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MARCH 7, 2019 THE CARLU, TORONTO

ContentsGala Overview Page 22018 Media Highlights Page 3Tables & Tickets Page 4Sponsorship Opportunities Page 5In-Kind Support Page 6Donations Page 7Impact of Your Support Page 8

Canada’s National Ballet School’s

2019 AN N UAL GALA Sponsorship and Sales Package

@NBS_ENB WWW.NBS-ENB.CA/GLAMROCKGALA2019 #NBSGALA

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CO-CHAIRS Andrea Stairs Krishnappa • Nicole Watts MEMBERS Amanda Balasubramanian • Raquel Inwentash • Mary Susanne Lamont

Jennifer Lee • Carmen Marron • Fallon Melo • Kim Tanenbaum Tanya Taylor • Sarah Widmeyer • Brittany Wielgosz • Steven Wong

2019 GALA COMMITTEE

N BS’ 2019 GALA: GLAM ROCKRaising funds for world-leading professional training and community dance programs

KEY EVENT FEATURES�� Exclusive, themed fundraising event inspired by the dazzling theatricality of GLAM ROCK�� Cocktail reception and exquisite four-course dinner for 400 VIP guests�� Special young patrons reception for NBS’ First Position Patrons (40 & Under)�� Dance showcase featuring students from Canada’s National Ballet School�� Mobile silent auction featuring unique experiences and diverse items�� Stylish post-lounge and entertainment

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On Thursday, March 7, 2019, Canada’s National Ballet School’s (NBS) GLAM ROCK Gala takes center stage For one night, cast your inhibitions aside and revel in the spotlight in support of making the transformational benefits of dance more accessible to everyone

Canada’s National Ballet School is the world’s most progressive ballet training institution, and the annual Gala is NBS’ signature fundraising event of the year The Gala raises funds to support the more than 80% of students who require financial assistance to attend the Professional Ballet-Academic Program, and opens doors for more young dancers to pursue their dreams It also makes the transformational benefits of dance more accessible to people of all ages and abilities, supporting the development of specialized programs, teaching resources and innovative technological enhancements that propel NBS Sharing Dance, the School’s flagship community initiative

Last year’s Gala welcomed more than 500 high net-worth individuals, organizations and business leaders from a broad range of industry sectors, and raised $900,000 for Canada’s National Ballet School Every year, guests relish the opportunity to watch the next generation of dance artists in a special performance, and leave inspired by the ways dance can enrich everyone’s life

We invite you to take a leadership position among the Gala’s guests by becoming a Sponsor, Table Host, Ticket Purchaser or Event Donor Don’t miss this opportunity to embrace your GLAM ROCK style and help NBS’ world-leading dance programs reach new heights

ABOUT GLAM ROCKGlam rock is a style of rock and fashion that developed in the United Kingdom in the early 1970s. Visually it was a mesh of various styles manifesting itself in outrageous clothes, makeup, glitter, animal prints, spikes & studs as well as platform-soled boots and big hairstyles.

Nicole Watts, Andrea Stairs Krishnappa

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As a member of this year’s gala committee, I had the privilege to witness the amazing work NBS is doing to provide people of all ages and abilities with access to arts through its exceptional community programs. I feel passionately about investing in our national arts programs and my husband and I were proud to have been table sponsors at this year’s gala.

Nancy McConnellGibson’s Cleaners Co Ltd

The Blidner Family Foundation is a proud supporter of NBS and its annual Gala. We applaud the creativity showcased by the ‘best and the brightest’ – and we are honoured to be among those who contribute to the evolution of this leading world-class school. 

Ilsa & Jeff Blidner and Meredith BlidnerBlidner Family Foundation

SELECT 2018 GALA CORPORATE & FOUNDATION SUPPORTERSLead Sponsor The TD Bank Group

Media Sponsor The Globe and Mail

Performance Supporter Generous Donor

Print Sponsor C.J. Graphics Inc.

