BGC Ottawa

They say it takes a village… well, the saying is true my friends.

Without the support of our incredible Event Partners, including Event Design Group Inc, Avant-Garde Designs, Operativ, The Thirst Responder - Mobile Bar and many more, we couldn’t bring you the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée .

These superb local businesses and organizations put a lot of hard work and effort into the event to ensure our guests had a wonderful experience. Thank you for going above and beyond!

Mark your calendars! 📅

Cineplex Community Day is on Sept. 14. Enjoy a morning of FREE movies, discounted concessions and more! 🍿🎥

Plus, $1 from every concession order and Xscape play card purchase all day long helps BGC Canada to create opportunities for 150,000 children and youth across Canada. See you there!

From the moment you walked through the gates until you said your final goodbyes, our Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala Entertainment Partners kept you entertained. Their remarkable, even magical, talent was enough to impress even the toughest critics.

A round of applause and a heartfelt thank you to Ryan Labelle from Goodvibe Mobile Entertainment, Stephanie Anne Illustration, Ornaigh, Bao Magic Productions and ONQ LIVE for the incredible musical duo.

“You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So ... get on your way! Oh, the places you’ll go!” — Dr. Seuss

For most young people in Ottawa, today marked the first day of a new school year. We hope you had a blast and made some new friends.

What an incredible night!

Our Seaside Soirée was a truly unique blend of relaxation, fine dining and joyful company.

Words truly cannot express how grateful we are to every guest, sponsor, partner, staff member and volunteer who made this night possible. Together, we raised more than $630,000 for the Club’s barrier-free, life-changing programs and critical services. Thank you! 🙏

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We are bursting with excitement and can’t wait to welcome our guests to the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée ! 😁

Here’s a sneak peek from BGC Ottawa’s Great Lawn… there’s so much more to share, but we want it to keep it a SURPRISE.

🥂 to a GREAT evening!

Are you ready to GET YOUR GALA ON?

The BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala presented by is finally here! We can’t wait to welcome our guests to the fundraising event of the summer.

Are you joining us tomorrow night for the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée ?

Plan a safe ride home with Responsible Choice who will be on site to take you and your car home.

Make a reservation now: https://responsiblechoice.ca/reservation/

We promised cocktails that taste like paradise, and The Thirst Responder - Mobile Bar is going to help us deliver!

A special thanks to our Beverage Partners who have added a special touch to the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée with spirits, wine, beer and non-alcoholic options, too.

We’ve had a fun-filled summer, but all good things much come to an end.

A friendly reminder that all Clubhouses are closed until Sept. 16. Fall programming schedules will be available soon.

💻🏀 We wish all Members good luck as they head back to the classroom for another successful school year! 📲🔬

The Mark Motors Group holds an important place in our ❤️.

As the Presenting Sponsor of the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala, they have a tremendous impact in our community and Clubhouses. Thank you for your continued support and commitment to BGC Ottawa! 🙏

A message from Liza Mrak, Executive Vice President, Co-Owner, Mark Motors Group:

“We are grateful for what BGC Ottawa delivers to our community, by taking care of youth in neighbourhoods that need it the most, providing them with a safe place to make friends, learn and allow them to simply be kids. When you walk into the Club, you feel the positive energy that wraps around you and makes you want to smile. This is a credit to the hard-working staff and volunteers. The Mark Motors Group is proud to support BGCO.”



Audi Ottawa
Audi West Ottawa
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Mark Motors Porsche
Jaguar Hunt Club
Land Rover Hunt Club
Maserati Ottawa
Alfa Romeo Ottawa

Settle in for a Saturday morning sweet read! ☕

Our BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée Sponsors truly care about the Club, our Members and the community. Together, we play an important role in the city, and have formed a great partnership… and even better friendship. Thank you for your kindness and continued to support! 🙏

Sponsor testimonials: www.bgcottawa.org/events/glamping-gala


La Vie Executive Health Centre
RBC
CHEZ 106
Cardel Homes Ottawa
HostedBizz Inc
Soloway Wright LLP
amanda julia events

🏀It’s Championship Weekend!🏀

Who will be crowned the Sports & Leadership League summer basketball champs? Head to Carleton University to find out. Games begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, with finals starting at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday.

View schedule: https://ow.ly/Xc6S50T5aP4

Thoughtful planning… creative design. 🌟

For the past two years, amanda julia events has brought the BGC Ottawa Glamping Gala to life with a creative theme and incredible décor. Their team has also introduced us to some great partners to entertain guests, mix cocktails and so much more. They bring a personal touch and fun to every aspect of the event.

Thank you, Amanda, for everything you do for BGC Ottawa! We are thrilled to have you by our side. You are a big part of the BGC Ottawa Family! 🙏

Here's a message from Amanda Ruddy, AJE’s planner and designer extraordinaire:
“Working with BGC Ottawa over the past couple of years on their Glamping Gala and Morning Social events has been a highlight in our calendar! This organization plays such a crucial role in our city, and we are truly honoured to be part of the team bringing these incredibly important fundraising events to life. BGC Ottawa brings an unparalleled level of joy, enthusiasm and opportunity to children all over the city, and we are so happy to support this organization in any way we can!”

