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The Mission Possible Gala

Save the date! The 16th Annual Mission Possible Gala will be taking place on November 27 at the Fairmont Waterfront!

The Mission Possible Gala brings together Mission Possible associates, caring community leaders, industry experts, and dedicated supporters in celebration of transformational change in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside (DTES).

With the help of our Gala partners and supporters, we were able to soar past our goal of $275,000 last year, raising a total of $307,792 for our Employment Readiness Program!

Featured Live Auction Items

Live Auction Items will be up for Bid at the 16th Annual Mission Possible Gala.

If you are interested in placing a proxy bid to be considered during the live auction please complete the following steps:

Email development@mission-possible.ca with your desired auction item, and your proxy bid amount.
Complete the invoice form sent by Mission Possible via Square to submit your credit card details. You will be charged $10 which will be considered a donation towards our Employment Readiness Program. This fee is non-refundable. Be sure to check off the box next to "Save my card on file with Mission Possible Compassionate Ministries Society". This ensures that if you are the winner, we can charge you for your payment.
If you have the winning bid, Mission Possible will get in contact with you and charge your card automatically on Thursday, November 28th by 12pm.

Swipe below to see our Live Auction Items!

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Vancouver

Are you ready for it? Taylor Swift is closing out The Eras Tour in Vancouver next weekend, and you can score a pair of tickets to the most anticipated and exclusive event of the year. This is your LAST chance to ever see it live and you can do so right here in Vancouver.

Valid for Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour, Saturday December 7, 2024 at BC Place, Vancouver BC. The winner will receive two tickets in the Lower Bowl - Section 204, Row U.

Minimum Bid $5,000. Currently, similar pairs of tickets are going for $8,000 - $16,000 on the resale market!

Donated by BC Place and PAVCo.

Vancouver Canucks Game for 14 in a Private Executive Suite

Feel the excitement of a live NHL game in comfort and style! Entertain your guests in a luxurious Private Executive Suite at Rogers Arena while watching the Canucks take on the Red Wings with incredible centre ice views.

This experience is valued at $10,000 and includes:

Tickets for 14 to watch the Vancouver Canucks vs. Detroit Red Wings in DP World’s Private Executive Suite at Rogers Arena on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Come hungry! Enjoy delicious game-time eats and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Minimum Bid $5,000.

Donated by DP World.

Northern Lights Experience

Cross this off your bucket list! Experience the spectacular and mystical Northern Lights with a guided tour experience in majestic Whitehorse!

This package is valued at $2,478 and includes:

Round Trip Airfare for Two to Whitehorse with Air North.
Two-Night Stay in the Luxury Cappuccino Room at Hidden Valley Bed & Breakfast.
One-Night Aurora Viewing Tour for Two with Northern Tales.
Complimentary Dinner for Two at La Cara.

Minimum Bid $1,000.

Donated by Air North, Hidden Valley Bed & Breakfast, Northern Tales, and La Cara.

Air North: Return flight valid from Vancouver, Victoria, or Kelowna to/from Whitehorse. Subject to availability and blackout dates apply. Expires November 27, 2025.
Hidden Valley B&B: Blackout dates from May 15 - Nov 1.
Northern Tales: Expires March 31, 2025

Three Night Spa Getaway

Step into the spectacular beauty of this Vancouver Island resort and embrace relaxation and reconnection. Breathe the fresh air, take in the panoramic views of expansive ocean and dramatic, ever-changing skies and discover the Kingfisher’s restorative magic.

This package is valued at $4,000 and includes:

3-Night Stay at Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa in Romance or Chinook Suite.
Round Trip Flight from Vancouver to Comox.
$400 Resort Gift Card.

Minimum Bid $2,000.

Donated by DP World.

Private Chef Experience for 10 with KANVAS

Ever dreamed of hosting the perfect party without worrying about shopping, cooking and cleaning up? Wow your guests with this private chef experience!