Cocktail Reception Sponsor Lindy Barrow, In Memory of Helen Gardiner

Dinner Supporters Frank and Debbi Sobey

Live Entertainment Sponsor Tanya Taylor

Guest Gift Sponsor Cotton Candy

VIP Guest Sponsor Estée Lauder Companies

Young Patrons Reception Sponsor Sandra Faire and Ivan Fecan

Montmartre Lounge Sponsors The Blidner Family Foundation The Delaney Family Foundation Jen McCain Brenda and Raymond McDonald The Remington Group

Etoile Table Host The Honourable Margaret Norrie McCain, CC

Principal Patrons Circle Joan and Jerry Lozinski Generous Donor Sobeys Inc.

Corps de Ballet Table Hosts Anonymous Donor Barclays Canada BMO Financial Group Caron Thorburn Institute Christine Chen and Rasheed Saleuddin, Judie and Trevor Thom D2L Corporation Frances Evans and Lisa Faccadio Friends of Canada’s National Ballet School Gardiner Roberts LLP Gibson’s Cleaners Co Ltd IBM Canada Ltd Andrea & Nini Krishnappa and Friends Ann Lawson-Brehl and Paul Brehl McCarthy Tétrault LLP Minto Communities Reuven International Limited Sprott Inc. Torys LLP Courtney and Marek Wlochowicz Petch The Woodbridge Company Limited

SELECT 2018 M EDIA H IGH LIGHTS

Cotton Candy has been a very proud sponsor and supporter of the NBS Gala for several years.

The opportunity for Cotton Candy to be associated with such an important and renowned institution during its most prominent fundraising initiative has been a huge honour for our proud Canadian company. It is a privilege to be associated with the School’s standard of excellence and to support the talent and artistic integrity it engenders.

John Houlding, PresidentCotton Candy, Inc

D2L is proud to support Canada’s National Ballet School. The gala is a critical fundraiser – it supports students in achieving their dream, and supports amazing programs that impact the lives of people all across Canada. Help us celebrate the incredible talent and the impact of the outstanding education.

John Baker, President & CEO, D2L

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UNIVERSAL TICKET BENEFITS PACKAGE

�� Corporate logo/name listing on select Gala collaterals (event website, on-site signage, slideshow, evening programme, pre- and post-event communications, etc.)

�� Corporate logo/name listing in pre and/or post-event Globe and Mail ads (circ. 300,000+)

�� Name listed on the donor wall in the lobby of the Betty Oliphant Theatre (exposure 60,000+)

�� Name listed in select annual NBS board and supporter communications

�� Invitation to NBS students’ rehearsal for the National Ballet of Canada’s production of The Nutcracker

�� Invitation to the NBS Supporters’ Meeting & Student Performance

* Please note that logo/name placement and sizing will be in accordance with table/ticket level

Choose from an array of Table, Ticket and Sponsorship options to find the perfect opportunity for you to show your support of NBS’ 2019 GALA: GLAM ROCK.

*Young Patrons Reception Tickets are also available for $150 and include an exclusive cocktail reception for young professionals, followed by balcony seating for the student performance and access to the post-lounge Must be aged 19-40 to participate Young Patrons Tickets are not eligible for a tax receipt

Media Profile Benefits subject to change; alternate comparable promotional opportunities extended A tax receipt will be issued for the maximum amount allowable under CRA guidelines

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Premium seating location in ballroom Opportunity to host 2 special guests at your table (current students or celebrated NBS alumni) Private tour of NBS’ world-class facilities

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UNIVERSAL SPONSOR BENEFITS PACKAGE

�� Corporate logo/name listing on select Gala collaterals (event website, on-site signage, slideshow, evening programme, pre & post event communications, etc.)

�� Corporate logo/name listing in pre and/or post-event Globe and Mail ads (circ. 300,000+)

�� Name listed on the donor wall in the lobby of the Betty Oliphant Theatre (exposure 60,000+)

�� Name listed in select annual NBS board and supporter communications.

�� Social Media Presence (Twitter & Facebook – premium mentions for Presenting Sponsor)

�� Opportunity for on-site product promotion, and/or gift bag samples (for respective sponsorship – subject to NBS approval)

�� Invitation to NBS students’ rehearsal for the National Ballet of Canada’s production of The Nutcracker

�� Invitation to the NBS Supporters’ Meeting & Student Performance

* Please note that logo/name placement and sizing will be in accordance with sponsorship level.

