Gallery: Sunset on the Riviera – BGC Ottawa’s Glamping Gala
Ottawa gala committee members (L-R) Dr. Sam Hetz, Shannon Holbrook, Sarah Grand, Marcie Murray, Monica Singhal, Jamie Petten, Kristen Cannon and Christopher Schlesak at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.
Guests recently gathered for Under the Stars, an open-air evening inspired by the elegance and relaxed atmosphere of the French Riviera, in support of children and youth across Ottawa.
The evening began during golden hour, with guests enjoying sparkling cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, including curated small plates, fresh coastal flavours and wine pairings.
Set against BGC Ottawa’s Great Lawn, the event offered guests an opportunity to mingle, connect and enjoy the sunset in a relaxed outdoor setting. As twilight settled in, music and entertainment carried the celebration into the evening, with guests taking to the dance floor beneath the stars.
Blending food, music and community connection, Under the Stars brought together supporters and community members for an evening focused on raising awareness and support for programs benefiting Ottawa’s children and youth.
BGC’s executive leadership team (L-R) Adam Joiner, Liz Burgess, Medin Admasu and Tara Garcia at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Julia Johnston (CGI) grabs a drink at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Joel and Justyna Bedford (joelandjustyna.com) at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Preston Walker, Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and Geoff Walker (The Walker Group) at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Pure Country’s Ashley Greco, Jennifer Stewart (Syntax Strategic) and Bree Jamieson-Holloway (Canadian International Trade Tribunal) at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Diane Goulet enjoys the evening with her son at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.James Agostinho and Athena Papadas of Agos Property Management at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Leslie Mise (Mark Motors Group) and Danny Ibrahim (KeyRate) at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Jennifer Van Noort (The Ottawa Hospital Foundation), Jenny Chen (Catalais Consulting) and Dan MacMillan (BMO) at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Simran Kochar (Stone Design Concepts) and Rahul Kochar (Phoenix Homes) at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Ottawa table at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.Donors show off the beautiful scarves they received at the Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala in support of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club, Sept. 3, 2026. Photos by Tia MacPherson-Abdulla/OBJ.
