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Achieving our
Fullest potential!
May 2, 2020
PRESENTED BY
A F U N E V E N I N G I N S U P P O R T O F T H E M A N I TO B A S C H I Z O P H R E N I A S O C I E T Y
“
There are not
‘schizophrenics.’
There are people with
schizophrenia,
and these people may be
your spouse,
they may be your child,
they may be your neighbor, “
they may be your friend,
they may be your coworker.
Elyn Saks, American law professor and author of The Center
Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness
ManitobaSchizophreniaSociety
@mbschizophrenia
@manitobaschizophreniasociety
#IRISGALA2020
PROGRAM
SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2020
Emcee: Greg Bieber, Richardson GMP
Start Time: 6:00 PM
Thank you for joining us at www.irisgala.ca
for our first ever virtual Iris Gala
We are proud to be bringing you pre-recorded messages from:
OUR EMCEE
Greg Bieber
IRIS GALA CHAIR
Fran Schellenberg
INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Julia Hoeppner
CEO EMERITUS
Dr. Chris Summerville
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Robyn Priest
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SPEAKER & EMCEE FEATURED SPEAKER – ROBYN PRIEST Robyn is a straight shooting Aussie who is known to be non-conformist! She is the co-founder of *Robyn Priest* *LIVE YOUR TRUTH* , a mental health and peer support education and strategy firm. She has extensive experience working in business, government and non-profit organizations. Known as the Peer Support ‘Guru’, Robyn has been involved in the development and training of mental health and peer services for over 20 years and in 10 different countries. EVENT EMCEE – GREG BIEBER By day, Greg Bieber assists families with their retirement journeys, a career that has spanned 32 years and counting. By night, he enjoys emceeing many events in our community, just like the Iris Gala, in support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society. 4
W E L CO M E M E S S AG E
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE MANITOBA SCHIZOPHRENIA
SOCIETY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
On behalf of the Board of Directors I want to take the time to welcome you to the 24th annual Iris Gala.
This is an extraordinary time. With a global pandemic there is much uncertainty and fear. MSS has always been there to help and
support people who experience these emotions as they relate to lived experience. As natural supports are impaired during this period
of social distancing, when mental health is perhaps already in jeopardy, it is so important to remember to reach out, to let others know
that they matter. The challenge does not lie in whether we can be supportive but rather how. Now more than ever, we are grateful for
the support you are providing to our organization.
This last year has been eventful for MSS and the board. Our organization has been handed the amazing opportunity to make a
significant impact on the landscape of mental health with a peer-based peer support program. What this means is that we are now
able to be present in the places where people encounter the sometimes daunting and impersonal spaces of clinical mental health
services. Our peer specialists can provide compassion, empathy and hope from the shared space of lived experience. We believe that
this is a way to live out our mission:
“To provide quality mental health education and value-based peer support for Manitobans and their families dealing with mental health challenges.”
What this has meant for us is a period of revision and restructuring to ensure we can be in the best position to achieve this new reality in mental
health services for Manitoba. To that end, we have greatly benefited from the support and guidance by Robyn Priest.
It is with mixed feelings that we say farewell to Chris Summerville this year as he retires from MSS. We are aware of how this new and exciting
chapter of MSS could not be possible without his 25 years of dedicated and passionate work. We are in a great position for the important
work ahead of us and we thank him for helping MSS to this point. We are grateful but will miss him greatly.
Thank you to Julia Hoeppner for her important work with MSS and her willingness to take on the role of Interim ED during this time of transition.
We also want to thank you for your support – throughout the years as well as now as you attend our 24th Gala.
I recall in my last address writing these words:
“The Manitoba Schizophrenia Society is about shining a light on the darkness of stigma and isolation. We believe it is important to continue to
fight stigma with education and knowledge, to counter isolation with the warmth of a supportive and understanding community.”
These words are as true today as when I first wrote them. People with lived experience and their families deserve respect and hope, our goal
remains in front of us as we embark on another busy and exciting year at MSS. Your support makes this all possible.
I would like to thank our event main sponsor, Bell MTS for supporting our evening as well as all our other sponsors whose contributions made
this event possible!
Last but certainly not least, we are fortunate to have a dedicated team who work hard to plan and organize the Gala. Thank you to Fran
Schellenberg and all the volunteers of the Iris Gala Planning Committee.
Once again, we appreciate you all, thank you for being here tonight and enjoy the evening!
Alexander Sawatsky, President
5W E L CO M E M E S S AG E
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR OF THE IRIS GALA COMMITTEE
On behalf of the 2020 Iris Gala Committee, welcome to the 24th annual Iris Gala (and the 1st ever virtual Iris Gala!) in
support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society.
Tonight, during a time and circumstance that no one could ever have imagined, we have found a way to come together
to celebrate the 40 plus years of hard work and dedication that the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society has provided to
people with schizophrenia and their families in our province. We celebrate a new era of much needed peer support
that will become more available in locations across Manitoba. We celebrate and pay tribute to an incredible leader in
Dr. Chris Summerville, who has contributed in significant ways, to the face of mental health in our province and across
Canada. And we celebrate the potential that we all have to contribute to a society that is free of stigma and prejudice
associated with mental illness.