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UNIVERSAL SPONSOR BENEFITS PACKAGE

EXPOSURE & BRAND ACTIVATION 

Formal acknowledgement from CEO/Artistic Director and/or Gala Emcee

     

Colour advertisement in evening programme        

Opportunity to take part in on-stage remarks at event            

Exclusive corporate logo on Gala invitation and programme cover

           

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TICKETING & HOSPITALITY  

Event tickets provided (including cocktail reception, dinner, performance and post-performance lounge)

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Young Patrons Reception tickets provided (including welcome reception, performance and post-performance lounge)

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A charitable tax or acknowledgment receipt will be issued for the maximum amount allowable under CRA guidelines.

UNIVERSAL IN-KIND BENEFITS PACKAGE:

�� Corporate logo/name listing on select Gala collaterals (event website, on-site signage, slideshow, evening programme, pre- and post-event communications, etc.)

�� Corporate logo/name listing in pre- and/or post-event Globe and Mail ads (circ. 300,000+)

�� Name listed on the donor wall in the lobby of the Betty Oliphant Theatre (exposure 60,000+)

�� Name listed in select annual NBS board and supporter communications.

�� Opportunity for on-site product promotion, and/or gift bag samples (subject to NBS approval)

* Please note that logo/name placement and sizing will be in accordance with sponsorship level.

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UNIVERSAL IN-KIND BENEFITS PACKAGE

EXPOSURE & BRAND ACTIVATION

Formal acknowledgement from CEO/Artistic Director and/or Gala Emcee  Colour advertisement in evening programme  TICKETING & HOSPITALITY

Event tickets provided (including cocktail reception, dinner, performance and post-performance lounge) 2 2

Invitation to NBS students’ rehearsal for the National Ballet of Canada’s production of The Nutcracker Invitation to the NBS Supporters’ Meeting & Student Performance Private tour of NBS’ world-class facilities

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Please consider making a donation. By giving to NBS you give people of all ages and abilities access to the benefits of dance.

U NABLE TO ATTEN D N BS’ 2019 GALA?

A charitable tax receipt will be issued for the maximum allowable amount under CRA guidelines

ANY DONATION AMOUNTS TO SUPPORT NBS ACTIVITIES ARE WELCOME. To make a donation, please contact Cecile Ferandier-Sicard by phone 416.964.3780 x2136; or please go to our website: www.nbs-enb.ca/GlamRockGala2019

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DID YOU KNOW?

�� NBS shares dance with people of all ages! Last year NBS studios at 400 Jarvis Street welcomed dancers into our programs from ages 4 to 94.

�� In NBS’ hallways you can hear languages from all around the world thanks to our international Professional Ballet students! Intéressant! Affascinante!

�� 15…this was the number of participants in our NBS Sharing Dance Parkinsons’ class when it started in September 2013. Today, we have over 120 participants split in 2 classes weekly. This is over 900% increase!

�� NBS Sharing Dance Days were celebrated in over 200 locations by over 48,000 people across the country in 2018.

�� Peggy Baker celebrated her Silver Jubilee in 2018…25 years as NBS’ artist-in-residence!

�� All practice tutus are made onsite at NBS. It takes approximately 24 hours, 2 wardrobe staff , 7.2 metres of tutu net fabric and 75 metres of thread (among other material) to complete one.

�� Last year, over 25,000 children in schools engaged in NBS Sharing Dance online resources across Canada. It’s equivalent to the entire population of Whitehorse, YK!

