{"id":555,"date":"2025-10-16T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fondationduchum.com\/?p=555"},"modified":"2025-10-29T14:35:55","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T18:35:55","slug":"dressed-to-give-an-elegant-charity-benefit-full-of-hope-for-a-better-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fondationduchum.com\/en\/news\/dressed-to-give-an-elegant-charity-benefit-full-of-hope-for-a-better-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Dressed to Give: An elegant charity benefit full of hope for a better future"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On October 9, 2025, the lavish Tudor Hall at Holt Renfrew Ogilvy<\/a><\/strong> was transformed into a site of celebration and caring for the first ever Dressed to Give<\/strong><\/a>, a charity benefit on behalf of the CHUM Foundation<\/a>\u2018s Guy Lafleur Fund<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The unique charm of Tudor Hall, with its high ceilings, refined mouldings, majestic chandeliers and prestigious and warm decor, made it perfect for hosting such an elegant evening of generosity. 150 attendees came together <\/strong>for an intimate, cozy evening combining fashion and philanthropy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organized by the Guy Lafleur Fund\u2019s ambassadors (Martin Lafleur, Angelica Viapiano, Guy Carbonneau, Line Boivin, Dary Laflamme and Marl\u00e8ne Castonguay) <\/strong>this event kicked off the Fund\u2019s ambitious initiative to raise 10 million dollars <\/strong>to advance cancer research<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Their hard work paid off\u2014helping raise $271,000 <\/strong>to support the CHUM\u2019s personalized medicine program in oncology<\/strong>, which tailors cancer treatments to each patient\u2019s unique needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A heartfelt thank you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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“The CHUM Foundation is fortunate to have such exceptional ambassadors, who have from the very start put their hearts and souls into bringing the Guy Lafleur Fund to life. They’ve made their vision a reality, driving research and helping build a healthier future.”\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pascale Bouchard, President and Chief Executive Officer of the CHUM Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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“Seeing our community step up and mobilize for a cause that is so near and dear to us was immensely touching. The event showed that Guy Lafleur’s memory and values continue to inspire and bring people together.”\u00a0<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ambassadors of the Guy Lafleur Fund<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A moving and inspiring evening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Dressed to Give <\/em>benefit was hosted by Michel Lacroix<\/strong> and featured an exclusive fashion show of Holt Renfrew Ogilvy\u2019s fall\/winter trends. Guy Carbonneau, Virginie Coossa, Dr. Antoine Desilets<\/strong> (head of the Fund-supported project), V\u00e9ronique Black, Pascale Bourbeau<\/strong> and Angelica Viapiano<\/strong> were all tremendous sports, strutting their stuff on the runway as model for a day. An exclusive auction, featuring a generous contribution from Laurent Duvernay-Tardif<\/strong>, rounded out the event. Attendees were also moved by the presence of Lise Lafleur<\/strong>, wife of the legendary Guy Lafleur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Guy Lafleur Fund <\/strong>is continuing to keep alive the legacy of the great man who inspired it by supporting research, innovation and hope.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Learn more about the Guy Lafleur Fund<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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