The generosity of the sponsors and donors toward this gala has been overwhelming. Thank you to all the sponsors,
donors, volunteers, and to you, our guests, for your generous support. It is more than inspiring that even during a time of
societal and economic challenge, our sponsors and donors have stepped up to the plate to honor their commitment to,
and support of, the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society. My gratitude goes out to all of you.
Special gratitude also goes to our event sponsor, Bell Let’s Talk, whose work has significantly changed the face of mental
health across Canada, provincially, and at the grassroots level. You have made the success of the past several Iris Galas
possible through your generous support.
A special thank you also goes out to the 2020 Iris Gala Committee members for the incredible work they have done
creating this special evening and for pulling together to transport our live event into a virtual platform. And a very, very
special thank you to Katrina Tinman and Riel Dion for their outstanding efforts toward making this virtual event a reality!
Every dollar raised at the 2020 Iris Gala will be used to support two much needed programs:
• The “Strengthening Families Together” program, which educates families and friends of people with schizophrenia
and provides tools for managing the impact of psychosis in their lives.
• Two specific “hearing voices” programs: one for people with schizophrenia that focuses on how to manage/
cope with voice hearing, and one for people who want to better understand the experiences of individuals with
schizophrenia through a hearing voices simulation
I wish you and your families much health and wellness during this challenging time that tests our patience, our resilience,
and our fortitude. Please take good care of yourselves and each other.
Thank you again for your support.
Fran Schellenberg
Chair, 2020 Iris Gala Committee
6W E L CO M E M E S S AG E
MESSAGE FROM THE CEO EMERITUS OF
THE MANITOBA SCHIZOPHRENIA SOCIETY
First of all, this is one of the most difficult times in this century as we adjust to the COVID-19 virus.
It presents to each and everyone of us tremendous mental health challenges. Together as we
practice physical distancing and compassionate presence and mindfulness, we shall overcome
this. We will recover as a society!
Secondly, It is has been my delightful joy and honoured privilege to be the CEO of MSS for
over 25 years, the longest serving executive of the eleven schizophrenia societies across
Canada. When I began in 1995, I soon discovered the potential for MSS to evolve towards being a leader of leaders, of
influencing mental health policies in Manitoba, and fostering the recovery philosophy and practice. If I might say, it is a
beautiful story of how MSS has come to be recognized today as the lead peer support organization in Manitoba. I saw
that potential.
Potential is having or showing the possibility and capacity to become or develop into something in the future. MSS was
the first schizophrenia society to embrace the recovery movement, to have a person of lived experience to be the first
president, to hold the first recovery conference, and now to be the first to allow itself to be transformed into a mental
health organization committed to formalized and intentional peer support. There still exists significant potential for MSS
to touch more lives with hope, help, and healing: to foster a greater understanding of recovery, resiliency, and well-being
for those touched by early psychosis, schizophrenia and any other mental illness.
Mental health is key to our well-being. It has been said, “Mental health is about realizing our potential, coping with the
normal stresses of life, and making a contribution to our community. It may be more helpful to think of good mental health
as thriving. Good mental health isn’t about avoiding problems or trying to achieve a ‘perfect’ life. It’s about living well
and feeling capable despite challenges. Mental well-being is bigger than the presence or absence of a mental illness.
People who live with a mental illness can and do thrive, just as people without a mental illness may experience poor
mental health.”
The mission of MSS is simple: to help people achieve the potential that exists in them and to be able to live the life they
desire to live, in spite of mental illness; to help them reach their dream. Henri Nouwen, the Dutch Catholic theologian,
philosopher, pastor, and writer stated, “A people without a dream dies. Without a dream there is no hope, and without
hope there is no future. Without a future there is no one to care for but ourselves.” (Because of hope there is a future
beyond Covid-19!) I trust that MSS will continue to rise to its potential to do whatever possible to make the dreams of
those affected by mental illness and mental unwellness reach their own POTENTIAL! Now that’s what recovery is
all about.
Dr. Christopher Laine Summerville, M.Div., M.Miss., D.Min., LL.D. (honoris causa); CPRRP
7IRIS GALA IRIS GALA COMMITTEE Donna Beaton Gwen Howe John Inglis Leslie Inglis Patti Regan Dale Yuel Fran Schellenberg, Chair STAFF Dr. Chris Summerville Julia Hoeppner Chief Executive Officer Emeritus Interim Executive Director Katrina Tinman Special Events Administrator EVENT AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT 8
ABOUT US
Founded in 1979, The Manitoba Schizophrenia Society
(MSS) is a non-profit, community based mental health
peer support organization.
Established by concerned family members, MSS is a
“family” of peers, family members, service providers,
and friends who support its mission, vision, passion, and
core values.
Our Vision
Mental Wellness for All
Our Mission
To provide quality mental health education and
value-based peer support for Manitobans and their
families dealing with mental health challenges.
Values
Authenticity | Integrity | Respect | Support | Holistic
Our Belief About Intervention
“Recovery is possible through timely and adequate
medical treatment and management, psychosocial
rehabilitation, education, community supports and
personal recovery and empowerment.” The task of
mental health service providers is to create environments
where recovery can take place.
9HILARY DRUXMAN
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Inspi
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The Manitoba Schizophrenia Society is dedicated to help those affected who
strive to enhance their quality of life and build a future with hope toward
recovery. The MSS inspires their individual journeys through education, support
programs, public policy and research.
