Landmark lass Scotland

The scene at Chester Hall. (Glenfinnan photographs by Nolan Bryant when it comes to Globe and Mail)

Held on the basis of one of Canada’s largest and much more over-the-top homes, Chester Hall, on Nov. 14 had been a dinner for 100 meant for the restoration associated with the Glenfinnan Monument in Scotland. This year the memorial, one of Scotland’s more iconic landmarks set inside the majestic Highland landscape in the head associated with the Loch Shiel near Fort William, will celebrate its 200th anniversary and it also’s just starting to show its age. Needing fix and vital preservation, The National Trust for Scotland, with taken care of the memorial since 1938, has stepped in. With friends and supporters around the world, the organization may be the largest conservation land manager in Scotland, attempting to protect countless castles, home gardens and collections the enjoyment of years to come.

Alasdair Nichol and Angus MacDonald.

This most recent gala, held in Oakville, Ont., brought together prominent Canadians with Scottish ancestry to improve resources when it comes to renovation. A handful of lots were auctioned down by Alasdair Nichol (familiar to followers of Antiques Roadshow) to raise significant resources for the task. The auction block choices included stays in historic houses – grouse shooting recommended – and a Scottish landscape artwork by Frances Macdonald. later on, there was clearly a tribute to Turriff-born piper and composer Gordon Duncan by younger piper Callum Harper, followed closely by Robert Lovie, a Scottish entertainer (which takes place to reside in Fyvie Castle, one of several trust’s numerous historic properties) plus the evening’s number, whom by using gala-goers, done Bonnie Lass o’Fyvie and Bonnie Banks o’Loch Lomond.

Callum Harper.

In attendance, numerous in formal Highland gown: nationwide Trust for Scotland Foundation’s leader Simon Skinner, vice-president Angus MacDonald, additionally the Canadian National Trust for Scotland Foundation’s Rebecca Goodwin; mining professional and philanthropist Robert M. Buchan; Alexander McQueen-clad socialite Jill Joyce, that has additionally hosted events the foundation; star Ferelith younger; BrandActive companion James Burn; and philanthropist Nona Macdonald Heaslip. The function raised 0, 000 toward the repair.

Nona Macdonald Heaslip and Jill Joyce.

James Burn.

Catherine Nugent.

Philanthropist Robert M. Buchan.

Canada Club London supper

William Smith, Clara Gonzalez-Martin, Sir Christopher Ondaatje, The Hon. Alexandra Shackleton, John Geiger. (Canada Club photographs by Amanda Clay)

The Canada Club in London – the oldest historic Canadian club on international earth – hosted its annual autumn supper on Oct. 9, this present year held within Travellers Club on Pall Mall, the oldest surviving associated with the pall-mall groups. It absolutely was a fitting setting as John Geiger, author and Royal Canadian geographic community CEO, was this year’s visitor lecturer. He talked about their current focus on the Franklin Expedition, and on the advancement of Erebus. The dinner additionally honoured businessman, philanthropist, adventurer and Canadian bob-sledding Olympian Sir Christopher Ondaatje, who was presented with the secondever Canada Club Medal. The club’s patron, their Royal Highness Prince Philip, could be the only other person for the honour.

Ellen Curtis, Robert Edge, Fiona Colegrave.

Also in attendance: Dr. Rita Gardner, director of Royal Geographic Society; Morgan Stanley’s Ian Gillespie; life-president of James Caird Society Alexandra Shackleton, granddaughter of noted polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton; Goldman, Sachs & Co.’s Clara Gonzalez– Martin; woman Kim Ondaatje; and Canada Club chair Lisa Tomas.