Sedi Awards

The SEDI Awards is an experience unlike any other. It celebrates the drive, strength and passion of the human spirit.

For the fourth time, SEDI will acknowledge the achievements of extraordinary people who have, through SEDI’s initiatives, found a way to overcome challenges such as unemployment, poverty or a disability. They have turned their lives around by becoming more financially literate, by building lasting assets or sharpening their entrepreneurial skills.

The SEDI Awards also recognizes front-line agents who help deliver SEDI’s programs and make a difference in the lives of thousands of low-income Canadians.

This year, CBC Television anchor Suhana Meharchand will return to the Awards as emcee, and Frank McKenna, one of Canada’s most respected business and political leaders, will be the keynote speaker. McKenna is Deputy Chair of TD Bank Financial Group, former Canadian Ambassador to the United States and former Premier of New Brunswick.

Join business, government and community leaders in celebrating the powerful impact of SEDI and its network of community partners across Canada.

Be inspired by people from all walks of life who, with the proper supports and tools, were able to achieve remarkable things.

Make a difference. Help raise funds to support SEDI find innovative solutions to the challenges of poverty in Canada.

WHO:	Over 400 leaders from the private, public and citizen sectors; media and celebrity guests

WHAT:	Reception, dinner, awards ceremony, musical performances

WHEN:	November 13, 2008 5 pm – Reception 6 pm – Dinner and Awards 9 pm – Dessert Reception

WHERE:	Westin Harbour Castle Conference Centre Frontenac Ballroom 1 Harbour Square, Toronto, Ontario Click here for venue information and directions.

About SEDI
SEDI is a national nonprofit organization that uses innovative approaches to help low-income Canadians reach self-sufficiency. For over 20 years, SEDI has worked with more than 800 nonprofit organizations across Canada to deliver its programs. SEDI’s expertise allows it to influence public policy, opening the way for Canadians to enter the social and economic mainstream. The organization’s initiatives focus on three areas: financial literacy, asset-building and entrepreneurship. For more information, visit www.sedi.org.