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The fourth annual Techapalooza was held at the Fort Garry Hotel’s grand ballroom on Feb. 27, 2015. The information technology industry came together for a battle of the bands that raised $75,000. The event has so far raised more than $200,000 for the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. Bill and Davey-O’s Rockabilly Boys won the Judge’s Choice award. Pictured, from left, are Neil Sinnott (Compugen), Napoleon Sansregret (HP), Brad Enns (Compugen) and Thomas Wolstencroft (Compugen). Missing: Erik Sinnott and Tom Sinnott.PHOTO BY MARNIE BARNES)
The fourth annual Techapalooza was held at the Fort Garry Hotel’s grand ballroom on Feb. 27. The information technology industry came together for a battle of the bands that raised $75,000. The event has so far raised more than $200,000 for the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. Techs on Instrument won the Fan Favourite award for their tribute to ZZ Top. Pictured, from left, are Carl Strempler (Price Industries), Brian Harder (MTS), Karl Rahnefeld and Hal Ryckman.PHOTO BY MARNIE BARNES
The fourth annual Techapalooza was held at the Fort Garry Hotel’s grand ballroom on Feb. 27. The information technology industry came together for a battle of the bands that raised $75,000. The event has so far raised more than $200,000 for the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation (CCMF). Bill and Davey-O’s Rockabilly Boys won the Judge’s Choice award. Pictured, from left, are Kate Gameiro (events manager, CCMF), Louis St-Cyr (chief development officer, CCMF), Barb Spurway (co-chair, Techapalooza), Brian Beveridge (MNP Technology Consulting), Tom McGouran (MC for the evening) and Scott Greenlay (MNP).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Safeway held its annual volunteer awards at the RBC Convention Centre on Tuesday, March 10, 2015. The evening recognizes the contributions individual stores, staff and customers make to local charities. More than $15 million was raised in Western Canada for charities. Pictured, from left, are Scott Chollak (Safeway vice-president, retail operations), Kim Morphy (Special Olympics Manitoba), Sally Dunton (Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation), Jerry Maslowsky (Variety, the Children’s Charity), David Northcott (Winnipeg Harvest), Rocco Rossi (Prostate Cancer Canada), Ron Brown (Boys and Girls Clubs of Winnipeg), Heather Black (Boys and Girls Clubs of Winnipeg), Debbie Brown (Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba), Louis St-Cyr (CancerCare Manitoba Foundation), Kai Madsen (Christmas Cheer Board), Duncan Stokes (Volunteer Manitoba) and John Graham (Safeway director of public affairs and government relations).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Koffi''s Children Organization held a bud, spud and steak fundraiser at Tijuana Yacht Club on Thursday, March 5, 2015. The organization raises funds for orphaned and abandoned children in Togo. Pictured, from left, are Sherri Sweetland, Gerard Haggett, Joanne Gingras, Koffi Lamewona (president), Karen Reichart and Julie Springer.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Koffi's Children Organization held a bud, spud and steak fundraiser at Tijuana Yacht Club on Thursday, March 5, 2015. The organization raises funds for orphaned and abandoned children in Togo. Pictured, from left, are Chris Billows, Don Teranishi. Nathalie Hukportie, Feza Kungwa and Chris Kaya.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The fifth annual Savour: Wine and Food Experience was held at the Metropolitan Entertainment Centre on Feb. 28, 2015. The theme was old Hollywood and the event was hosted by actor Billy Baldwin. Funds from the event support research, education, advanced technology and infrastructure enhancements at Health Sciences Centre. Pictured, from left, are Jonathon Lyon, Bonnie Staples-Lyon, Billy Baldwin, Colleen McFadden and Kevin McFadden.(JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The fifth annual Savour: Wine and Food Experience was held at the Metropolitan Entertainment Centre on Feb. 28, 2015. The theme was old Hollywood, and the event was hosted by actor Billy Baldwin. Funds from the event support research, education, advanced technology and infrastructure enhancements at Health Sciences Centre. Pictured, from left, are MLA Emerson Cliff Graydon, Free Press publisher Bob Cox, Cheryl Roney and Free Press columnist Doug Speirs.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The fifth annual Savour: Wine and Food Experience was held at the Metropolitan Entertainment Centre on Feb. 28, 2015. The theme was old Hollywood, and the event was hosted by actor Billy Baldwin. Funds from the event support research, education, advanced technology and infrastructure enhancements at Health Sciences Centre. Pictured, from left, are Ted Bock, Liane Bock, Megan Adams and Marty Fisher.