Vanier BIA’s Partage Beechwood Raises $80,000 for Vanier Community Service Centre

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Credit: Ottawa Citizen

The Vanier BIA’s annual Partage Beechwood fundraising dinner raised $80,000 this year in support of the Partage Vanier Food Bank — the most-visited food bank in Ontario. Held under the stars at Beechwood National Cemetery, the sold-out event brought together community members, businesses, and supporters for a Moroccan-inspired evening in support of a cause where every dollar donated goes directly to buying food. As demand at Partage Vanier continues to grow by over 30% each year, the impact of events like this — powered by BIAs, local businesses, and community partners — has never been more meaningful.

Congratulations to Nathalie Carrier and the entire Vanier BIA team for another remarkable evening.

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