Love Your Life. Love EVERY Body.

Did you know that eating disorders are the most common chronic illnesses in the female adolescent population, with an incidence of up to 5%? Did you know that in one study, it was found that by the age of 18 years, 80% of girls of normal height and weight reported that they would like to weigh less? Did you know that eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness, between 18-20%

Do you know anyone suffering from an eating disorder? Or do you?

Last year, Twenty York Street was proud to write about the 3rd Annual Hopewell Valentine's Gala, a very important event that provides support to Eastern's Ontario's only Eating Disorder Clinic - Hopewell.

This year, the fourth annual Hopewell “Love Your Life” Valentine’s Gala is taking place on Saturday, February 11, 2012 in Ottawa. The evening is in support of Hopewell, an essential eating disorder support centre in the Ottawa community. 

Recognized and supported by the professional community, the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario and the Ottawa Hospital, Hopewell has become a centre of excellence, providing information and support to those affected by eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or binge eating).

The Women Behind the Great Cause - The Hopewell Valentines Gala Organizing Committee

The event is once again being held at the fabulous Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa airport. The evening will feature hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, a delicious 4 course meal, a signature Hopewelltini drink and an “Everything Hilton” raffle with musical entertainment from the Showtime Party Band. 

The always energetic Emcee Kim Sullivan 

with Marion Grobb Finkelstein, Head of the Gala Committee

The always charming and entertaining Kim Sullivan (and good friend) from BOOM 99.7 will act as the emcee for the second year in a row. 

All money raised from the event will help support Hopewell's programs and services. Join us and be a part of the celebration. Take this opportunity to “Love Your Life”!

THANN Gift Basket 

($125 retail value) for Auction includes:

Aromatic Wood Collection Travel Pack, Mediterranean Floral Bubble Bath, 

Oriental Essence Shower Gel, Oriental Essence Soap and Olive Oil Body Spray 

After the dinner you will be kept dancing all night by the Showtime Party band and bidding on all of the excellent silent auction items. One of the most exciting auction items this year is the gorgeous gift basket from THANN Skincare, generously donated by the President, Mr. Fadi Thann. 

 The fun filled evening is all about loving your life, celebrating every body, dancing the night away and raising funds for Hopewell.

How to support this worthy cause?

There are many ways in which you can support the Hopewell “Love Your Life” Valentine’s Gala, you can get tickets, which can be purchased by contacting Hopewell directly at 613-241-3428 or emailing at info@hopewell.ca. 

Ottawa's  Celebrities like: The gorgeous Julie Beun (Journalist and dear friend), 

Graham Richardson (CTV News Anchor), the stunning Stephanie of Howard's Jewelry

and Stuntman Stu (Majic 100)

Stepping Out for Hopewell 2010 Fashion Show

* You can support other Hopewell events like the 2010 Stepping Out for Hopewell Fashion Show 

(see photos above, courtesy of Byblos Salon) 

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* Purchase tickets to the Valentine's Gala for yourself, your family and friends.

* Donate a silent auction item.

* Sponsor the event. Click here to see details of the sponsorship package.

* Make a donation to Hopewell, http://www.hopewell.ca/content/donate.