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GALA AUCTION

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2026

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about the qeh yuletide gala

The 2026 QEH Yuletide Gala Auction will take place on Saturday, November 21, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward.

Join us for a memorable evening of community, generosity, and celebration as we embrace the festive season and come together to support care close to home.

Guests will enjoy a champagne welcome reception, a chef-curated three-course dinner, incredible auction prizes, entertainment by The Fabulously Rich: The Tragically Hip Tribute, and inspiring stories that highlight the impact donors make on Island healthcare.

Proceeds from the 2026 Yuletide Gala Auction will help fund vital medical equipment to support life-saving cardiac care at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

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2026 QEH Yuletide Gala Sponsors

PRESENTING SPONSOR

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VENUE PARTNER

LIVE AUCTION SPONSOR

ONLINE AUCTION SPONSOR

ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSOR

BRONZE SPONSORS

HEALTHCARE HERO SPONSOR

IN-KIND CONTRIBUTORS

Friends of the Gala

PLATINUM FRIENDS

Tim & Liz Casey

Red Isle Produce

GOLD FRIENDS

Mike & Lorraine Dougan

Peter & Karen MacDonald

Dr. Cai Wadden & Erin Wadden

SILVER FRIENDS

Arsenault Best Cameron Ellis

Coach Atlantic

Kensington Agriculture Services

Dr. Paul Kelly and Dr. Hannah Roberts

Andrew & Heidi Lawless

Dan & Carilyn MacIsaac

Dr. Stephen Morais & Ashley Morais 

BRONZE FRIENDS

Darrell & Pauline Adams

Dr. Colin Brown & Sacha Craig

Janet & Spencer Campbell

Steve & Joanne Dunne

Dr. Tim Fitzpatrick & Brenda Fraser

Dr. Kate Ellis-Ghiz and Robert Ghiz

Green Diamond Equipment

HR Atlantic

Logan MacKay & Candice MacIsaac

Linda & Stephen MacIsaac

Jennifer & James MacPherson

Scott & Lori Ann McEwen

Dr. Kristy Newson & Doug Newson

Royal Bank of Canada

John & Barb Scales

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the details of the event?

The 2026 Yuletide Gala Auction presented by Cavendish Farms will take place on Saturday, November 21, 2026.

The cocktail reception begins at 6:00 pm.

Dinner begins at 7:00 pm.

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The proceeds from this signature event will support the purchase of vital medical equipment used for cardiac care at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. 

We’re excited to share that this year’s event will feature live entertainment by The Fabulously Rich: The Tragically Hip Tribute

The Fabulously Rich was formed in 2016 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island as a live tribute to The Tragically Hip. The band consists of lifelong friends and former high school bandmates, including Dennis, Trevor, and Greg, who began their music careers in the 90s with their rock and roll/grunge band, “Adam’s Eve.

Yes, we consider the QEH Yuletide Gala Auction the event of the year! The dress code is cocktail attire.

Where can I purchase tickets?

Tickets will be available soon. 

  1. Tickets – Since there is no prize potential included with the ticket, guests will receive a charitable receipt for a portion of the ticket cost. Charitable receipts are issued following the event, so that auction results can be shared with you at the same time. For 2026, tickets are $300 per person, with a $150 charitable receipt.
  2. Auction Items – For auction items purchased, charitable tax receipts are not eligible. However, under CRA guidelines, auction packages purchased at a minimum of 125% over their stated value may be considered a charitable contribution. In such cases, the purchaser will receive a charitable receipt for the portion deemed to reflect charitable intent. Example: A dining package valued at $1,800 is purchased for $5,000. 125% of $1,800 = $2,250. Since the $5,000 bid exceeds this threshold, the purchaser will receive a charitable receipt for $3,200.
  3. Pure Donation Auction Items – Some auction items are dedicated to supporting medical equipment and clinical priorities (like the Social Work Fund) at the QEH. When you bid on these, your winning contribution is a pure donation — meaning you won’t take home a physical item, but you’ll be making an incredible impact for patients and families. You’ll also receive a charitable tax receipt for your gift.

Friend of the Gala is another way to support the Yuletide Gala Auction charitably. Participants are eligible to receive a charitable tax receipt.

More information will be available soon. 

We want you to have an enjoyable evening and would love to seat you with your friends. The sooner you purchase your tickets, the more likely we’ll be able to accommodate your request. Tables seat eight guests.

We strongly encourage you to purchase your tickets early and indicate your intended table companions. We’ll hold seats up to 14 days prior to the event, at which point any unpaid seating will be released.

Can anyone bid on the silent auction items?

All auction items are available for bidding by guests who have purchased tickets and registered for the Gala Auction event.

Bids will be placed using the Auctria app on your smartphone. 

Please contact Meredith Smith, QEH Foundation Development Officer. 

Phone: (902) 288-1011
Email: mfsmith@ihis.org

There will be both live and silent auction items available. The silent auction will open on Saturday, November 14, and ticket holders will receive an email with instructions on how to access bidding through the Auctria app on their personal device.

For more information on how to place bids through Auctria, click here. 

Bidding kiosks will also be available on-site during the event. Each item listed in Auctria will include detailed descriptions and photos, and auction items will also be on display at the event.

The live auction will take place during the event, with bids placed by raising paddle numbers.

The total amount of your winning bids will be charged to your registered credit card.

Your generosity makes this season bright.