An extraordinary evening of inspiration, philanthropy, and community!
 

The Tenors singing to someone

Arthritis Fire Ball Vancouver made a dazzling comeback on May 3, 2025, lighting up the Fairmont Waterfront with an inspiring evening of glamour, generosity, and impact.

This unforgettable gala brought together 330 community leaders, changemakers, and philanthropists, united by a shared commitment to creating a pain-free future for the millions living with arthritis.

Guests were treated to a spectacular night as Global News anchor Sophie Lui set the stage, Fred Lee electrified the room with high-stakes live auctions, and our National Ambassadors, The Tenors, delivered a show-stopping performance that left guests in awe.

Together we raised an incredible $650,000 in support of our “Thriving at Work with Arthritis” Campaign—an urgent initiative that highlights the often-invisible impact of arthritis in the workplace and helps drive critical, underfunded research aimed at supporting employees living with this chronic disease.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated sponsors, community leaders, volunteers, and everyone who contributed to making this event a resounding success. Your commitment to our vision is crucial for building healthier communities.

To learn more about Arthritis Fire Ball Vancouver, or reserve a table for next year’s gala, please contact Kelly Snider, Specialist, Events at ksnider@arthritis.ca.
To learn more about supporting the “Thriving at Work with Arthritis” Campaign and partnership, please contact Mandy Ling, Director, Development at mling@arthritis.ca.

The Tenors on stage

Fire Ball Gala Committee

The Fire Ball Gala Committee is a passionate and driven team of volunteers who generously gave their time and expertise to ensure the Fire Ball Gala was a memorable evening. We extend our heartfelt thanks and deep appreciation for their unwavering commitment and invaluable contributions.

Dorothea Dowling, Chair
Nina Bagri
Rachel Carvalho
Sylvia Ellis
Christine Girodat
Josephine Gonzales
Kathleen Keilty
Jill Killeen
Olivia Luan
Justin Morel
Clifton Murray
Richa Nair
Joelly Segal
Priscilla Wigenbach

Fire Ball speakers

About Arthritis Society Canada

Arthritis Society Canada is dedicated to extinguishing arthritis. We represent the six million Canadians living with arthritis today, and the millions more who are impacted or at risk.

Fueled by the trust and support of our donors and volunteers, Arthritis Society Canada is fighting the fire of arthritis with research, advocacy, innovation, information and support. Through the continued generosity of our supporters, Arthritis Society Canada will achieve our bold dream of making a cure a reality. Together, we can – and will – extinguish arthritis.

Learn more about Arthritis Society Canada