MANITOBA SCHIZOPHRENIA SOCIETY NECKLACE DESIGNED BY HILARY DRUXMAN
This necklace is available for sale at www.irisgala.ca
Part of the proceeds from each necklace sale will support
community programming with the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society
10W E S TJ E T R A F F L E
TWO TICKETS ANYWHERE WESTJET FLIES
Enjoy one round trip ticket for 2 people to any scheduled WestJet destination.
Travel subject to availability, some blackout dates apply.
Rules and regulations apply. Please see www.irisgala.ca/westjet for details.
Non-transferable. Expires May 2, 2021.
License Number: LGCA 5599-RF-34238
HOW TO WIN
Tickets are for sale at 1 for $20 or 3 for $50 and may be purchased by guests over the age of 18.
You can buy tickets online through Event Camp (web site below), through volunteer ticket sellers, or by calling one of the
individuals listed below.
EVENTCAMP.CA/EVENT/IRISGALA2020
Call Riel Dion at 204.230.6330 (for credit card)
Donna Beaton at 204-895-2446 (for e-transfer)
The winning ticket will be drawn on June 30, 2020 at 4:30 p.m. at the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society office
(4 Fort Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba).
In accordance with CRA regulations, MSS does not issue tax receipts for payment of raffle tickets.
11When it comes to mental health, every action counts. Join in to help create positive change. Learn more at bell.ca/letstalk
LIVE AUCTION PRIZES
RULES FOR ONLINE AUCTION
This year, due to COVID-19, we are pleased to offer you our traditional live, art, and silent auctions in an online
format! The online auction will be open for bidding from 6:00pm, Saturday, May 2nd, to 10:00pm Sunday, May
3rd. Please be sure to click on the photos of the prizes on-line to see a full description of the prize packages, as
some prizes did not make the photo shoot timeline. Please visit www.irisgala.ca for full information on how
to register to become part of an exclusive opportunity to bid on an array of fabulous prizes while supporting the
Manitoba Schizophrenia Society in its work.
Main Street at Night (Total Value: $2,860)
Donated By: Cindy Dyson
42”x48” Acrylic on Canvas - This dynamic piece expresses Cindy’s fascination with everyday street scenes
– images that reflect her “hope and struggle to believe that the most beautiful moments in life are not always
expected. Perhaps these precious times are all at once – mundane and frenzied, fragile and strong, peaceful
and painful, sunny and dark.” Cindy Dyson (b. 1968, Winnipeg, MB) applies acrylic paints to canvas using
palette knives, fingers, spray bottles and found objects. Her work plays with the flexibility of the paint, from a
thin wash to heavy broad swaths of colour – qualities that enable her to express a wide range of emotion. Cindy
is strongly influenced by artists who painted the everyday; like the 19th century Impressionists. She aims to
evoke a rough familiarity and mood of the subject through an intriguing balance of roughness and tenderness,
boldness and vulnerability, representation and expression. Cindy’s work forms part of the Manitoba Provincial
Art collection (2009 and 2011) as well as several private collections and has been juried and chosen for
exhibitions in Winnipeg, Illinois, Toronto and California. Learn more at: cindydysonart.com.
Connecting through nature:
one week stay at Lake Louise Inn
(Total Value: $2,800)
Donated By: Shelter Canadian Properties, Planners Plus, Ross Phillips
What better way to unwind than to spend a week soaking up the natural beauty and abundance of activities
that Lake Louise has to offer. Lake Louise is a rare place that must be experienced to be believed. The iridescent
turquois lakes juxtaposed against the soaring rugged peaks and glaciers are undeniably captivating. For seven
days (six nights), 2 (two) can stay at the Lake Louise Inn in Lake Louise, Alberta, surrounded by of jaw-dropping
sights and endless adventures. The Lake Louise Inn is considered a resort for all seasons - offering stunning views
of the Rockies and showcasing the best of Banff National Park. Your booking shall be coordinated with the Inn
on mutually agreeable dates, noting the following exclusions: Easter Long weekend, the period from June 1 to
September 30, 2020 and the period from December 24, 2020 to January 2, 2021. Flight for two on Air Miles,
from Winnipeg to one of the airports near Lake Louise is included, as is a $500 Visa card. Expiry: extended
to November 1, 2021 Package includes: Seven days (six nights) stay in a “Deluxe Queen” room at the Lake
Louise Inn, Lake Louise, Alberta. ($1300 value) Food, beverages and incidental charges are the responsibility
of the guest, Round trip flight from Winnipeg booked on Air Miles in accordance with Air Miles availability and
policies – covers flight and taxes but not insurance or rebooking fees (approx. $1000 Value), $500 VISA card.
