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| Friday, May 4 | |
| 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Registration / Open House Pick up your name tag and any tickets you purchased and explore the old school ahead of the evening's events, including classrooms set up with displays of photos and archival material from each decade. |
| 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Reunion Opening / Variety Night – $20 (Alumni Auditorium) Join us as we officially open the weekend with brief words from Lisgar’s current Principal and special guests, then sit back and enjoy a series of performances from talented students and alumni – including impressionist and comedian Rich Little. Performers: Lisgar Symphonic Winds, Valdy (1962), Vlad Shvartsman (1992), Peter Perez (2018), Jeannie Smith (Ferguson, 1968), Abbey Sugars-Keen (2020), Neil Rau (1984), Steve Groves (1967), Rich Little (1957). Masters of Ceremonies: Joe Kirby (2000) and Luiza Savage (Chwialkowska, 1992). |
| 7:00 – 11:00 PM | “Blue and Grey” Pub Night (Gym) Have a drink or two while reconnecting with fellow alumni. Musical entertainment will include Lisgar grad and renowned singer-songwriter Valdy (1962). Cash bar. |
| 9:15 – 11:00 PM | Trivia Night – $10 at the door (Cafeteria) Play against current students in a fun yet competitive trivia contest featuring questions about the school and its alumni, as well as on a range of general knowledge topics. Please check in around 9 PM or immediately following the Reunion Opening / Variety Night. Teams of four maximum—we can help you make a team. Prizes. Light refreshments will be served. |
| Saturday, May 5 | |
| 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM | Registration / Open House Didn’t make it on the Friday night? Pick up your name tag and any tickets you purchased, and set off to explore the old school, including classrooms set up with displays of photos and archival material from each decade. |
| 9:00 – 10:30 AM | Teachers’ Breakfast (teachers and staff only) – $15 (Officers' Mess) Did you teach or work at Lisgar? Reconnect with old colleagues over a buffet breakfast before meeting former students. |
| 10:00 – 11:00 AM | School Tour with David Jeanes – sold out Discover things about Lisgar and its architecture that you surely never knew. Lisgar grad David Jeanes is President of Heritage Ottawa. |
| 10:30 – 12:00 noon | Meet the Teachers (Officers' Mess) Looking to reconnect with a special teacher? This promises to be the best moment to track him or her down. |
| 12:00 noon – 2:00 PM | Lunch – BBQ (Outdoors) Grab a bite on the Mall and keep a look out for old friends and classmates. |
| 12:45 – 2:45 PM | Musical Performances (Alumni Auditorium) Lisgar’s award-winning musical ensembles continue to be among the best in the city, if not the province. Symphonic Winds, 12:45 – 1:30 PM. String Ensemble, 1:45 – 2:00 PM. Symphony Orchestra, 2:00 – 2:45 PM. |
| 1:00 – 2:00 PM | School Tour with David Jeanes – sold out Discover things about Lisgar and its architecture that you surely never knew. Lisgar grad David Jeanes is President of Heritage Ottawa. |
| 3:00 – 4:00 PM | School Tour with David Jeanes – sold out Discover things about Lisgar and its architecture that you surely never knew. Lisgar grad David Jeanes is President of Heritage Ottawa. |
| 6:00 PM – 12:00 midnight | Reception and Dinner / Dance – $125 (Shaw Centre) Head just across the Canal for a reception and sit-down dinner. After dinner, dance the night away with fellow alumni from eight different decades. Master of Ceremonies: Rosemary Thompson (1983). |
| Sunday, May 6 | |
| 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM | Registration / Open House Haven’t picked up your name tag yet? Don’t miss your last chance to explore the old school and visit the various displays. |
| 9:30 – 10:30 AM | School Tour with David Jeanes – sold out Discover things about Lisgar and its architecture that you surely never knew. Lisgar grad David Jeanes is President of Heritage Ottawa. |
| 10:45 – 11:45 AM | School Tour with David Jeanes – sold out Discover things about Lisgar and its architecture that you surely never knew. Lisgar grad David Jeanes is President of Heritage Ottawa. |
| 12:00 noon – 1:30 PM | Athletic Wall of Fame Induction (Gym) Welcome eleven new Lisgarites to the school’s Athletic Wall of Fame, which honours those who have made notable achievements in the world of sports and athletics. The ceremony will be immediately followed by an informal reception to which all in attendance are invited. |
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Flag Raising and Student Assembly |
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Friday Night Open House |
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Reunion Opening and Variety Night |
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Blue and Grey Pub Night |
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Meet the Teachers |
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Saturday Open House and BBQ |
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Dinner and Dance |
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Sunday Open House |
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Athletic Wall of Fame Induction |
Dear fellow Lisgarite,
As Honorary Fundraising Chairs of the 175th Anniversary Reunion, we are proud to solicit your support for the Friends of Lisgar Campaign.
