We’re hosting an event in order to raise funds and keep the West End Phoenix growing into an uncertain future. With our friends at Mildred’s Temple Kitchen, we are presenting an evening of food, beverages, a live auction of one-of-a-kind experiences, an intimate conversation between Sarah Polley (Women Talking) and hockey legend Ken Dryden, music by Julian Taylor and hosted by West End Phoenix publisher Dave Bidini.

West End Phoenix 5th Annual Fundraiser to Support Independent Journalism

West End Phoenix 4th Annual Fundraiser to Support Independent Journalism

West End Phoenix 3rd Annual Fundraiser to Support Independent Journalism

Featuring a one-night-only instrumental performance of The Beach Boys’ Pet Sounds in its entirety with the Pet Sounds Band featuring Christine Bougie (guitars), Dafydd Hughes (Wurlitzer), Andrew Downing (cello) and Julia Hambleton (clarinets).

Join us for an intimate Margaret Atwood Garden Party and a conversation between two of Canada’s greatest writers: Margaret Atwood and Claudia Dey. Light and delicious food and fizzy and perfect drink provided!

Featuring: Sarah Harmer and Georgia Harmer / Chris and Patrick from Sloan / Rheostatics with Alex Lifeson of Rush / Terra Lightfoot / Michie Mee / Tom Wilson of Blackie and the Rodeo Kings / Molly Johnson / Tabby Johnson / Ryan Boldt of Deep Dark Woods with Jenny Berkel / Dave Wall of Bourbon Tabernacle Choir / Emm Gryner and Sleahy / Lucas Silveira and Katelyn Molgard / Stephen Stanley and Shawn William Clark / Jane Gowan and Mary Harmer / Plus many more!

Featuring master electric violinist Hugh Marsh (Bruce Cockburn/Rheostatics), guitarist Christine Bougie and guests, plus Claudia Dey and Elamin Abdelmahmoud.

❯❯❯ LIVE FROM THE GLADSTONE HOTEL !! MORE WEST END PHOENIX SUBSCRIPTIONS = MORE WEST END STORIES ! ! ! ❮❮

Featuring: Rheostatics, Alex Lifeson (of Rush), Whitehorse, Nasim Asgari and Special Guests. Hosted by Tom Wilson (Lee Harvey Osmond)