Vanier BIA The 8th Edition
Beneath a canopy of lanterns and flowing silks…
a magical Moroccan night, remembered.
A Fundraising Feast
Beneath the Lanterns,
A Table Awaits
As dusk settles over the cemetery's ancient trees, lanterns flicker to life and a single long table stretches into the night. This year, we journey to Morocco — a feast of spice and silk, of fire-lit gold and quiet wonder. Held in the sacred grounds of Beechwood Cemetery, this unforgettable evening invites you to dine, to give, and to be part of something truly magical.
Until we gather again
The table returns in 2027.
Here's how to stay in the story.
For 2027
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The stories behind this night were written by our sponsors. If you'd like your name among them in 2027, we'd love to hear from you.
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One night raised $80,000. The need at Partage Vanier is every day of the year. Every dollar goes directly to feeding our neighbours.
Give nowA glimpse beneath the lanterns
Together, we did this
A community gathered, and gave
On the evening of August 19, 2026, two hundred guests gathered at one long table beneath the lanterns and, together, raised more than we ever imagined possible. Every dollar goes directly to Partage Vanier — the most-visited food bank in Ontario — helping feed our neighbours through a year of unprecedented need.
Raised for Partage Vanier
$80,000
Goal surpassed.
In one magical Moroccan night.
Thank you, from all of us.
Chef Dave Godsoe Vanier resident · Year three
The Chef
Meet the Chef: Dave Godsoe
Chef Dave Godsoe brings family roots in New Brunswick and a lifelong passion for Maritime and French-inspired Canadian cuisine to the table. Through his practice DG Cuisine, David brings that culinary vision to life across private events, hospitality consulting, and culinary ambassadorship — including his work representing Aussie Beef and Lamb, where he showcases his expertise in whole-animal butchery and protein-forward cookery.
A Vanier resident, David has watched firsthand the impact the Partage Beechwood dinner has on this community — because he lives one block away. Now in his third year as the event's chef, he brings the same care and craft to this table that he brings to everything he does: ingredient-driven cuisine rooted in Canadian terroir, shaped by classical French technique and bold Maritime influence.
Known as much for his generosity as his cooking, David is a regular contributor to community events and charitable initiatives across Ottawa. He believes the best meals are the ones that bring people together — and there's no better proof of that than this one.
Moments from the night
Looking back, looking ahead
Questions from after the night
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How much was raised for the Partage Vanier Food Bank this year?
Together, our guests, sponsors and contributors raised $80,000 in one night for the Partage Vanier Food Bank — surpassing our goal of $65,000. Every dollar goes directly to feeding our neighbours, at a time when demand at the food bank has grown by more than 30% year over year since 2022.
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Will there be a Partage Beechwood 2027?
Yes. The table returns August 18, 2027. If you'd like to be the first to know when tickets open for returning guests, sign up here.
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Can I still donate to Partage Vanier?
Absolutely — and please do. The work of the Partage Vanier Food Bank continues every day of the year, and direct donations are always deeply appreciated. You can donate here at any time.
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How can I become a sponsor for 2027?
We'd love to hear from you. Sponsorship packages for 2027 will be released in the spring, but early conversations are welcome any time. Reach out to Nathalie Carrier at ncarrier@vanierbia.com or Talhia McNeil at talhia@reifwinery.com to start the conversation.
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Where can I see photos and video from the evening?
Highlights from the 2026 event are coming soon — a recap video and photo gallery will be added to this page in the days ahead.
In the meantime, follow us on Instagram at @zacvanierbia for glimpses of the night, and if you have photos or videos you'd like to share, please post them using #PartageBeechwood or send them to partage@vanierbia.com.
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Where does the money raised go?
One hundred percent of the proceeds from Partage Beechwood go directly to the Partage Vanier Food Bank — the most-visited food bank in Ontario, and one of the busiest in all of Canada. Your support helps them feed families across Vanier and the wider community, every single week.
Made possible by
A magical night doesn't happen alone — it's brought to life by those who believe in it.
With Gratitude
Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors
