Join us at the 2025 South Vancouver Island Gala on Saturday, March 8!
Limited tickets remain, purchase your tickets here.
We are delighted to be hosting our 2025 South Vancouver Island Gala Dinner & Auction at the Fairmont Empress on Saturday, March 8, 2025! Join us to celebrate the 30th anniversary of this longstanding event and the tremendous impact it’s had – thanks to you – on restoring salmon. Funds raised will enable efforts by passionate people hard at work for salmon.
Cocktail hour will kick off at 5:30 PM with decadent seafood appetizers donated by Finest at Sea Ocean Products, music, featured raffles, and an exclusive silent auction. Dinner will follow at 7:00 PM, before an exciting live auction!
Your support of the South Vancouver Island Gala Dinner & Auction will play a critical role in funding programs in conservation, restoration, and salmon science.
Hotel rooms are available to stay at the Fairmont Empress at a negotiated rate, based on availability.
If you would like to learn how you can support the South Vancouver Island Gala with a charitable contribution, gift-in-kind donation or sponsorship, please contact Christina McIntyre at cmcintyre@psf.ca.
Each year, founding dinner committee member Pat George creates a custom image for our South Vancouver Island Gala, and this year is no exception. Pat dedicates his time to help make the event a success each year, and also donates many of his pieces of artwork to our fundraising events.
Pat is a creative, meticulous, and well-known artist and a retired professor from the art program at the University of Victoria, of which he was a part of for more than 30 years. Pat is also an avid angler and conservationist. Thank you Pat!
Thank you to our sponsors
Live Auction Sneak Peek
Catered Finest at Sea Seafood Feast for 12
Donated by: Finest at Sea OCEAN PRODUCTS
Bob Fraumeni and his team at Finest at Sea Ocean Products not only donated all of the seafood for this year’s gala, they are also offering a West Coast seafood feast for 12 people in your own home! Sit back and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Finest at Sea’s brilliant culinary expert, Chef Anna Hunt, featuring crab, mussels, clams, spot prawns and all the trimmings. All locally sourced and sustainability-focused! Date to be mutually arranged with the Finest at Sea team.
Pair of Scotty 2106B Downriggers
Donated by: Scotty Fishing, Marine and Outdoor Products
Scotty’s 2106B Depthwater Downriggers are the most popular Scotty Electric Downriggers on the market. They feature a 36 – 60” telescoping stainless steel boom for extra reach that collapses for storage. Scotty downriggers come fully assembled and factory tested with complete saltwater protection for a great “big boat” downrigger!
“Give ‘er on the River” for Two People
Donated by: o’fishal fishing charters
You and a friend will enjoy a full day drift down the Cowichan River with Nelson Karger, guiding for Island Outfitters. You will fish for steelhead or trout in the Spring. This is sure to be a day to remember! Fishing licenses are not included. Reservations are required and must be mutually agreed upon in Fall of 2025 or Spring of 2026.
Chatterbox Falls tour for two people
Donated by: ocean air floatplanes
Enjoy a private floatplane adventure for two people over the forested Gulf Islands and beautiful Sunshine Coast while en route to Chatterbox Falls at the head of Princess Louisa Inlet. Your round-trip flight will conveniently depart from Patricia Bay and once you arrive at Princess Louisa Marine Park you will explore the area on a one-hour walk to the 120′ falls, which empty the Loquilts River into the inlet. Trip to be booked within 2025, subject to availability and weather.
Pair of Seachoice paddle boards
Donated by: Mercury Marine
These 10’6” Seachoice inflatable stand-up paddle boards have great stability, allowing them to handle many different conditions. They are portable and travel friendly and feature anti-slip decking with durable construction.
