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Join us at our 2022 Spark Soirée gala

ONFE’s Spark Soirée is a fun-filled night featuring an amazing gourmet breakfast-for-dinner inspired menu, and late-night entertainment with one of Montreal’s hottest cover bands, The Ultimate Showband. It’s a night you do not want to miss! 

Not convinced?  

All proceeds raised during the Spark Soirée supports ONFE’s School Breakfast Program, which provides over 2.5 million meals per year to children and youth in Ottawa. This gives them the chance to start their day ready to learn and on equal footing with their peers. 

A look at some photos from our previous Spark Soirée events: 

*Disclaimer: pictures below were taken pre-COVID. We will be following all covid-related safety protocols at this year’s event. 

Haven’t been to a Spark Soirée event? Here is a go-to guide on what you need to know about attending the event of the year:

How can I make sure I do not miss out?  

Tickets are available for $150, but only if you purchase before February 4th. After the early-bird date, they will go up to $175. What if you are buying more than one ticket? The more the merrier! Table options are available on our ticketing page

What is the dress code?  

It is the best excuse to finally get dressed up and take out your best dancing shoes, because you will safely be partying the night away! Black-tie optional, chic mandatory. 

Elegantly dressed women dancing

*Disclaimer: picture taken pre-COVID

What is on the menu?

Canapes

Hot 

Egg and Onion Stuffed Taquitos, Tomato Salsa (V) 
Mini Asparagus Quiche, Smoked Cheddar Mornay (V) 
Brie and Granny Smith Apple Grilled Cheese Bites, Lemon Honey Drizzle (V) 

Cold 

Sweet Lemon Ricotta Phyllo Cup, Blackberry Preserve (V) 
French Crepe, Rice Krispies, Banana and Chocolate Hazelnut “Sushi Roll” (V) 
Smoked Salmon Vol-au-Vent with Gribiche Sauce 

Appetizer 

Warm Spinach & Feta Turnover, Clipped Field Greens Salad with Fresh Blueberries and Oranges, Toasted Granola, and a Maple Blueberry Drizzle (V) 

Entree

Slow Roasted Beef Striploin, Poached Eggs, Caramelized Onion Potato Rosti, Grilled Asparagus, Creamy Ranchero Sauce (GF) 
 
Vegetarian Option: Substitute the Beef Striploin for a Marinated Grilled Portobello Steak  

(V, GF) 

Dessert

Warm Belgian Waffle, Cinnamon Roasted Apples, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Hot Buttered Rum & Caramel Sauce (V) 

V – Vegetarian 
GF – Gluten-free
 

Where will the Soirée take place?

The Spark Soirée is taking place Saturday, May 7, at the Infinity Convention Centre. We are optimistic that it will be in-person and intend to follow all public health measures. 

I am not able to attend, how else can I get involved?  

There are lots of other ways to get involved! You could bid on one of many coveted online auction items starting on April 18th, donate to ONFE, or join our team of volunteers.  

Where can I learn more about the event?  

Visit www.sparksoiree.ca to learn more about the gala and purchase your tickets. 

We can’t wait to see you there!

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