A Gala Reception in Honour of Gail Asper

A PASSION TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Canadian generosity is exemplified in Gail Asper, who is a tireless champion for arts and culture. A visionary whose courage and conviction inspire others to see Manitoba’s vast potential, Ms. Asper inspires us to serve, to give, and to make our community a better place. Ms. Asper has created a legacy of philanthropy in our country that resonates from coast to coast, standing as a benchmark for those who will come after. Her decades of service to others have made an indelible and unparalleled imprint on Canadians. For this reason, Manitoba Opera will pay tribute to Ms. Asper with a Gala Reception. Driven by a passion to make a difference, Gail has shown that within each of us is the power to effect positive change. Countless organizations have received her support, from Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre’s endowment campaign, to a $5 million gift to the National Arts Centre, to the creation of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, now a crown jewel of the Winnipeg skyline. This event will also serve to announce the creation of The Gail Asper Award, named for our inaugural recipient. Subsequent honourees will be chosen because they, demonstrate the same spirit of generosity, determination, and leadership as Ms. Asper. We hope you will join us at our Gala Reception on Thursday, September 13, 2018, as we honour Gail Asper for her many contributions to our country. Moe Levy Brenlee Carrington Hope Morry Co-Chair Co-Chair Co-Chair