Cocktails at 5:00pm, buffet dinner at 6:00pm
Live auction courtesy of Michener Allen Auctioneering Ltd
Silent auction
Emcee Daintre Christensen (Global Morning News)
Harpist Terry McDade
Live musical performance by Ellen Doty
Live painting by local artist Lorraine Shulba
Short film featuring the stories of two different families
Interactive memorial tribute art
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DAINTRE CHRISTENSEN
Daintre Christensen, traffic anchor and co-host for Global News Morning, will emcee the Starry Night Gala.
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TERRY MCDADE
Local harpist Terry Mcdade will bring his musical talents to the Starry Night Gala during cocktail hour and dessert.
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ELLEN DOTY
Canadian singer-songwriter Ellen Doty will perform live musical entertainment with guitarist Brett Hansen.
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LORRAINE SHULBA
Local artist Lorraine Shulba will live-paint a beautiful masterpiece at the gala to be won by the highest bidder.
2025 Gala Sponsors
This event truly would not be possible without the generosity and partnership of our sponsors. We are so grateful for the ongoing support of the following organizations and individuals.
AURORA SPONSORS ($10,000+)
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THE SEDENS FAMILY
Teddy Bear Table Sponsor
LUNA SPONSORS ($5,000-$9,999)
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INSIGHT MEDICAL IMAGING
Venue Sponsor
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MILESTONES DIAGNOSTICS
Memorial Tribute Art Sponsor
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BENNU PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Honouring Oliver Cruz Cameron
NOVA SPONSORS ($2,500-$4,999)
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PACIFIC CENTRE FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE
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NORTH STAR CARDIOLOGY CLINIC
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ALBERTA BLUE CROSS
Dessert Sponsor
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PINE INTEGRATED HEALTH CENTRE
Candy Bar Sponsor
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SHERWOOD PARK SPORT AND SPINE
Wine Sponsor
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SHOPPERS DRUG MART
Guest Gift Sponsor
STELLA SPONSORS ($1,000-$2,499)
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ANONYMOUS
Honouring Matthew, Jonathan, and Joshua
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CYNTHIA PRIEST PHOTOGRAPHY
Event Photography Sponsor
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SLEEMAN BREWERIES
Beer Sponsor
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OLD SAW STUDIO
Feature Film Sponsor
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MICHENER ALLEN AUCTIONEERING
Live Auction Sponsor
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KINGSTON ROSS PASNAK LLP
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SOUTH FORT CHEVROLET
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SHIDDY'S DISTILLING
Liquor Sponsor
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GLENWOOD MEMORIAL GARDENS
FAQs
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This year, we hope to raise $50,000 to benefit local programs supporting families journeying through pregnancy and infant loss.
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Tiny Footprints is 100% volunteer-run. We do not have any paid members, including our board of directors. After we cover our costs (cost of the gala, website fees, other administrative costs), all profits are directed to fund initiatives and programs that support grieving families.
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This is a “black tie optional” event! This is not a black tie event, meaning that black tie attire (tuxedos, floor length gowns, etc) is welcome but not required. Guests can feel free to dress in business formal attire, cocktail attire, or whatever they feel most comfortable in.
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Please let us know your accessibility needs. The venue offers wheelchair accessible parking and a wheelchair-friendly single-occupancy washroom.
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This event is for 18+ only, due to requirements from AGLC. Thank you for understanding. Babes in arms are welcome.