Tuesday night, the Explorica staff joined the Vimy Foundation and a number of Canadian philanthropists for the 2013 Inaugural Vimy Foundation Gala Dinner.
The fundraising event served to kick off the countdown to Vimy 2017 and gather contributions for the new Vimy Ridge education centre. The Foundation’s primary goal is to remind us all of Canada’s contributions during World War I, and the evening’s speakers and festivities accomplished just that in a night of both solemn reflection and laughter.
Gen. Rick Hillier and Dan Kellerd, President of Explorica Ca.
Speakers included General Rick Hillier, former Chief of the Defence Staff for Canadian Forces, former Premier Mike Harris, and a number of veterans and officials present to demonstrate their pride in Canada’s historical war efforts.
Also speaking was one high school student, Rushad Bharda, who discussed his eye-opening experience visiting Vimy Ridge on a student tour.
We were honored to support this philanthropic organization by attending, and are excited for the completion of the Vimy Ridge education centre and the 100th anniversary in 2017.
About the Vimy Foundation
Founded in 2005, the Vimy Foundation is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting Canada’s World War I legacy. Amongst other philanthropic pursuits, the Foundation raises funding for and hosts events to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, promote Canadian war history awareness, and develop educational initiatives for students.
Remember Vimy Ridge with Explorica
We offer a number of tours to commemorate the heroic efforts of Canadian soldiers, at Vimy Ridge and other significant war history landmarks. Join us in Vimy Ridge, Normandy, Ottawa, London or Ortona to trace the contributions of the Canadian forces during the first and second World Wars.