IGNITE

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IGNITE, SMA’s signature fundraising gala, raises critical funds for
bursaries and school programs that ignite opportunity,
spark ambition, and embolden girls to Hold High the Torch.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Academy,
a powerful celebration of the limitless potential of young women
and the life-changing power of education.

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Attention Attendees:

We are counting down to the SMA IGNITE Gala this weekend and look forward to welcoming you to St. Mary's Academy for an inspiring evening. Below are a few helpful details to help you plan.

EVENT DETAILS

Location:
St. Mary's Academy, 550 Wellington Crescent

Date & Time:
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Doors Open — 5:30 PM
Reception, Dinner, After-Party
Last Call — 12:00 AM

Tickets:
This is a ticketless event. Please keep your email confirmation and check-in using the name(s) on your registration.

Campus Map & Parking:
Please see below for a campus map. Parking is available on site in all three SMA parking lots (marked "P") however we recommend ride-sharing whenever possible to alleviate congestion.

Entrance:
Enter through the Administration doors with the old stone steps at the far end of the campus (facing Wellington) marked with a large star on the campus map.

Accessibility:
For those requiring a more accessible entrance, please make your way to the "Ramp Door Accessible Entrance" off of the courtyard parking lot (North East corner). An SMA student will be waiting to greet you and escort you to the elevator.

Shuttle:
A shuttle vehicle has been arranged to help guests get from their cars to the entrance at the beginning of the evening. It will stop in all three SMA parking lots and pull over at the side of the road as needed. Please don't hesitate to flag down the driver if you'd like a lift.

Exit:
At the end of the evening, all guests will exit through the Alumnae Hall doors and travel to their vehicles by foot.

A Few Tips to Make the Most of the Event:

• It looks like Saturday will be a cold one outside! We will have a full service coat/boot check on site so please don't hesitate to bundle up before making your way to the school.
• SMA is made up of very old buildings and, as such, we don't have the same temperature controls as modern buildings. With this many people celebrating in close proximity, it is likely that indoor temperatures will be on the warmer side so please keep this in mind when planning what to wear.
• In addition to the Online Auction running now, an exclusive live auction and raffle await our guests on gala night.
• Did we tell you there is going to be a specialty coffee bar courtesy of De Luca's Specialty Food Store and a chocolate fountain at the after-party?
• We would also love to see and share your joy—please tag us in your photos @smawinnipeg

Contact & Questions:
SMA Advancement Office
Email: advancement@smamb.ca
Call: 204-560-6924

* Please share this information with everyone in your party. *

We are grateful for your support and look forward to gathering with you at St. Mary’s Academy for an evening that will ignite opportunity and impact.

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A single spark can set the world aglow