13LIVE AUCTION PRIZES The WSO Package (Total Value: $1,800) Donated By: Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Blufish, CIBO on the Waterfront, Corrientes, Deer + Almond, Hermanos, Hy’s Steakhouse The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra and six of Winnipeg’s most fabulous restaurants invite you to join them for six exquisite evenings of culture and fine dining. Indulge in your favourite musical genres and opt to round out the evening at one of the acclaimed nearby Exchange District restaurants. The WSO ‘Flex 6’ subscription allows you to create your own WSO experience. It gives you the freedom to mix and match 6 concerts from any series. With the WSO’s diverse symphonic repertoire and more than 20 concert options to choose from, there is something to satisfy every musical taste! The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra has become the celebrated hub of Winnipeg’s rich cultural life and a pillar of the Canadian music scene. It has been delighting audiences for more than 60 years with its innovative programming and musical excellence. Prize package includes: Two –“ Flex 6” subscriptions to the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra 2020-2021 season, Expiry: May 31, 2021 NOTE: While it is hoped the WSO will be back to playing by the fall, this 6 concert package will be honoured once they are open for business again., Restaurant Gift Certificates: * these do not have to be used on concert evenings 1) Deer + Almond - $250, no expiry date - for dinner for two with wine pairings 2) Hy’s Steakhouse - $100, no expiry date, 3) CIBO on the Waterfront -$100, Expires Dec 31, 2020 - for breakfast, lunch or dinner, 4) Blufish - 2, $50 ea, no expiry date, 5) Hermanos - 3, $25 ea, (can be paired together) no expiry date 6) Corrientes - 2, $25 ea, no expiry date. Dinner for Eight in Your Home: Their outstanding hospitality will not dissappoint (Total Value: $1,200) Donated By: The Gates on Roblin, Beyond Flowers, Dream Day Décor Savour a delicious dinner for eight in the comfort of your home, catered by The Gates on Roblin and rounded out by wine pairings provided by De Luca Fine Wines. Experience the professional off-site expertise and attention to detail that the Gates are known for, allowing you and your guest to relax, enjoy and dine well. The Gates will set the tone and design your space complete with a floral bouquet and specialty linens from Planned Perfectly. Prize Includes: Fully catered dinner for eight in your home; menu to be fully customized to suit the event, including all food, preparation and service, rentals and clean up; wine pairings; donated centerpiece; specialty linens. 14
ART AUCTION PRIZES
“Springtime on Albert Street” (Total Value: $500)
Donated By: Manny Schulz
by Manny Schulz 16” X 20” SIGNED FRAMED PRINT *Born in Winnipeg, Manny developed a love for the
broad open skies and elemental lines of the prairie landscape. Manny worked as an artist for a number of years
and had work accepted into the Manitoba Society of Artists’ Juried Exhibitions in 1983 and 1985 respectively.
In 1985, Manny took a pause from his artwork and began to pursue his business career. But in 2016, following
a 31 year hiatus from painting, Manny once again returned to his work as a full-time professional artist and has
shown his acrylic paintings in numerous gallery exhibitions and juried competitions.
“White Lily” (Total Value: $1,240)
Donated By: Hon. Edward & Lily Schreyer, Fleet Galleries
by Lily Schreyer 21” X 17” ACRYLIC ON CANVAS FRAMED & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE
TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET GALLERIES *Lily Schreyer is a former viceregal consort of Canada,
as the wife of former Manitoba premier and Governor-General Ed Schreyer. Mrs. Schreyer began painting as a
child. In addition to her support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society and as a result of her interest in arts and
crafts, she puts great effort into raising the visibility and accomplishments of Canadian artists.
“Rear View Vintage Ford” (Total Value: $1,540)
Donated By: Hon. Edward & Lily Schreyer, Fleet Galleries
By Lily Schreyer 31” X 25” ACRYLIC ON CANVAS FRAMED & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE
TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET GALLERIES *Lily Schreyer is a former viceregal consort of Canada,
as the wife of former Manitoba premier and Governor-General Ed Schreyer. Mrs. Schreyer began painting as a
child. In addition to her support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society and as a result of her interest in arts and
crafts, she puts great effort into raising the visibility and accomplishments of Canadian artists.
“Yellow Daisies” (Total Value: $1,900)
Donated By: Hon. Edward & Lily Schreyer
by Lily Schreyer 32 X 32 ACRYLIC ON BOARD FRAMED *Lily Schreyer is a former viceregal consort of Canada,
as the wife of former Manitoba premier and Governor-General Ed Schreyer. Mrs. Schreyer began painting as a
child. In addition to her support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society and as a result of her interest in arts and
crafts, she puts great effort into raising the visibility and accomplishments of Canadian artists.
