CHW Vancouver Opening Luncheon

CHW Vancouver Opening Luncheon

CHW Vancouver Centre Opening Luncheon & Fashion Show

In support of innovative cancer treatment at hadassah hospital

Join us for the CHW Vancouver Centre Opening Luncheon & Fashion Show, a cherished annual tradition, and an afternoon of friendship and philanthropy in support of Hadassah Hospital.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

  • An inspiring conversation with renowned oncologists Dr. Karen Gelmon and Dr. Shai Rosenberg on how artificial intelligence is transforming personalized cancer treatment.
  • An Exclusive Alembika Fashion Show featuring the latest collection from the internationally acclaimed Israeli fashion brand.
  • A Delicious Luncheon with friends and supporters.
  • An Exciting Raffle featuring great prizes.

SPECIAL CELEBRATION

This year’s event will feature a special tribute to outgoing CHW Vancouver Centre President Toby Rubin, honouring her outstanding leadership, dedication, and many years of service. We will also celebrate the installation of incoming Co-Presidents Jocelyn Brown and Pam Wolfman as they begin an exciting new chapter for CHW Vancouver Centre.

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KEYNOTE PRESENTATION:

Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Reshape Personalized Cancer Treatment

Join Dr. Karen Gelmon (bio below), renowned medical oncologist, as she moderates a fascinating conversation with Prof. Shai Rosenberg, Head of Artificial Intelligence in Oncology and Head of Hadassah’s Laboratory for Computational Biology of Cancer.

Together, they will explore how artificial intelligence is transforming personalized cancer treatment and driving groundbreaking advances in cancer care at Hadassah Hospital.

Tickets & sponsorship
Doors open at 10:30 AM for registration.
The event will start at 11:00 AM.

Fish and vegan options available. 

PLEASE NOTE: Any food requests must be made in advance. No changes will be made after this date. 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSOR

Sylvia Cristall

SILVER SPONSOR

The Diamond Foundation

BRONZE SPONSOR

Ruth Freeman

PATRON SPONSORS

Lori Barer

Maxine Fischbein & Naomi Wolfman

Freedman Family Holdings Inc.

Daniella Givon

 

If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation in lieu of attendance.

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GUEST SPEAKER BIO

Dr. Karen Gelmon

Dr. Gelmon is a Professor of Medicine at the UBC, an elected Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences and a member of the Department of Medical Oncology at BC Cancer. She was Chair of the UBC/BCC Research Ethics Board, Academic Head of the UBC Division of Medical Oncology, Chair of the Breast and New Drug committees of the Canadian Clinical trials Group, a member of the BIG (Breast International Group) Executive Board Group and the Scientific Advisory Council for Komen. She has combined clinical care with research and teaching and has published extensively with over 400 publications. She is the recipient of several awards including the YWCA Woman of Distinction award, the BC Terry Fox Medal and the Canadian Medical Oncology Pioneer award. She is an active member of the community.

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IN SUPPORT OF HADASSAH HOSPITAL

Proceeds from this event will support Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem, a global leader in medical innovation, research, and compassionate care. Your support helps advance groundbreaking discoveries, including innovations in artificial intelligence that are shaping the future of personalized cancer treatment and improving lives around the world.

A tax receipt for the maximum allowable amount, in accordance with CRA guidelines, will be issued for all eligible ticket purchases and sponsorship levels.

*If we exceed our goals for a project commitment, due to donor generosity, we reserve the right to reallocate the additional funds raised to other funding commitments in Israel or Canada.

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