On behalf the Spurs & Sparkles committee and Wesley Clover Parks, it is our great pleasure to invite you to join us for a magical evening unlike any other! The Spurs & Sparkles charity gala will offers one-of-a-kind entertainment, incredible prizes, delectable food stations, and thrilling show jumping action.
Highlighting the evening is the action-packed three-part “Get Up & Gallop” event. It’s off to the races in this rousing competition, where local business leaders driving golf carts team up with distinguished and internationally awarded equestrians on horseback to compete for the best time in an orchestrated obstacle course. Reigning champions, Team Terlin, will be back to defend their title, and guests will have the opportunity take part in the action by bidding on their favourite teams in the Calcutta auction!
Without the involvement of our community, Spurs & Sparkles would not be able to provide much needed support to the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation. Proceeds from this event will directly support the top priorities of Queensway Carleton Hospital to ensure that patients receive world-class care, close to home, to the more than 500,000 people in our community who may turn to it each year.
Gather your friends and family to cheer loudly, dine finely and donate generously! Save the date to join us on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
With warmest regards,
Karen Sparks & Catherine McLaughlin
Co-Chairs, Spurs & Sparkles
THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED
GET UP & GALLOP
As you mingle under spacious hospitality tent overlooking the grass Grand Prix field, you’ll enjoy the wildly entertaining Get Up & Gallop event. It’s off to the races in this rousing competition, where local business leaders driving golf carts team up with distinguished and internationally awarded equestrians on horseback to compete for the best time in an orchestrated obstacle course.
CALCUTTA AUCTION
Guests can get in on the Get Up & Gallop action by participating in the Calcutta auction! Bet on the team (or teams) that you think have the best chance of winning the Get Up & Gallop race, a ticket will be drawn from the 1st and 2nd place team jars after the race. Winners will earn bragging rights and walk away with incredible prizes!
2024 CALCUTTA AUCTION PRIZES
1st place: A stunning 0.45 carat Canadian diamond ring custom created in platinum with a rare fancy yellow diamond hidden in the interior, celebrating La Maison d’Or’s 45 years in Ottawa and 75 years as a family jewellery store! Ring is size 6.5 and includes one complimentary resizing for the winner. Valued at $3,300
2nd place: 2 night stay at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier on the Gold Floor. Discover the elevated luxury of the Fairmont Gold Experience at Fairmont Château Laurier. Fairmont Gold rooms and suites are designed to offer the utmost elegance and convenience. Enjoy access to an exclusive private lounge, personalized VIP concierge services, and complimentary continental breakfast, evening canapes, and dessert. Some blackout dates may apply. Valued at $1,300
Reigning champs
Team terlin