Three-night Tofino Getaway for Two People
Donated by: Wickaninnish Inn AND OAKCREST PARK ESTATES
Escape to Tofino for a Winter Storm Watching or Spring Season Getaway for two people! You will spend three nights in a deluxe guest room in the casual luxury of the Wickaninnish on the Beach. A three course dinner at The Pointe Restaurant is also included (excluding alcohol). Reservations are required and are subject to availability, excludes holidays and special occasions. Valid March 9 through April 30, 2025 or October 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026 or October 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027. Excludes Canadian and US holidays and Valentine’s Day.
Zodiac Whale Watching Tour for up to 12 people
Donated by: Prince of Whales
Gather your group of 12 people for a private three-hour zodiac whale watching and marine wildlife viewing adventure from Victoria Harbour with Prince of Whales. Suit up in a Mustang Survival Suit and get on board an expertly guided 12-passenger Zodiac for an adrenalin-pumping adventure! Reservations are required and are based upon availability through December 31, 2026.
West Coast Vancouver Island Angling Adventure for Two People
Donated by: Port Eliza lodge
You and a guest will visit the rugged West Coast of Vancouver Island to spending three nights/four days fishing the abundant waters surrounding Port Eliza Lodge in Esperanza Inlet. Enjoy 30 hours of fishing aboard comfortable and fully equipped fishing cruisers with professional guides, while angling for albacore tuna, coho, Chinook, halibut and ling cod. This trip is for a date to be mutually arranged during the first week of September of 2025. Fishing licenses and gratuities not included.
Vancouver Canucks getaway for two people
Donated by: Helijet
Fly to Vancouver to take in the Vancouver Canucks vs. Minnesota Wild on Saturday, April 12th. You enjoy in the excitement from row 2 upper bowl seats at Rogers Arena before your overnight stay with continental breakfast at the Rosedale on Robson (based upon double occupancy). Longstanding supporter Helijet will provide scenic round-trip flights from Victoria Harbour to Vancouver Harbour on their scheduled Sikorsky-76 aircraft.
SuzUmar 320 Inflatable & 2.5 HP Suzuki Engine
Donated by: Sherwood Marine
Hit the water in a lightweight and portable 10.5 ft. Suzumar inflatable boat. This package is designed to be easily transported and can carry up to five people. Sherwood Marine has paired this high-performance boat with a Suzuki 2.5 horsepower 4-stroke manual start outboard – with a 5-year warranty. Also included are 2 oars, a foot pump, and accessories as displayed.
World Class Angling Adventure for Two
Donated by: Langara Fishing Adventures
This is an all-inclusive four or five day trip to the world famous Langara Fishing Lodge. This incredible package includes return airfare from Vancouver to Haida Gwaii and a scenic helicopter trip to the lodge. Accommodations, all meals, alcohol with meals, a private unguided 19’ boat, all fishing equipment and care of your catch are also included. You’ll enjoy Langara’s first class service, gourmet dining and luxurious accommodations, all just minutes away from the most abundant salmon and halibut fishing in the world. Redeemable for trips in May, June or September 2025, subject to availability at the time of booking. Guided angling may be arranged through the lodge at an added cost.
SEVEN NIGHT Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort Bahamas Getaway For Two
Donated by: Oak Bay Marine Group
Escape to paradise with a seven-night beachfront getaway for two at Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort on Long Island, Bahamas. Wake up to breathtaking ocean views from your private bungalow and spend your days exploring the crystal-clear waters with a half-day bonefishing trip, a half-day reef fishing adventure, and a snorkeling experience for two. All meals are included (excluding alcohol), allowing you to indulge in fresh, island-inspired cuisine at the resort’s full-service restaurant. Whether you’re unwinding on the powder-soft sand or taking advantage of optional activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, and scuba diving, this experience promises the perfect
blend of relaxation and adventure. The connecting flight from Nassau to Long Island is included with the trip. Alcohol and airfare to Nassau is not included. Travel is valid until March 7, 2026, with blackout dates applying. Please note black out dates: March 7 – April 21, 2025,
Nov. 20 – 30, 2025 and Dec. 16, 2025 to Jan. 7, 2026.
