Illuminations Luncheon
presented by RBC Wealth Management

 

March 8, 2027 | International Women’s Day
12:00pm-2:00pm | Vancouver Convention Centre 

LEAD WITH PURPOSE.
ADVANCE WOMEN’S HEALTH THROUGH RESEARCH.
 


On International Women’s Day 2027, BC Women’s Health Foundation Illuminations Luncheon presented by RBC Wealth Management brings together a community committed to advancing women’s health through meaningful action.
 

Join influential leaders across business, philanthropy, healthcare, and government for an afternoon of exceptional connection, a three-course luncheon, and groundbreaking insights from emerging health innovators and internationally recognized researchers transforming the future of women’s health. 

This is where ideas become impact. Together, we champion bold research, accelerate discovery, and strengthen care for women and newborns. 

TABLES + TICKETS

Early-Bird Ticket: $225

Regularly $275

Limited availability. Purchase before September 30 or while quantities remain.

Early-Bird Table: $1,800

Regularly $2,200

Limited availability. Purchase before September 30 or while quantities remain.

Tables include:

  • Table for 8 guests
  • Option to add up to 2 additional tickets (maximum table of 10)

Leadership Table: $3,500

An Exclusive Philanthropic Experience

Leadership Tables are designed for organizations and community leaders seeking a deeper connection to women’s health research, innovation, and thought leadership.

Limited Availability

Each Leadership Table Includes: 

  • Premium table for 8 guests
  • Exclusive opportunity to host a women’s health leader at your table
  • Preferred table placement in the room
  • Logo or brand recognition on table signage
  • Recognition on the digital donor wall at BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre (updated annually)

Keynote Speaker

Who will take the stage as this year’s Illuminations keynote? 

Illuminations has welcomed an extraordinary roster of cultural icons and change-makers to its stage, globally recognized voices whose work has shaped culture, challenged systems, and defined public discourse across health, justice, and society, including:  

  • Dr. Bonnie Henry  
  • Jody Wilson-Raybould 
  • Hayley Wickenheiser  
  • Erin Brockovich  
  • Mia Farrow  
  • Marlee Matlin  
  • Deepa Mehta  
  • Jeanne Beker  
  • Margaret Trudeau 

Fund Life-Changing Research

Your gift closes the gap in women’s and newborn care. At Illuminations, you have the opportunity to invest directly in the groundbreaking research of the Women’s Health Research Institute (WHRI). Your support helps launch the brightest minds and most innovative ideasdriving discoveries that improve care and change lives for decades to come. 

Research Panel

Hear from leading experts shaping the future of women’s health.

More details to come!  

Research Spotlight

 

Discover groundbreaking research made possible by BC Women’s Health Foundation donors during this pre-luncheon breakout session.

More details to come!

Thank you to our Event + Illuminations Luncheon advisors

Dr. Sadiq Abdulla 
Afshan Basaria 
Dr. Lori Brotto 
Dr. Geneive Burley 
Madeleine Clerides 
Dr. Kathryn Dewar
Nicole Prestley
Jody Quine 
Lisa Skidmore

Dr. Sarah Harbottle 
Whitney Law 
Janice Lee 
Dr. Monica Li 
Margarita Lurye 
Dr. Gina Ogilvie
Kim Tom 
Jennifer Wick

Women’s Health Research Month

 

Illuminations launches Women’s Health Research Month. Throughout March, BCWHF, in partnership with BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre and the WHRI, spotlight groundbreaking research and inspiring stories that drive investment in world-leading innovation. Join us in creating lasting impact—an ideal way to extend your International Women’s Day activities.

Presenting

Research Panel

Bronze

MANCHULENKO FAMILY
FOUNDATION

Audio Visual

Lighting

Photography

We acknowledge that we carry out our work on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) nations.

 

When we refer to “women”, we are referring to women in all their diversity, inclusive of LGBTQ2SAI+ individuals.