THE ANNUAL FERGUSLEA SENATORS SOIRÉE

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1 THE ANNUAL FERGUSLEA SENATORS SOIRÉE SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11 TH

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3 THE OTTAWA SENATORS FOUNDATION The Ottawa Senators Foundation empowers children and youth to reach their full potential by investing in social recreation and education programs that promote both physical and mental wellness. They are committed to ensuring that kids are given the opportunity to be active, engaged and feel good about themselves. In partnership with the Ottawa Senators Hockey Club, alumni association, corporate partners and fans, more than $100 million has been contributed to thousands of initiatives and charities in the National Capital Region. The foundation makes a direct impact in the lives of so many each year. Last year, over $1 million was raised through our signature events to support kids in our community.

4 OUR 4 PILLARS SOCIAL REC REATION EDUCATION The Ottawa Senators Foundation SENS RINKS program enables hundreds of kids and families to have a place in their community to get active, establish healthy routines and provide access to programs and activities that otherwise would have been out of reach. The Ottawa Senators Foundation has more than $1.9 million currently endowed at post-secondary institutions across the region. Since inception more than 300 bursaries valued at $358,000 have been awarded to youth. PHYSICAL & MENTAL WELLNESS The Senators Sports & Leadership League provides Boys & Girls Club members immersion in social activity, education, teamwork and leadership. This year alone, the I Love To Skate program had more than 500 children participate. The SENS Campership Program enables children and youth, aged 4 to 17, from 36 communities in eastern Ontario and 10 communities in western Quebec the opportunity to attend camp this summer. Since 2009, the Ottawa Senators Foundation has pledged more than $1.5 million of support with charitable organizations focused on meeting the needs of families with children and youth suffering from various forms of mental illness. ROGER NEILSON HOUSE The foundation has made a commitment to cover an important portion of the annual operating budget for Roger Neilson House and to help build an endowment fund to provide for its future financial stability and growth.

5 THE ANNUAL FERGUSLEA SENATORS SOIRÉE PRESENTED BY BELL For over 10 years, the Senators Soirée has been one of the region s most successful and exclusive fundraising events. The goal of Ferguslea Senators Soirée is to raise funds that will support the ongoing work of the Ottawa Senators Foundation of promoting and making accessible, child and youth activities that enable both physical and mental wellness through social recreation and education programs. Guests will be treated to an exciting evening of creative entertainment, some of the region s best food & drink, and the opportunity to meet Ottawa Senators players, Alumni, senior management, business leaders and other celebrity guests. Held in the elegant Hilton Lac Leamy Hotel & Conference Centre, the evening s program provides guests ample time and space for networking, and the opportunity to create a memorable moment with your favourite Ottawa Senator. This year s event will be Mardi Gras themed and will be held on Feb 11, Over the past 10 years, the Senators Soirée has raised over $3.25 million.

6 EVENT DETAILS DATE Sunday, February 11th 2018 LOCATION Hilton Lac Leamy Hotel & Conference Centre 3 Boulevard du Casino, Gatineau, QC J8Y 6X4 Valet parking is available at a charge however there is ample free parking. Coat check is complimentary. A limited number of rooms at the Hilton Lac Leamy have been reserved for guests of Soiree for February 11th and are available on a first-come, first serve basis prior to January 27th. Please contact the hotel directly at and quote Senators Soiree to take advantage of the preferred rate. THEME Mardi Gras The traditional Mardi Gras ball is a lavish affair, calling for floor-length gowns for women and tuxedos for men. The royal colours of purple, green and gold are always acceptable. Beads and feathers are encouraged. THE EVENING S PROGRAM INCLUDES: 5:30 6:15 p.m. Sponsor Reception (by invitation only) 6:15 7:00 p.m. Cocktails, Silent Auctions and Raffle 7:00 7:30 p.m. Player Introduction 7:30 10:00 p.m. Dinner, Entertainment & Live Auction Guests will be treated to an exciting evening of creative entertainment, some of the region s best food & drink, and the opportunity to meet Ottawa Senators players, Alumni, senior management, and other celebrity guests. ATTEND THE EVENT: Contact: Jon Bodden at boddenj@ottawasenators.com or at Visit: -tickets

7 BECOME A SPONSOR Sponsoring this event will give your company great exposure and introduce your brand to an affluent and trend-setting crowd. The biggest and most powerful business leaders of Ottawa will be in attendance so you don t want to miss out on the Senators Soirée. There is always the possibility of acquiring new customers through word-of-mouth and logo visibility on advertising assets. Become a sponsor and mingle with Ottawa s elite! PAST & CURRENT SPONSORS

8 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Custom packages are available. Let us create a package that meets your needs. The Senators Soiree is one of the only fundraisers giving you the opportunity to meet the entire active Senators roster, members of the coaching staff and front office. Purchase a table to entertain and impress your biggest client or bring your staff to show your appreciation. 1ST LINE SPONSOR $25,000 Your logo included in a variety of pre and post event print/web/electronic marketing and promotional opportunities and event signage One (1) premier table for eight (8) people, hosted by an Ottawa Senator player or coach and their guest Eight (8) invitations for the Sponsor Reception Half page advertisement in the event program 2ND LINE SPONSOR $12,500 Your logo or name on select pre and post event marketing and promotional opportunities and event signage One (1) table for eight (8) people, hosted by an Ottawa Senator player or coach and their guest Eight (8) invitations for the Sponsor Reception Quarter page advertisement in the event program 3RD LINE SPONSOR $7,500 Your logo or name on select event signage One (1) table for eight (8) people, hosted by an Ottawa Senator player, coach, or alumni and their guest Two (2) invitations to the Sponsors Reception *Up to six (6) additional sponsor reception invitations are available for purchase ($125 each) Business card size advertisement in the event program CORPORATE TABLE $5,000 Corporate name listed in the event program Ten (10) tickets to the cocktail reception and dinner 4TH LINE SPONSOR CASH INVESTMENT + IN-KIND Your logo in the evening s event program Up to eight (8) tickets to the cocktail reception and dinner $5,000 AND UP To find out more about our customized sponsorship packages please contact Jon Bodden at boddenj@ottawasenators.com or at

9 IN-KIND DONATIONS The live, silent and raffle elements of the event contribute in a significant way to the net funds we are able to make available to the hundreds of charities in our community who are in need of funding for grassroots initiatives in health, wealth and social recreation. This is an ideal option for companies who cannot make monetary commitments to the event but who still wish to demonstrate their support. SILENT & LIVE AUCTION Donate a silent or live auction item to get your product or service noticed while giving back to the city. RAFFLE The donation of products or services to our annual event raffle is a useful vehicle for the exposure of your brand. DON T MISS OUT ON THE BIGGEST AND MOST PRESTIGIOUS FUNDRAISER OF THE SEASON. CONTACT US: Please contact Shaundra Mitchener at or mitcheners@ottawasenators.com to discuss donations or gifts of this nature.