Aeroplan Program Supports Selkirk Students

This year, Selkirk College will be celebrating the 20th Anniversary of its signature event—the Gala! This event is held each year to raise money to support students through awards, projects and field trips.

During the Selkirk College Gala, a live and silent auction will be held. As part of the live auction, the auction committee will be holding their Aeroplan Charitable Pooling Program once again. The program allows individuals to contribute their Aeroplan Miles to the success of Selkirk students.

Every Aeroplan Mile that is donated goes towards becoming a key gift for the silent auction at the Selkirk College Gala, which takes place on November 28 at Mary Hall in Nelson. The goal is to collect 100,000 miles and auction a “trip”.

"This is a wonderful way for individuals in our communities to contribute directly to supporting the future of students in our region. Anyone can donate their miles to Selkirk College and support our students,” says Pat Henman, Donor Development Coordinator for Selkirk.

Last year over $12,000.00 from the live and silent auction proceeds went to the Athletics Program and the programs that hosted the event which included; the Professional Cook, Resort and Hotel Management, Contemporary Music and Technology and Aviation programs. This year, proceeds from the silent auction will go to the Human Services program.

The program allows one month to collect the miles. The deadline for donating this year is October 19, 2009.

For more information and to donate your Aeroplan Miles to Selkirk College, please call 250.505.1324 or email Pat Henman.

First published on October 06, 2009