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba held its annual In the Mood gala at the Fort Garry Hotel on Feb. 21, 2015. The event honours individuals who have helped raise awareness about mental health issues. Pictured, from left, are Helping Hand Award winners Chris Burns, Miriam Toews and Dr. Randy Goossen.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba held its annual In the Mood gala at the Fort Garry Hotel on Feb. 21, 2015. The event honours individuals who have helped raise awareness about mental health issues. Pictured, from left, are John Melnick (co-chairman), Charlotte Sytnyk, (co-chairwoman) and Bernie Clement (honourary chairman).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Former Winnipeg Blue Bombers star Charles Roberts gives Free Press sports columnist Gary Lawless a little help with an auction prize at the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba's annual In the Mood gala at the Fort Garry Hotel on Feb. 21, 2015. The event honours individuals who have helped raise awareness about mental-health issues.OHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba held its annual In the Mood gala at the Fort Garry Hotel on Feb. 21, 2015. The event honours individuals who have helped raise awareness about mental-health issues. Pictured, from left, are Glen J. Sytnyk, Gordon Sinclair Jr., Athina Sinclair, Bob Cox and Doug Speirs.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Deer Lodge Centre Foundation held its 10th annual fundraising Bella Notte Dinner at DeLuca's Banquet Centre on Feb. 13, 2015. Pictured, from left, are Gordon Fardoe, Susan Fardoe, Winston Maharaj, Paavo Ryynanen, Jacquie Lenz, Paul Challoner, Laurie Cerqueti and Tony Cerqueti.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Deer Lodge Centre Foundation held its 10th annual fundraising Bella Notte Dinner at DeLuca's Banquet Centre on Feb. 13, 2015. Pictured, from left, are Kelly Linehan (CTV), Jules Selymes, Delcy Selymes, Agapito Gentile, Angela Gentile, Lynda Greaves and Gordon Greaves (foundation chairman).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Variety, the Children's Charity of Manitoba, held its second annual QX 104 / FAB 94.3 Radiothon on Feb. 13, 2015 at Polo Park Shopping Centre. Pictured, from left, are Kelly Parker (FAB 94.3), Allison Hay (Variety youth ambassador), Heartly (Variety mascot), Mark Morris (QX 104), Jerry Maslowsky (Variety), Jeff Daniels (FAB 94.3) and Alix Michaels (FAB 94.3).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Variety, the Children's Charity of Manitoba, held its second annual QX 104 / FAB 94.3 Radiothon on Feb. 13, 2015 at Polo Park Shopping Centre. Pictured, from left, are Anna-Marie Gallos (Variety mother), Mike Hayes (QX 104), Norma Green (Variety volunteer), Karen Koutroubis (volunteer) and Louis Trepel (Variety international ambassador).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba held its annual A Night to Remember fundraising gala at the RBC Convention Centre on Feb. 12. Pictured, from left, are Wendy Schettler (CEO, Alzheimer Society of Manitoba), Brian Derksen (Derksen Group), Yolanda Derksen, Brad Mason (Derksen Group), Judy-Lynn Hiebert and Kim Mardero (Alzheimer Society of Manitoba).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba held its annual A Night to Remember fundraising gala at the RBC Convention Centre on Feb. 12. This year’s event had a Brazilian theme. Pictured, from left, are performers Marco Castillo (from left), Parminder of Viva Brasil and Davidian Chorley.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba held its annual A Night to Remember fundraising gala at the RBC Convention Centre on Feb. 12. The Brazilian-themed evening included a keynote speech from Global National news anchor and Winnipeg native Dawna Friesen, whose parents both suffered from dementia. To learn more, visit alzheimer.mb.ca.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Costumed revellers craving authentic southern cuisine and non-stop performances filled the RBC Convention Centre for Winnipeg’s annual Mardi Gras on Feb. 13, 2015. Pictured, from left, are Suzanne Baska, Rhonna Rodriguez, Gabriel Rodriguez and Judy Dalman.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Costumed revellers craving authentic southern cuisine and non-stop performances filled the RBC Convention Centre for Winnipeg’s annual Mardi Gras on Feb. 13, 2015. Pictured, from left, are Julie Winchar, Michael Hines, and his mother, Melody Hines.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Costumed revellers craving authentic southern cuisine and non-stop performances filled the RBC Convention Centre for Winnipeg’s annual Mardi Gras on Feb. 13, 2015. Pictured, from left, are Lanza Madian, Don Dziewit, Trevor Lytle, Mireille Hein and Lori Dziewit.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Transcona & District Pipe Band held its annual Robert Burns dinner Jan. 31, 2015 at All Saints Hall to raise funds for uniforms and equipment. The band is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Back row, from left: Bryden Stewart, Aislyne Stewart, Annabelle Farrell, Alix Rydberg, Braeden Pope, Nick Fisher and Nolan Armishaw. Front row, from left: Gwynn Carey, Shae Van De Lar and Thomas Stevens.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