At the heart of any secondary school is the auditorium—the scene of concerts, plays, recitals, commencement ceremonies, assemblies, and, of course, reunions. In the case of Lisgar, the Alumni Auditorium, renamed in recognition of the generous donations received at the 160th anniversary celebrations, is arguably the most beautiful and historic in the city.
Unfortunately, time takes its toll, and the Alumni Auditorium finds itself in need of a great deal of new equipment—speakers, a sound board, lighting, curtains, a hanging projector and screen, and more. While the school board can cover the most urgent of expenses, Lisgar is counting on the Friends of Lisgar Campaign to bring the Alumni Auditorium up to the standards necessary for student life in the 21st century.
No contribution is too small, and all donations are tax-receiptable through the Lisgar Fund. In addition, all donors will be recognized for their contributions at a special event in the Alumni Auditorium once the improvements have been made.
The following outlines the different donor categories and recognition:
| Supporter ($75–$149) | Mention in newsletter |
| Sponsor ($150–$749) | Engraved name plate affixed to a seat in the refurbished Alumni Auditorium, as well as mention in newsletter |
| Patron ($750–$1,499) | Name permanently displayed on the Lisgar 175th commemorative board in Lisgar’s main entrance, as well as name plate affixed to a seat in the refurbished Alumni Auditorium and mention in newsletter |
| Benefactor ($1,500+) | Special commemorative medallion, as well as name permanently displayed on the Lisgar 175th commemorative board in Lisgar’s main entrance, name plate affixed to a seat in the refurbished Alumni Auditorium, and mention in newsletter |
 Doug Arrand (1961, teacher 1967-2000) 
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 Neil V. Rau, MD, FRCPC (1984) 
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Dear fellow Lisgarite,
As Honorary Fundraising Chairs of the 175th Anniversary Reunion, we are proud to solicit your support for the Friends of Lisgar Campaign.
At the heart of any secondary school is the auditorium—the scene of concerts, plays, recitals, commencement ceremonies, assemblies, and, of course, reunions. In the case of Lisgar, the Alumni Auditorium, renamed in recognition of the generous donations received at the 160th anniversary celebrations, is arguably the most beautiful and historic in the city.
Unfortunately, time takes its toll, and the Alumni Auditorium finds itself in need of a great deal of new equipment—speakers, a sound board, lighting, curtains, a hanging projector and screen, and more. While the school board can cover the most urgent of expenses, Lisgar is counting on the Friends of Lisgar Campaign to bring the Alumni Auditorium up to the standards necessary for student life in the 21st century.
No contribution is too small, and all donations are tax-receiptable through the Lisgar Fund. In addition, all donors will be recognized for their contributions at a special event in the Alumni Auditorium once the improvements have been made.
The following outlines the different donor categories and recognition:
| Supporter ($75–$149) | Mention in newsletter |
| Sponsor ($150–$749) | Engraved name plate affixed to a seat in the refurbished Alumni Auditorium, as well as mention in newsletter |
| Patron ($750–$1,499) | Name permanently displayed on the Lisgar 175th commemorative board in Lisgar’s main entrance, as well as name plate affixed to a seat in the refurbished Alumni Auditorium and mention in newsletter |
| Benefactor ($1,500+) | Special commemorative medallion, as well as name permanently displayed on the Lisgar 175th commemorative board in Lisgar’s main entrance, name plate affixed to a seat in the refurbished Alumni Auditorium, and mention in newsletter |
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Doug Arrand (1961, teacher 1967-2000)
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Neil V. Rau, MD, FRCPC (1984)
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| Andaz Ottawa Byward Market (map) | A limited number of rooms will be available for the nights of May 4 and 5 at a rate of $209 plus taxes. Reservations should be made here. |
| Cartier Place Suite Hotel (map) | Economy One Bedroom Suite: One bed in the bedroom and one double pull-out sofa in the living room, fully equipped kitchen (no dishwasher), dining area and balcony. $139 plus taxes (regular rate $189). Superior One Bedroom Suite: One Queen size bed in the bedroom and one double pull-out sofa in the living room, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, dining area and balcony. $149 plus taxes (regular rate $199). Two Bedroom Suite: One Queen bed in the master bedroom, two twin beds in the second bedroom, and one double pull-out sofa in the living room, fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, dining area and balcony. $189 plus taxes (regular rate $239). Reservations should be made at 613-236-5000, using the preferred rate name Lisgar 175th Reunion. |
| Lord Elgin Hotel (map) | A limited number of rooms will be available for the nights of May 4 and 5 at a rate of $189 plus taxes. Reservations should be made by May 1 at 1-800-267-7298 or by email at reservations@lordelgin.ca, indicating you are part of the Lisgar Collegiate 175th Reunion. |
| The Westin Ottawa (map) | A 15% discount is being offered to Lisgar Alumni for the reunion weekend, for on-line bookings only. Reservations should be made here. |
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