West Vancouver’s Heidi and Richard Coglon, invited guests took part in a special fundraising event. Hosted by Louise Cowin, VP of Students, and Dean of Education Blye Frank, the evening also included a keynote speech by special guest and author Amber Dawn.
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01 – Guest speaker Amber Dawn chats with CampOUT director Anna White.
02 – Sandra Girard, manager board relations UBC alumni, welcomes invited guests with alumni relations coordinator Karolin Konnings.
03 – Tiffany and Co’s Rob Ferguson, left, and Dean of Education Blye Frank add their support.
04 – Adding a little family support are siblings Buster, left, Eleu and Michael Kruse.
05 – Looking beautiful in designer navy blue, Heidi Coglon generously hosts the event in her stunning West Vancouver home.
06 – Socializing during the reception are guests Joel Smith, left, Darcy Griener and host Richard Coglon.
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By Catherine Barr – May 13, 2014
Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper
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By Catherine Barr
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Late Night funny man Jay Leno was the headliner last week at Brian Jessel’s 5th Annual Cabriolet Charity Gala. The $500 VIP ticket event was held at the dealership which was transformed into a glittering lounge complete with live music and fabulous food and beverage provided by some of Vancouver’s finest restaurants. Proceeds from the night go to support the Canucks Autism Network, ArtsUmbrella and the VGH and UBC Hospital Foundation. Live and silent auction items galore helped raise funds, but no more so than the grand finale item – four tickets to the Tonight Show and a private tour of Jay’s own personal car collection.
It was time for cocktails, cars and catwalks at the 4th Annual Brian Jessel BMW Cabriolet Charity Fashion Gala. Benefitting BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre Foundation and the VGH & UBC Hospital for prostate research, the evening featured fashions by Hugo Boss and Harry Rosen as well as a fabulous martini / wine bar, four-star food by some of Vancouver’s top restaurants and more beautiful accessories than you can imagine. Va Va Vroom!