15ART AUCTION PRIZES “Flying Seagull” (Total Value: $2,200) Donated By: Hon. Edward & Lily Schreyer by Lily Schreyer 29.25” X 41” ACRYLIC ON CANVAS GALLERY FRAMED * Lily Schreyer is a former viceregal consort of Canada, as the wife of former Manitoba premier and Governor-General Ed Schreyer. Mrs. Schreyer began painting as a child. In addition to her support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society and as a result of her interest in arts and crafts, she puts great effort into raising the visibility and accomplishments of Canadian artists. “Two Oranges” (Total Value: $1,690) Donated By: Hon. Edward & Lily Schreyer, Fleet Galleries by Lily Schreyer 25 X 29 ACRYLIC ON BOARD FRAMED & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET GALLERIES *Lily Schreyer is a former viceregal consort of Canada, as the wife of former Manitoba premier and Governor-General Ed Schreyer. Mrs. Schreyer began painting as a child. In addition to her support of the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society and as a result of her interest in arts and crafts, she puts great effort into raising the visibility and accomplishments of Canadian artists. “Leaving Home” (Total Value: $340) Donated By: Riel Dion, Fleet Galleries by Brigitte Dion MIXED MEDIA ON PAPER ON BOARD FRAMED & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET GALLERIES *Brigitte Dion is a Manitoban, born and raised in Winnipeg. Working out of her home studio in St. Norbert, she has always had a passion for the Arts. In her career as a landscape artist, she represents through paint her environment, both urban and rural. She is self- represented, through La Maison des Artistes in St. Boniface, and at the Winnipeg Art Gallery “Urban Skin” (Total Value: $340) Donated By: Carla Dyck, Fleet Galleries by Carla Dyck 24” X 36” PLAQUE MOUNTED BLACK AND WHITE ARCHITECTURE SHOT OF THE EXCHANGE & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET GALLERIES *Growing up in a family touched by mental illness, Carla learned at a young age to search for beauty in unexpected places. Now as she views the world around her, she sees the ordinary through a lease of possibility and faith. Sadness and struggle are not void of beauty and light. This informs her work. City scenes, nature landscapes, and macro images are all seen through that lens of hope. Having sold her photography all over the world, and exhibited work in Chicago and Winnipeg, hearing that her work resonates with those in her hometown is most meaningful. Carla is passionate about seeing and showing Winnipeg through her lens. 16
ART AUCTION PRIZES
“Evening Perspective” (Total Value: $225)
Donated By: Terry Lacosse, Fleet Galleries
FRAMED GICLEE PRINT OF AN ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR PAINTING OF THE MATLOCK PIER &
ALSO INCLUDES A COUPON FOR 30% OFF CUSTOME FRAMING *Terry’s paintings are a series of
autobiographies, visual records of the places that he lives in, his family, experiences and environment. A
representational painter influenced by later 19th century artists his intent is to capture light and continually distill
the brushwork in graphic compositions that are drawn from common and sometimes uncommon angles
and perspectives.
“Butterfly Man” (Total Value: $140)
Donated By: Nigel Bart, Fleet Galleries
SCULPTURE AND A 2 XL T-SHIRT & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE TOWARDS CUSTOM
FRAMING FROM FLEET GALLERIES *Nigel Bart is a Manitoba born and raised artist. He founded Artbeat
Studio to help people living with mental illness by utilizing their creativity. He lives with his own mental health
challenges but is in good recovery. He currently works as the studio facilitator at Artbeat Studio. He’s shown
artwork locally and nationally. He is a father, and sits in the middle of 5 siblings. Currently Nigel resides
in Winnipeg.
“Lake of the Woods” (Total Value: $450)
Donated By: W. J. Ray Phillips
22” x 17.5” FRAMED PRINT *Ray Phillips was born in Winnipeg and grew up in an environment that
encouraged artistic expression. Ray received his art education at the University of Manitoba School of Fine
Arts and established a successful commercial art business while always managing to set aside time for his own
creative work. He receives tremendous satisfaction from transforming a blank piece of paper into an image that
brings enjoyment to others.
“An Emulsion Transfer 1” (Total Value: $115)
Donated By: Brigitte Dion, Fleet Galleries
EMULSION TRANSFER OF AN Original PAINTING, FRAMED IN ARCHIVAL MATERIALS, GALLERY
STANDARDS & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET
GALLERIES *Brigitte Dion is a Manitoban, born and raised in Winnipeg. Working out of her home studio in St.
Norbert, she has always had a passion for the Arts. In her career as a landscape artist, she represents through
paint her environment, both urban and rural. She is self-represented, through La Maison des Artistes in St.
Boniface, and at the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
17ART AUCTION PRIZES
“An Emulsion Transfer 2” (Total Value: $115)
Donated By: Brigitte Dion, Fleet Galleries
EMULSION TRANSFER OF AN Original PAINTING, FRAMED IN ARCHIVAL MATERIALS, GALLERY
STANDARDS & ALSO INCLUDED IS A $40 GIFT CERTIFICATE TOWARDS CUSTOM FRAMING AT FLEET
GALLERIES *Brigitte Dion is a Manitoban, born and raised in Winnipeg. Working out of her home studio in St.
Norbert, she has always had a passion for the Arts. In her career as a landscape artist, she represents through
paint her environment, both urban and rural. She is self-represented, through La Maison des Artistes in St.
Boniface, and at the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
“Green Day” (Total Value: $900)
Donated By: Gail Nep
by Artist Anthony Tascona a 28.25” x 28” framed silkscreen on paper *Tony Tascona was born in St. Boniface,
Manitoba in 1926. At the age of twenty, he enrolled as a diploma student at the Winnipeg School of Art, where PHOTO
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he graduated in 1950. His style was fresh and bold with diverse surface textures and open compositions. At AT TIME OF
the age of twenty-eight, Tascona had his first exhibition in the Spring Show at the Montreal Museum of Fine PRINT
Arts. In the years to follow he exhibited frequently in both group and solo shows. Tascona continued to exhibit
throughout his life. He sat on the Board of Trustees at the National Gallery of Canada from 1997 to 1999.
