14th Annual Port Gala Fundraising Event
Annual fundraising gala bringing together port industry leaders and community members to raise funds for local charitable organizations. The 2013 event achieved record attendance of 380 people and raised $180,000 for three community organizations.
The 14th Annual Port Gala Fundraising Event represents the port industry's premier community engagement initiative, bringing together terminal operators, port authorities, and community stakeholders in support of local charitable causes. Co-hosted by Port Metro Vancouver alongside major terminal operators including DP World, Fraser Surrey Docks, Global Container Terminals, and Western Stevedoring, the event demonstrates unprecedented industry collaboration beyond competitive business relationships. The 2013 gala achieved record-breaking success with 380 attendees and $180,000 in funds raised, highlighting the growing commitment of the port sector to community investment. Since its inception in 1999, the event has generated $1.3 million for various community organizations across the Lower Mainland, establishing it as a cornerstone of corporate social responsibility for the Vancouver port industry. The event's success reflects the port sector's recognition of its role as a community partner, while providing valuable networking opportunities for industry professionals and community leaders to connect around shared values of social impact and community development.
Event Details
- Date
- January 1, 2013
- Location
- Lower Mainland, British Columbia
- By
- Port Metro Vancouver
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