We can feel the excitement building!

The BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala presented by is just 1 week from today… a SOLD OUT event in support of thousands of children and youth throughout the city.

Thank you to our incredible sponsors, partners and everyone who bought a ticket. We can’t wait to see you on Aug. 29!

Need a good reason to wake up early tomorrow morning? 🌞 We have one!

BGC Ottawa's Chief Executive Officer, Adam Joiner, will be joining the KiSS 105.3 morning show to give you the inside scoop on the Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala.

Tune in! 📻

Just like BGC Ottawa, our friends at RBC believe that when we invest in our youth, great things happen! Together, we form an incredible partnership, and we are grateful to have RBC as a Captain’s Bridge Sponsor of the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala.

Here’s a message from Daniel Thiruganaratnapathy – VP, Business Financial Services

“Organizations like BGC Ottawa play such an important role in supporting children and youth in our community. They provide opportunities and resources so they can develop skills, confidence and resilience to help them thrive in the future. This benefits all of us by making our communities healthier and stronger, too. At RBC, we believe that when we invest in our youth, great things happen.”

Is there a young person in your life looking to enter the workforce?

Help them prepare for their employment journey by signing up for MyBGC.com! 🌟

Skilled for Success is a FREE self-paced online program that will help your youth learn about the world of work, and how to apply for and secure their first job!

👉 Sign up here for MyBGC.com: https://mybgc.com/programs/youth

Mouthwatering Monday… or at least that’s what it is around here!

In 10 days, our Hospitality Partners will be impressing all our guests with their delicious eats.

From an Oyster Bar to an incredible Charcuterie Spread to Seared Cod in Mango Coconut Sauce to Cacio e Pepe, there will be something to tantalize everyone’s taste buds.

Are you ready for a nautical night under the stars?

Did you know…

Over the past year, the Neighbourhood Ambassador Program has grown significantly?

It now serves 31 neighbourhoods, hosted 69 events in 2023, had 16,285 interactions with children and youth in our community, and so much more!

Learn more about the program here: www.bgcottawa.org/community-services/neighbourhood-ambassador-program

Two Daytime Ottawa segments worth watching (again)!

Adam Vettorel, Executive Chef and Co-Owner of North & Navy, previews the ’s food and beverage offerings, while Daniella Granzotto, Volunteer Committee Member, and CEO Adam Joiner share what guests can expect when they join us on Aug. 29.

👉 https://ow.ly/Hj3b50SYHvk

We are thrilled to call LaVie Health a partner of the BGC Ottawa Seaside Soirée Glamping Gala.

Their personalized approach to care and wellness enhances one’s quality of life, by focusing on the unique needs of each patient to help them achieve and maintain optimal health care.

We truly appreciate their support, and for helping young people in Ottawa have access to life-changing opportunities at BGCO!

A message from Reham Sannoufi, CEO of La Vie Executive Health Centre:

“We at La Vie Executive Health Centre are deeply honoured to support BGC Ottawa and its vital mission to provide children and youth with a safe and nurturing environment. The dedication of BGC Ottawa to creating a space where young people can grow, learn and thrive aligns perfectly with our commitment to fostering well-being and health in our community.

Walking into the Club, one can feel the uplifting energy and the spirit of possibility that BGC Ottawa offers. We are proud to be a part of this incredible initiative and to help empower the next generation to reach their full potential.”

Is there a young person in your life looking to enter the workforce?

Help them prepare for their employment journey by signing up for MyBGC.com! 🌟

This Way ONward is a FREE self-paced online program that covers 5 pillars:
✅ Pre-Employment Fundamentals
✅ Job Applications
✅ Resumes and Cover Letters
✅ Interviewing
✅ While On the Job

👉 Sign up here for MyBGC.com: https://mybgc.com/programs/youth

On International Youth Day, we celebrate the passion, creativity, potential and capacity that young people have for their communities and for making the 🌎 a better place.

This year’s theme, “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,” is an opportunity to acknowledge the ways technology can help address the challenges in our world today, and how young people are at the forefront of matching technological solutions with pressing problems.

How are you celebrating ? 💻

BGC Ottawa brings technology into our Clubhouses with Linked>, an after-school program that focuses on STEM activities teaching youth the foundations of computational thinking and digital skills development.

Learn more about Linked> 👉: www.bgcottawa.org/programs/linked

On International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we celebrate the cultures, traditions and resilience of Indigenous Peoples in 🇨🇦 and around the 🌍.

Did you know there are an estimated 476 million Indigenous Peoples in the world living across 90 countries? 🤔

Or that they speak an overwhelming majority of the world’s estimated 7,000 languages and represent 5,000 different cultures? 😯

To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/jHln50SUIim.

It was the puurrrfect morning at our Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse on Tuesday, thanks to our pal Sparty!

From a morning workout to the Spartacat Relay to autographs, there were plenty of smiles to go around at Ottawa Senators Summer Day Camps powered by .

Thanks for the good times, Sparty!