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Build a growing network of excellence in dance trainingAll of us share memories of our best teachers, the ones that made a big impact in our growth and development No matter what field it is, all students are given the opportunity to reach their full potential with great teachers Your gift will ensure that NBS continues to offer the highest quality in dance teacher training for the Professional Ballet Program as well as other programs such as Sharing Dance kids

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Invest in international training for Professional Ballet Students Have you been to New Zealand or the Czech Republic? Did you know that last year our students visited these countries and many more through NBS’ Student Exchange Program? Your gift towards the student exchange program provides the opportunity for up to 40 students to pack their pointe shoes and dance wear and explore another corner of the world by living abroad and training with peers that share their passion for dance

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Fuel the critical research propelling Baycrest NBS Sharing Dance SeniorsYou may have personally experienced the benefits of dance for improving health and well-being or you may have just heard about it and believe it’s possible Your gift will help support the ongoing research and evaluation of Sharing Dance Seniors, a partnership with Baycrest that will drive NBS to share dance with increasing number of seniors across Canada Not only will more and more seniors improve their quality of life through dance, NBS research will contribute to the growing field of study of the physical, cognitive and social impacts that dance offers this population

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Be a Hometown Hero with Sharing Dance DayWhether you were born and raised in Toronto or are here from someplace else, you can bring a community-building, soul- stirring, physically active program to your hometown Supporting a Sharing Dance Day program and event in your hometown will get people dancing for fun and for health If we're already in your town, your support will help us engage even more kids If we're not, your support will spark a movement we'll build on And if your hometown isn't in Canada, your support can help us take the program international

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Spark a passion for dance Is the next Baryshnikov sitting quietly in his grade 3 class, not knowing what dance can bring to his life? We think so In fact, we know there is probably more than one and NBS wants to spark the interest of the next generation of dancers through accessible programs and resources that mean dance can happen anywhere!By making a gift to this program, you support the creation and delivery of free, online NBS Sharing Dance resources for teachers and community organizations across the country Over 20,000 students participated in these programs last year Imagine if there were 100,000? Or a million?

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Welcome a special Guest ArtistThe world of ballet is in a constant state of evolution as the contemporary world brings in new and changing contexts At NBS we believe this is a good thing! Each year, NBS works with guest artists who are critical in the training of our Professional Ballet Students By providing a new or different perspective along with their expertise, guest artists teach students to be open and versatile dancers

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Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) is a world leader in developing the most innovative and wide-reaching programs that harness the transformational power of dance to change people’s lives for the better Through an array of pre-professional and community initiatives, NBS helps all Canadians explore their potential and enjoy better health through movement

Through the world-renowned Professional Ballet-Academic Program, NBS opens doors for talented and driven young dancers to pursue their full potential It is the only ballet academy in North America that provides dance training, academic education, and residence facilities on the same campus Talent is the sole entry criterion, and each student’s education is heavily subsidized In addition, more than 80% of students require further financial assistance – in many cases, tuition fees are underwritten entirely

NBS Sharing Dance shares the many benefits of dance through free community programs designed for children and youth, adults and seniors, and people living with Parkinson’s disease and dementia The programs make innovative use of technology and cross-sectoral partnerships to deliver high-quality programming in classrooms, rural areas, long-term care and retirement facilities, and communities across Canada

The success of the Gala depends on leading donors and sponsors in the private sector who lend their names to the event and provide critical funding Funds raised open more doors for talented youth to explore their talent, and create more opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enrich their lives through dance We invite you to join this valued group of supporters for a fun and memorable event that is sure to provide an unforgettable experience for clients and friends, strengthening your business relationships through brand exposure, client and staff entertainment, and networking

2019 GLAM ROCK GALA: AN OPPORTUNITY TO INCREASE YOUR COMMUNITY PROFILE WHILE PROMOTING ACCESSIBLE PROGRAMS THAT TRANSFORM LIVES.

CANADA’ S NATIONAL BALLET SCHOOLA World Leader in Professional Dance Training and Community Programs

To learn more about how you can support Canada’s National Ballet School as a sponsor, table or ticket purchaser, in-kind partner or donor – or to discuss how your can partner with NBS’ other programming, contact:

Tessa BulhamDirector of Development416 964 5108 tbulham@nbs-enb ca

Cécile Ferandier-SicardDevelopment Associate, Events416 964 3780 x2136 cferandiersicard@nbs-enb ca

All photos: Ryan Emberley, Lisa Fleischmann, Garrison McArthur Photographers, istockphoto com, Eiji Koto, Johan Persson, Lindsay Riklis, Andrea Stairs Krishnappa, Bruce Zinger Charitable Registration Number: 10808 9673 RR0001