“Spring” (Total Value: $700)
Donated By: Gail Nep
by Artist Anthony Tascona a 22.75” x 22” framed, silkscreen on paper *Tony Tascona was born in St. Boniface, PHOTO
Manitoba in 1926. At the age of twenty, he enrolled as a diploma student at the Winnipeg School of Art, where UNAVAILABLE
he graduated in 1950. His style was fresh and bold with diverse surface textures and open compositions. At AT TIME OF
the age of twenty-eight, Tascona had his first exhibition in the Spring Show at the Montreal Museum of Fine PRINT
Arts. In the years to follow he exhibited frequently in both group and solo shows. Tascona continued to exhibit
throughout his life. He sat on the Board of Trustees at the National Gallery of Canada from 1997 to 1999.
18ART AUCTION PRIZES
“Flakes” (Total Value: $250)
Donated By: Gail Nep
by Artist Anthony Tascona a 19.25” x 16” framed, Silkscreen on paper *Tony Tascona was born in St. Boniface, PHOTO
Manitoba in 1926. At the age of twenty, he enrolled as a diploma student at the Winnipeg School of Art, where UNAVAILABLE
he graduated in 1950. His style was fresh and bold with diverse surface textures and open compositions. At AT TIME OF
the age of twenty-eight, Tascona had his first exhibition in the Spring Show at the Montreal Museum of Fine PRINT
Arts. In the years to follow he exhibited frequently in both group and solo shows. Tascona continued to exhibit
throughout his life. He sat on the Board of Trustees at the National Gallery of Canada from 1997 to 1999.
“Afterimage II” (Total Value: $225)
Donated By: Gail Nep
by Artist Anthony Tascona a 13.25” x 13.25” framed, silkscreen on paper *Tony Tascona was born in St.
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Boniface, Manitoba in 1926. At the age of twenty, he enrolled as a diploma student at the Winnipeg School UNAVAILABLE
of Art, where he graduated in 1950. His style was fresh and bold with diverse surface textures and open AT TIME OF
compositions. At the age of twenty-eight, Tascona had his first exhibition in the Spring Show at the Montreal PRINT
Museum of Fine Arts. In the years to follow he exhibited frequently in both group and solo shows. Tascona
continued to exhibit throughout his life. He sat on the Board of Trustees at the National Gallery of Canada from
1997 to 1999.
19SILENT AUCTION PRIZES The Flash (Total Value: $450) Donated By: Hesinger & Montgomery, White Pine Bicycle Company Joy is freewheeling on this candy apple red bicycle! Firmstrong women’s Beach Cruiser red bike, fat tires, one speed, and classic willow basket. Riding the Rails (Total Value: $750) Donated By: Via Rail Canada, Inc. A Canadian adventure of your choice. Voucher for $750 for Rail Travel; expiry May 1, 2021. A Jets Treasure: Jets Jersey #1 (Total Value: Priceless) Donated By: Corus Radio A Blake Wheeler signed Jets Jersey. Around the World in Winnipeg (Total Value: $550) Donated By: Folklorama Experience as many countries/cultures as possible in 2 weeks. Two tour Visas for the 2021 Folklorama Festival. Polar Warmth (Total Value: $300) Donated By: Polaris Industries, Ltd Canada Welcome warmth for Winnipeg Winters. Men’s Polaris jacket: thinsulate lined, size large, and bright colour patches for visibility. 20
SILENT AUCTION PRIZES Come Fly Away Package: Be ready for take off after social isolation (Total Value: $400) Donated By: u.n.Luggage & Jordan Van Sewell A pair of matching Samsonite suitcases - mid-sized and carryon with 4 spinner wheels, a stylish burgundy colour, and nicely appointed interior for easy packing; also a whimsical ceramic sculpture titled “Flight of the Cash”. “And they’re off…” A Speciality Night at the Races (Total Value: $300) Donated By: Assiniboia Downs Race package includes: dinner for 4 at The Downs, tip sheets, a race named in your honour with a presentation and a framed photograph of this occasion in the Winners Circle. Expiry Date of pkg August 21, 2021. Pretty in Pearls (Total Value: $700) Donated By: Sutton Smithworks Classic pearls with a special twist for every outing. Genuine pearls alternating with 14 kt gold balls in a necklace and with matching earrings. The Spa Package: When you need to be spoiled, go for it! (Total Value: $400) Donated By: Strada Personal Spa, Brows By G, Atomic Hair Studio, EMK Clothing, JellyFish Float Spa Package includes $220 gift card for Brow Lamination for two that includes shaping, and tint and doesn’t expire till Dec 31, 2020; 2 certificates for free hair deep conditioning with any other service booked, a silver cosmetic bag with Joico shampoo and conditioner, a blue cosmetic bag with Moroccan oil treatment and a $55 gift card for hairstyle, expires December 2020; light poncho and scarf; a 90 minute float time; and a $20 voucher for Strada Personal Spa. The Great Gatsby Package (Total Value: $500) Donated By: Chris Summerville Enjoy a Historic weekend getaway. Luxuriate with a 2 night stay at the Fort Garry Hotel - King suite including free parking, fruit bowl and breakfast; and a $100 gift card for dinner across the avenue at Capital Bar and Grill.
