20th Annual “Strangers in the Night” Gourmet Charity Gala Set to Delight and Inspire
Montreal, Quebec — March 12th, 2025 — The SITN Foundation is thrilled to announce that the 20th anniversary of the acclaimed “Strangers in the Night” Gourmet Charity Gala will take place on the first day of Summer, Saturday, June 21st, 2025 at Complexe Pointe Claire. This milestone event promises an unforgettable evening of exquisite cuisine, live entertainment, and the spirit of giving, all aimed at supporting The West Island Woman’s Shelter and the Pavillon Kat Demes through the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation. Early reservations are encouraged as this event typically sells out quickly.
To purchase tickets, visit their official website here.
Event Highlights:
Gourmet Dining Experience:
Guests will indulge in the featured culinary specialties prepared by renowned chefs from over 60 Montreal restaurants on site.
Live Entertainment:
The evening will feature a special performance by the world renowned, legendary group THE BEACH BOYS kicking summer into high gear.
Silent and Live Auctions:
Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on exclusive items and experiences during our exciting auctions including Air Canada Business Class tickets anywhere in the world Air Canada flies courtesy of The Air Canada Foundation. Also guests will have the chance to bid on an original painting created by the world renowned artist Lisabel.
Special Guest Appearances:
The event will be co-hosted by the amazing Anne-Marie Withenshaw and Cat Spencer, co-host of The Beat 5@7 on The Beat 92.5 with numerous local celebs and politicians in attendance.
Location:
For the 4th year, Strangers in the Night will take Place at the Westcliffe property Complexe Pointe Claire, 6301 Trans-Canada Hwy, Pointe-Claire, Quebec H9R 5A5.
A Legacy of Impact:
Since its inception in 2005 “Strangers in the Night” has brought together community members, local businesses, and philanthropists to raise vital funds for various charities including Cure SMA, The Starlight Children’s Foundation, West Island Friends for Mental Health, the West Island Black Community Association, The West Island Woman’s Shelter, The Shriners Hospitals, The Miriam Foundation, The Summitt School for the neurodiverse. The gala has become a significant event in the community, bringing together generous supporters who share a commitment to making a difference and has been voted Montreal’s Best Charity Gala for the past 3 years as voted by the readers of The Suburban.
Quote from Leadership:
“Celebrating 20 years of ‘Strangers in the Night’ is a testament to the incredible support from our community,” said Larry Day, President of the SITN Foundation and Founder of the Strangers in the Night Gala “This gala not only showcases the culinary talents of our local chefs and talents of local music stars as well as world renowned artists, but also highlights our collective commitment to helping those in need. We invite everyone to join us and The Beach Boys in making this milestone an unforgettable kick off of Summer in Montreal.”