The Transcona & District Pipe Band held its annual Robert Burns dinner Jan. 31, 2015 at All Saints Hall to raise funds for uniforms and equipment. The band is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Pictured, from left, are pipe Maj. Ryan Stewart, Cassandra Hill and Evan Stewart. JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESSJOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Forks kicked off its annual Warming Hut Art and Architecture Competition with a music-filled night of fun Jan. 30, 2015 in support of The Forks Foundation. Pictured, from left, are Paul Jordan (CEO, The Forks Renewal Corp.), Richard Perron (architecture professor, University of Manitoba) and Ralph Stern (dean of the U of M’s faculty of architecture).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
The Forks kicked off its annual Warming Hut Art and Architecture Competition with a music-filled night of fun Jan. 30, 2015 in support of The Forks Foundation. Pictured are Mariachi Ghost members Bruce Berven (from left), Adam Kroeker, Jorge Requena, Gabriel Fields, Rafael Reyes, Ian Mikita, Timothy Friesen and Alexandra Garrido.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
McFadden Benefits & Pension hosted a benefits luncheon at the Fairmont hotel on Jan. 30, 2015, featuring a keynote presentation by mental-health advocate Margaret Trudeau. Proceeds from the event will go to the Health Sciences Centre Foundation. Pictured, from left, are Bonnie Staples-Lyon (owner, Staples-Lyon Communications), Sherry Phaneuf (VP of human resources, Assiniboine Park Conservancy), Trudeau, Kristi Cumming (The Cumming Event), Margaret Redmond (president and CEO, Assiniboine Park Conservancy).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
McFadden Benefits & Pension hosted a benefits luncheon at the Fairmont hotel on Jan. 30, 2015, featuring a keynote presentation by mental-health advocate Margaret Trudeau. Proceeds from the event will go to the Health Sciences Centre Foundation. Pictured, from left, are Colleen McFadden, Roxanne McFadden, Ashley McFadden, Trudeau, Alexa McFadden and Kevin McFadden (president, McFadden Benefits & Pension).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Bradley Wood and Dana L. Wood with copies of her book Mama, I’m Not Gone at a launch held at McNally Robinson Booksellers on Jan. 30, 2015. The book chronicles Wood’s journey after losing her daughter, Darah, to cancer.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
For more than 25 years, the Winnipeg Art Gallery has put on the party known as Art & Soul. The event raises funds for WAG’s many programs. WAG director and CEO Stephen Borys, Hazel Borys, Tracy Bowman and Mayor Brian Bowman were among those who attended the Jan. 31, 2015 bash. The theme was the Lucid Dream, inspired by the works of surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
For more than 25 years, the Winnipeg Art Gallery has put on the party known as Art & Soul. The event raises funds for WAG’s many programs. Committee member Tim Horn (from left), Cody Chomiak, Eric Admiral and committee member Mandy Hyatt were among those who attended the Jan. 31, 2015 bash. The theme was the Lucid Dream, inspired by the works of surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Every Tuesday, the King’s Head Pub and Eatery hosts Komedy Knights, with entertainment alternating between standup comedy and improv. Pictured, from left, are comedians Ryan Ash, Dan Verville (MC), Dan Glasswick and Chad Anderson. Jan. 27, 2015.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Every Tuesday, the King’s Head Pub and Eatery hosts Komedy Knights, with entertainment alternating between standup comedy and improv. Pictured, from left, are patrons Kieran Rice-Lambert, Taylor Barron, Lyle Kokesch, Ryan Wall and John Dangerfield. Jan. 27, 2015.JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Every Tuesday, the King’s Head Pub and Eatery hosts Komedy Knights, with entertainment alternating between standup comedy and improv. Pictured, from left, are patrons Karleigh Philpott, Cherize Schulz and Andria Bernjak. Jan. 27, 2015.The seventh annual Future Leaders of Manitoba (FLM) awards were held Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015 at the Fort