Media Advisory - EVENT/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY: CIBC Celebration of Hope Celebrates its 24th Year

MARKHAM, ON, Oct. 27, 2012 /CNW/ - Each year nearly one thousand people gather at a fundraising luncheon like no other.  Both heartwarming and informative, the CIBC Celebration of Hope brings together those affected by cancer, supporters, community dignitaries, Hope Award recipients and high-profile celebrities, all in support of the Markham Stouffville Hospital's Breast Health Centre and Cancer Clinic.  CIBC has returned as the Title Sponsor and in the past seven years, $1.7 million has been raised in the fight against cancer.

The 24th Annual CIBC Celebration of Hope will take place on Sunday, October 28, 2012 at the Hilton Suites Markham Conference Centre & Spa (8500 Warden Ave., Markham).  From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., visitors can enjoy two floors of fabulous boutique shopping. This year's "Diamonds and Denim" themed luncheon, emceed by CHFI Morning Show host Erin Davis, begins at 12:30 p.m. and runs until 3:00 p.m. The celebration features live entertainment, Franco Mirabelli fashion show, live and silent auction, fabulous food and numerous draw prizes including the Grand Prize raffle for a 2012 BMW 320i, generously donated by Town+Country BMW.

When:	Sunday, October 28, 2012 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. shopping open to public 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. CIBC Celebration of Hope Luncheon
	Media check from 9 a.m. at the Hilton Suites Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa, Conference Centre Entrance
Where:	Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa 8500 Warden Ave Markham, ON L6G 1A5
Who:	Erin Davis, Co-Host of 98.1 CHFI's Morning Show - Event Emcee Paul Calandra, MP Oak Ridges-Markham JC Chessell, CityLine, Hope Award Recipient Ken Shaw, CTV, Hope Award Recipient Annie Parker, Living Arts Centre, Hope Awards Recipient Franco Mirabelli, Canadian Fashion Designer, Fashion Show Janet Beed, President and CEO, Markham Stouffville Hospital Carolina Moretti, Ward 4 Councillor, City of Markham Kathleen Woodard, CIBC, Title Sponsor Dr. Crystal Pallister, General & Oncologic Surgeon, Markham Stouffville Hospital Dr. Leena Hajra, Medical Oncologist, Markham Stouffville Hospital Dr. Meteya Trinkaus, Medical Oncologist, Markham Stouffville Hospital Featuring dancers from So You Think You Can Dance Canada

About Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation

Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation exists to provide financial support as the hospital fulfils its mandate of providing compassionate, patient-centred care. Building a hospital is a partnership between the hospital, government and the community - each playing a significant role. All medical equipment is funded through donations from the community. Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation is raising $50 million to support the expansion of the hospital as it continues to provide excellent quality care to the community.

For more information on how to give, please visit us at http://www.msh.on.ca/mshf

SOURCE: Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation

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Ruby Fruitman, Fruitman Communications Group
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