This experience is valued at $1,250 and includes:

An exclusive 3 course meal for 10 people.
4 bottles of wine.
1 chef and 2 servers.
Everything but the counter space including the tableware, decor, utensils, cooking supplies, etc.
The host will be able to collaborate with KANVAS on the menu for a fully personalized experience.

Minimum Bid $600.

Donated by KANVAS.

Additional fees may apply if located outside of Vancouver, additional guests required, or original booking date is changed.

The Gift of Flight with WestJet

If the astronomical prices of flights has been stopping you from heading to your dream destination, with this package you can forget about those worries! The world is your oyster!

This item is PRICELESS and includes:

Gift of Flight Voucher for 1 Round Trip Flight for 2 Guests.
Voucher for 8 Days of Park'N Fly Parking at YVR.

Minimum Bid $1,000.

Donated by WestJet and Park'N Fly YVR.

All bookings and travel must be completed by November 27, 2025. Subject to availability and invalid for vacation packages. Blackout dates apply.

Bids cannot be retracted after Tuesday, November 26th at 3pm. The $10 fee ensures that your information is stored safely. Mission Possible cannot see your card information at any point. Being the highest bid online does not guarantee that you are the auction prize winner. The winner will be determined at Mission Possible's 16th Annual Gala during the Live Auction around 8:15pm. We encourage you to submit the absolute highest bid you are willing to spend for the item as you will not have a chance to bid live.

Online Auction

The 16th Annual Mission Possible Gala Online Auction is LIVE, and will run from November 20th to 27th!

We have over 70 amazing prizes for you to bid on from your favourite local businesses! PLUS some BIG ticket items that you don't want to miss out on!

Become a Gala Partner

Gala Partnership Packages begin at $5,000 and include tables, logo recognition, dedicated blog post, and more. Check out our Partnership Package for more details, and email development@mission-possible.ca with any questions!

2024 Mission Possible Gala Award Winners

Awards are presented to graduates of our Employment Readiness Program who embody the values of Mission Possible by being tenacious, empowering, compassionate, humble, and supportive. They have experienced challenges along the way to where they are now, but have demonstrated strength and determination.

It is a privilege to have been part of the journey of 2024's award winners. Dave, Kim, Oscar, Ayush, Noah, and Paul - congratulations to you all!

2024 Momentum Award Winners

Nat and Drew

Our Hosts

Nat and Drew from The Nat & Drew Show on MOVE 103.5 are back to host our gala again this year! They have been supporting the gala since the beginning, and we're excited to welcome them back to the stage once again. Hear from them live on November 27th!

Gala guests will also hear from our Chief Empowerment Officer, Matt Smedley, a Momentum Award Winner, and more!

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Our Hosts

We're also so pleased to welcome Nat and Drew from The Nat and Drew Show on MOVE 103.5 back to host our Gala! They have been supporting our gala since the very beginning, lending their charm to our stage. We are thrilled to have them joining us once again!

Gala guests will also hear from our Chief Empowerment Officer, Matt Smedley, our Momentum Award Winners, and more!

In 2021, our Gala raised more than $250,000 for our Employment Readiness Program and wraparound support services.

Mission Possible's Employment Readiness Program provides workshops, ongoing skills training, regular & supportive 1:1 coaching sessions, and 6+ months of meaningful work opportunities, while also supporting program participants with wraparound support including housing and food security programs.

Interested in learning more about our gala?

Email development@mission-possible.ca for more details or with any questions you may have! You can also follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

Support Mission Possible all year round!

Your financial support helps fuel the Employment Readiness Program by providing crucial support and transitional jobs for those on a journey back to employment.

Learn more about how to get involved below or email development@mission-possible.ca for ways to partner with us!

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The Mission Possible Gala

Save the date! The 16th Annual Mission Possible Gala will be taking place on November 27 at the Fairmont Waterfront!

The Mission Possible Gala brings together Mission Possible associates, caring community leaders, industry experts, and dedicated supporters in celebration of transformational change in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside (DTES).

With the help of our Gala partners and supporters, we were able to soar past our goal of $275,000 last year, raising a total of $307,792 for our Employment Readiness Program!