Garry Hotel. The awards recognize young Manitobans for their dedication to the social and economic growth of this province. Pictured, from left, are age 33-39 category finalists Angie Bruce, award winners Cindy Sanchez and Christa Slatnik and Jordan Miller.FLM awards: From left, age 20-25 category finalists Christine McLeod, Maggie Henderson (award winner) and Chloe Chafe.FLM awards: from left, age 26-32 category finalists Vinay Iyer, Alexis Martin (award winner) and Stephanie Caligiuri.FLM awards: from left, FLM council members Callum MacAngus, Jen Kennedy, Andrew Kirk, Patricia Katz, Donavan Robinson, Kathy Kerr (president), Jordan Farber, Jessica Schofield, Meryl Kaye De Leon, Kerilee Raven and Toby Bartlett.FLM awards: From left, Mariette Mulaire (president and CEO, World Trade Centre Winnipeg), Diane Gray (president and CEO, Centreport Canada), Karen Bryk (deputy chief of protocol, Manitoba government) and Joelle Foster (regional director, Futurprenuer Canada).FLM awards: from left, MLA Kevin Chief, Anita Lee, Lt.-Gov. Philip Lee and Mayor Brian Bowman.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Local media and bloggers turned out Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015 for an advance taste of the New Orleans fare being served at the 10th annual Mardi Gras event, which takes place Feb. 13 and 14 at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg. Admission is free for those who show up in full zombie costumes and makeup on Friday the 13th. Pictured, from left, are Tara Lambert (the Undead Newlyweds), Doug Achorn (event manager, convention centre), Quentin Harty (executive chef, convention centre) and event spokeswoman Bernice Sharples.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Advance Mardi Gras: from left, are Tom Dercola (CJNU FM), Beau (99.9 BOB FM), Nesta Matthews (102.3 Clear FM), Drew Kozub (Wheeler in the Morning) and comedian Jon Ljungberg.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Advance Mardi Gras: from left, are Kristin Marand (Bob FM), Britt Paulhus (Clear FM), Tom McGouran (TomandLarry.ca), Alix Michaels (Fab 94.3 FM) and Kelly Parker (Fab 94.3).John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Advance Mardi Gras: from left, Cory Nimitz (convention centre), blogger Natalie Bell, Susie Erjavec Parker (Sparker Strategy Group), freelance writer Shel Zolkewich and commercial photographer Ian McCausland.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Advance Mardi Gras: chef Rob Thomas (CJOB) and RoseAnna Schick (RAS Creative).John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
A retirement party for Ross McGowan was held at the MTS Centre on Thursday, Jan 8, 2015. McGowan had served as president and CEO of CentreVenture Development Corp. since 2007. CentreVenture, an arm’s-length agency of the City of Winnipeg, was created in 1999. It is an advocate for development and economic growth in downtown Winnipeg. Pictured are Ross McGowan (left) and his father, Bill McGowan.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Ross McGowan retirement party: from left, Mike Moore (president, Manitoba Home Builders’ Association), Norva Riddell (True North), Eric Vogan (Qualico) and Barry Thorgrimson.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Ross McGowan retirement party: from left, Lynne Skromeda (Winnipeg Folk Festival), Angela Mathieson (president and CEO of CentreVenture), Deepak Joshi (City of Winnipeg) and Clare MacKay (The Forks).JOHN JOHNSTON / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS
Ross McGowan retirement party: from left, Kevin Donnelly (True North Sports & Entertainment), Lisa Lester (Style Manitoba magazine) and Doug Harvey (Maxim Truck & Trailer).John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
The Sons of Italy held its ninth annual Christmas Eve Feast at X-Cues’ Billiards & Café on Dec. 24, 2014. About 225 kilograms of turkey with all the trimmings, including pasta, were served to 400 people. Food hampers and presents were also handed out. Rear (from left): Ruth Thompson, Nathaniel Thompson, Charlene Thompson and Gloria Cardwell-Hoeppner (executive director, West End BIZ). Front (from left): Ivory Scott, Terrell Lands and Tristan Lands.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Sons of Italy: from left, Winnipeg Police Service cadets Brady Therrien, Lucas Black and Neil Buchanan with Minto MLA Andrew Swan.John Johnston/Winnipeg Free Press
Sons of Italy: from left, event co-chairmen John Giavedoni and Reno Augellone.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Sons of Italy: from left, X-Cues’ staff Susanna Namgung, Rosy, Sal and Stefanie Infantino, and Merary Barraza.John Johnston / Winnipeg Free Press
Daria Watkin, left, and Bjarnie (Ozzie) Aasland play some Christmas music at the Sons of Italy's ninth annual Christmas Eve Feast.
