Enserva Stars and Spurs Gala

ENSERVA 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA

On behalf of Dirk LePoole, STARS & Spurs Chair and President of Di-Corp, and Gurpreet Lail, President and CEO of Enserva, we are thrilled to announce that the Enserva STARS & Spurs Gala returns on April 6, 2024.

For 30 years, the Enserva STARS & Spurs Gala has brought us together in celebration of our industry’s resilience and hard work.

Thank you to all of our sponsors, and to those who have attended and supported this event in previous years. We can’t wait to see you at this year’s gala.

ABOUT ENSERVA AND STARS

Enserva unlocks Canadian energy by making connections, accessing resources, influencing policy, and providing insights that accelerate the energy evolution. We provide the energy workforce that the world needs to thrive with the most responsible and carefully regulated practices in the world. We make the world a better place by reducing energy poverty, finding new ways to address impacts, and creating economic growth and jobs. Enserva has brought the energy industry and community leaders together to raise funds for STARS since 1994.

Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) was born from the conviction that no one should go without the care that could save their life. Operating 24/7 from bases in Calgary, Edmonton, Grande Prairie, Saskatoon, Regina and Winnipeg, STARS provides critical care, no matter where the patient is located. When needed, STARS is there, physically or virtually—in whatever capacity is required. Since 1985, STARS has embarked on over 55,000 missions. Learn more at stars.ca

HISTORY OF THE ENSERVA STARS & SPURS GALA

The annual Enserva STARS & Spurs Gala is the longest-running and largest fundraiser in Alberta. The event has raised more than $19 million for STARS since 1994 making it STARS’ most significant annual fundraising event.

Enserva is proud that the success of this annual event allows us to make a meaningful impact helping protect our communities, our families, our companies, and our employees; and illustrates our ongoing importance to the Canadian economy and the future of energy.

The Enserva STARS & Spurs Gala is testimony to the priority energy services companies place on the safety of their employees, employees’ families, and their communities.

More than one thousand people attend the Enserva STARS & Spurs Gala each year. We count among our guests corporate executives, government officials, key representatives of the energy services sector, and members of our communities. Many attend year after year, testimony to the excellence of the event, and its offerings of enjoyment, great auction items, fun and creative entertainment, and networking possibilities.

GALA AGENDA

5:00 PM – “You Make a Difference” Reception (Invite-Only), Sponsored by Arc Financial
  • Walk the Enserva Red Carpet, connect with esteemed guests, and savor cocktails and appetizers at this private gathering.
6:00 PM – Pre-Gala Networking, Sponsored by Strathcona Resources
  • Walk the Pembina-sponsored Red Carpet and capture your moment in the spotlight.
  • Enjoy the cash bar, with net proceeds benefiting STARS.
  • Participate in the new 50/50 Raffle sponsored by CES Energy & PureChem, aiming for a $50,000 jackpot that benefits both one lucky winner and STARS.
  • Take part in a Pledge Drive, where for every STARS donation made, ATB Financial will match the donation up to $25,000.
  • Explore unique Silent Auction items, sponsored by Baker Hughes.
  • Bid on the coveted Wall of Wine, sponsored by AMGAS Services, and Beer and Bubbles raffle by Paramount Resources.
  • Buy a drink at the Ice Bar Raffle for a chance to win exquisite jewelry provided by BMO.
  • Take a photo with the digital STARS helicopter thanks to Treeline Well Services’ sponsored Green Screen Technology.
  • Hashtag the night away and make money for STARS, with Halliburton donating to STARS with every post.
  • Reflect on 30 years of STARS missions and milestones with a 100-foot screen showcase, courtesy of Kiwetinohk.
7:30 PM – Dinner and Formal Program
  • The evening progresses with an Indigenous Land Acknowledgement provided by Bravo Target Safety, complemented by a cultural performance and Indigenous dancers sponsored by Ensign.
  • Enjoy the seamless orchestration of the night by our acclaimed Emcee, Dave Kelly, made possible by Propell.
  • Be moved by the powerful stories of our Very Important Patient Speakers, thoughtfully sponsored by Trimac.
  • Relish in a locally inspired menu, featuring premium local beef donated by Cargill, and a plated dinner sponsored by Plains Midstream.
  • End your meal on a high note with a Sweet Ending sponsored by Flint.
  • Don’t forget to bid on the table centerpiece and take home a box of local treats and an at-home cocktail kit sponsored by Element & Essential.
  • Dive into 360 Photobooth fun, spinning all night and sponsored by Ovintiv.
  • Take home a souvenir, thanks to the thoughtful Guest Gifts sponsored by Astro Oilfield.
  • Win one of the amazing Live Auction packages, featuring exclusive items like a Ford Lightning lease fueled by Advantage Ford.
  • Admire the artistry of our Feature Artist’s beaded creations, made possible by Telus.
  • Stay informed and inspired with our Gala Program, illustrating our collective impact, sponsored by Grant Production Testing.
  • Experience a responsible, joyful evening, backed by the conscientious efforts of our Wellness sponsor geoLOGIC and Sustainability sponsor Tamarack Valley.
  • Indulge in the Party Favor chocolates provided by Alberta Blue Cross, a sweet note to complement your evening.
9:00 PM – After Party Ticket Holders Welcomed
  • As the formal festivities wind down, the After Party ramps up. Standalone ticket holders can join the event’s lively atmosphere, enjoying the red carpet, bars, raffles, and silent auction items before the party begins.
  • Exclusive networking continues in the Executive VIP Lounge, a private space with craft cocktails and an intimate setting open to sponsors, LIA donors and buyers, and Gala Board Members, sponsored by Tenaris and NOV.
  • Get your sweet on at the NCS Multistage-sponsored Candy Bar.
  • Stay powered up with Petronas-sponsored Phone Charging Stations.
9:30 PM – The After Party Begins
  • The energy peaks as Gala attendees merge with After Party guests, kicking off a night filled with live Country music, a DJ, and a captivating light show.
  • This electrifying Entertainment Lineup is powered by the EPAC crew: Crew Energy, Westbrick, Teine, and Longshore.
  • Ensure a safe journey home with Crescent Point-sponsored taxi chits, a responsible end to a spectacular evening.
Special Acknowledgements
  • Our amazing STARS volunteers are provided by GFL Environmental.
  • Special mention to Peyto, Fluid Energy, and Heidelberg Materials for sponsoring the STARS crew tables
  • Acknowledging the generosity of Lloyd Saad Insurance for sponsoring the STARS VIP Guests.
Media Partnerships
  • A heartfelt thank you to our media partners, Daily Oil Bulletin and EnergyNow.