SILENT AUCTION PRIZES The Family Fun Package: A post social distancing variety of family friendly activities to enjoy together (Total Value: $720) 21 Donated By: Fort Whyte Alive, Manitoba Theatre for Young People, Paws Unleashed Winnipeg, Thunder Rapids Amusement Park, Uptown Alley, Flying Squirrel Trampoline Pak, Shooters Family Golf Centre; Fran Schellenberg Includes: a Shooters VIP 2020 Golf membership and if the 2020 card can’t be or isn’t used in 2020 due to Covid-19, the successful bidder can bring the card into Shooters in 2021 and have it extended for the 2021 season; complementary group training class for dog owners; 4 All you Can Bowl gift cards and 8 laser tag gift cards at Uptown Bowling; a family membership for Fort Whyte Alive that must be redeemed by Oct. 31, 2020; 2 tickets to any play at the MTYP in the 20/21 season; $50 gift card for Boston Pizza; gift card for 2 tickets to any 1 activity at Thunder Rapids Expiry end of 2021 season, 2x 1 hour jump passes at Flying Squirrel Amusement. The Pamper Package: It’s all about you, girl! (Total Value: $450) Donated By: JellyFish Float Spa, EMK Clothing, Katrina Tinman, Fusion Grill, Edward Carriere, Spalifestyle Fashion Boutique, Atomic Hair Studio Includes: sterling silver chain with amethyst pendant and matching earrings; $75 gift card for dinner at Fusion Grill; poncho and scarf from EMK clothing; gift certificate for cut and blow dry at Edward Carriere Salon; Spa pedicure at Spa Lifestyle Fashion Boutique (expiry August 31, 2020); 90 minute float at the Jellyfish; 3 vouchers from Atomic Hair Studio for complimentary deep conditioning. Happy Hour: Entertaining at home to treat the special people in your life (Total Value: $335) Donated By: Peggy Talbot “Faux Agate Cheeseboard & 4 matching Coaster, Handmade; $100 gift card for The Winehouse; $75 gift card for Crampton’s Market. The Fit and Fabulous Package: Wow for an active lifestyle (Total Value: $900) Donated By: Shooters Family Golf Centre, Orange Theory Fitness, Serratus Movement Centre, Yoga Centre Winnipeg, Olympia Cycle & Ski Includes: Certificate for a 10 class pack at any Orange Theory Fitness (expires Sept 2020) and a duffle bag with towel and water bottle; 2x 1 week group fitness class, 2x free movement assessments, 4 open gym passes at Serratus Movement Centre and duffle bag with steel water bottle; 1 month pass at Yoga Centre Wpg (expiry Sept 2, 2020); Shooters VIP golf membership for 2020 and if the 2020 Shooters card can’t be or isn’t used in 2020 due to Covid-19, the successful bidder can bring the card into shooters in 2021 and have it extended for the 2021 season. 22
SILENT AUCTION PRIZES
The Snuggled in for the Night: Chillaxin’ at home
(Total Value: $500+)
Donated By: Fran Schellenberg, Vita Health Fresh Market, The Creative Paper Gallery, Anonymous
Hygge gift pkg with faux fur throw (Indigo), 2 large pillar candles (Bowring), glass photo frame and 2 fancy
cups (Anthropologie), book Essential Guide to Oils, Stash tea; Vita Health Gift basket; colourful wood table
runner; Natural Bamboo Bluetooth speaker.
The Indulgence Package: Everyone needs a treat
sometimes (Total Value: $400)
Donated By: Carnaval, Karen Mitchell, The Diamond Gallery
4x $25 gift cards for Carnaval Restaurant, Consultation on Rodan and Fields Skincare Options and 2 months
complementary regimens that match your skin type, $50 gift card for Diamond Gallery.
The Arts and Culture Package: Winnipeg is renowned
for our excellence (Total Value: $520)
Donated By: Manitoba Opera, Prairie Theatre Exchange, Winnipeg Art Gallery, Winnipeg Contemporary
Dancers, Prairie 360 Restaurant
2 tickets for Sweeney Todd the Opera on Nov 10, 2020 - section D or 2nd balcony seats, note that if Covid-19
prevents this show, the successful bidder will be able to use this certificate for a subsequent show; 2 tickets
for any Prairie Theatre Exchange (PTE) production in the 2020/2021 Season, Expires May 2, 2021; 4 WAG
admission passes (expiry Nov 30, 2020); 1 Season subscription for 20/21 Wpg Contemporary Dancers (to be
redeemed before October 21, 2020); 6x $20 gift cards (expiry Nov 24, 2020) for Prairie 360
Revolving Restaurant.
The Night Out Package: Dream with a theme (Total Value: $270)
Donated By: Mariaggi’s Theme Suite Hotel & Spa, Rainbow Stage, Homer’s Restaurant
$100 gift card for Mariaggi’s Theme Suites (exp May 2021); 2 prime tickets to Rainbow Stage “The Drowsy
Chaperone” June 30 - July 19/20 and it is noted that if the winner can’t use this year because of Covid-19, then
they will receive an extension to the following year; $50 gift certificate - dining at Homers Greek Restaurant - no
expiry.
23SILENT AUCTION PRIZES
The Eat and Sleep in Style Package: A gift for you or
someone else (Total Value: $300)
Donated By: Danali, Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre, Bonfire Bistro
One night stay at the Victoria Inn (expires Nov 30/20), $30 gift card for Bonfire Bistro, $100 gift
certificate for Danali’s Boutique.
The Look and Feel Good Package: Taking care of
business every day (Total Value: $450)
Donated By: JellyFish Float Spa, St Vital Centre, Vista Place Dental Centre, Yoga Public, Bob & Page
$150 gift card for 1-month Unlimited membership to Yoga Public (expiry July 31, 2020); Phillips Sonicare Easy
Clean toothbrush; $100 gift card for St Vital Mall; 90-minute float; gift of regular Hair Blowout at Bob and Page.
The Hole in One Package: reduce your handicap
(Total Value: $600)
Donated By: Shooters Family Golf Centre, Breezy Bend Country Club
A voucher for four rounds of golf with cart at Breezy Bend Country club and a VIP 2020 golf membership at
Shooters and if the 2020 Shooters card can’t be or isn’t used in 2020 due to Covid-19, the successful bidder can
bring the card into shooters in 2021 and have it extended for the 2021 season.
The Hockey and Brew Package: GO JETS GO! (Total Value: $500) PHOTO
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Two Jets tickets good seats home game and a $50 gift card for Brown’s SocialHouse.
Dressin’ with the team: Jet’s Jersey #2 (Total Value: Priceless)
Donated By: True North Sports and Entertainment, Ltd
A Blake Wheeler signed Jets Jersey.
The Drink it in Package: Cheers! (Total Value: $300)
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24T H A N K YO U
THANK YOU TO OUR AUCTION DONORS
Anonymous Donor Gallery Lacosse Ree Dion
Assiniboia Downs Heisinger & Montgomery Ross Phillips
Atomic Hair Studio Hermanos Serratus Movement Centre
Bluefish Homer’s Restaurant Shelter Canadian Properties, Ltd
Bob and Page Hon. Edward & Lily Schreyer Shooters Family Golf Centre
Bonfire Bistro Hy’s Steakhouse Spalifestyle Fashion Boutique
Breezy Bend Country Club JellyFish Float Spa St Vital Centre
Brigitte Dion John Inglis Strada Personal Spa
Browns Social House Kildonan Jordan Van Sewell Sutton Smithworks
Green Karen Mitchell, Independent Busi- The Creative Paper Gallery
Brows By G ness Consultant, Rodan & Fields The Diamond Gallery
Carla Dyck Katrina Tinman The Gates on Roblin
Carnaval Ken Talbot Thunder Rapids Amusement Park
Chris Summerville Liquor Mart True North Sports and Entertain-
CIBO on the Waterfront Manitoba Opera ment Limited
Cindy Dyson Manitoba Theatre for Young u.n.luggage
Corrientes People MTYP Uptown Alley
Corus Radio Manny Schulz Via Rail Canada Inc.
Danali Mariaggi’s Theme Suite Hotel & Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention
Deer + Almond Spa Center
Edward Carriere Morden’s Chocolates Vista Place Dental Centre
EMK Clothing Nigel Bart Vita Health Fresh Market
Prairie 360 Restaurant Olympia Cycle & Ski W. J. Ray Phillips
Fleet Galleries Orange Theory Fitness White Pine Bicycle Company
Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park Paws Unleashed Winnipeg Winnipeg Art Gallery
Folklorama Peggy Talbot Winnipeg Contemporary Dancers
Fort Whyte Alive Planners Plus Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra
Fran Schellenberg Polaris Industries, Ltd Canada Yoga Centre Winnipeg
Fusion Grill Prairie Theatre Exchange Yoga Public
Gail Nep Rainbow Stage
We apologize for any omissions that occurred due to print deadlines.
25M E S S AG E S F R O M O U R
P L AT I N U M S P O N S O R S
FREIGHTLINER MANITOBA
Thanks to the IRIS Gala Committee for being so creative in these very strange and ever so
changing times. I would also like to thank those who let their Iris Gala funds evolve into a
straight donation for the cause. The MSS can always use the help and Winnipeggers al-
ways rise to the occasion. A shout out to the MSS staff for their usual fantastic contributions
and a special shout out to our Friend Chris for a job incredibly well done year in and year
out. Thanks for all you have done to bring our mission mainstream and get the help we so
need and deserve.
Now everyone get your credit cards ready and let’s bid the auction prizes up. Remember
it’s not what an item is worth, it’s a fund raiser so bid early, bid big and bid often.
Thanks to all, Ken
DUNLOP FAMILY
Congratulations to the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society (MSS) on over 40 years of
service helping the community achieve its fullest potential. Congratulations also to the
Society on its 24th annual Iris Gala, a major fundraising event to enhance programs
and services for those living with mental illness and their families. An enormous thank
you to the Iris Gala Committee, who under very difficult and extremely stressful cir-
cumstances, created a virtual Gala for our enjoyment during these trying times. On
behalf of the Dunlop family, thank you so much to the incredible sponsors, valued
donors, dedicated volunteers, passionate guests and tireless staff for helping make a
positive difference in the lives of those MSS serves.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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Shelagh Hare Wealth Management
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is not to become normal.
The goal is to embrace
the human vocation
of becoming more deeply, “
more fully human.
Pat Deegan,
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