Big Bands rock the floor for IDHHC

On November 15th Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre (IDHHC) hosted the 4th annual Big Band Bash which showcased three of Victoria's top Big Bands at the Victoria Edelweiss Club in James Bay. The funds raised support the hearing loss prevention services offered at IDHHC. These include in-services to high school and university music students, and the general public on the importance of looking after their hearing.

The dance floor was rocking and rolling all evening as many from the swing dance community, friends of the centre, and supportive family members turned out to dance and listen to the music of The Island Big Band, The Commodores and The Swiftsure Big Band who graciously donated their time to support this fundraising event. For those wanting to learn some fancy dance steps, a complimentary dance lesson was provided by the Swing Dance Association of Victoria (Swing Victoria).

Many thanks to our sponsors: Broadmead Hearing Clinic, Oak Bay Hearing Clinic, Richardson GMP - advisor Stephen Brice, Larson Music, Seabridge Bathing, Sun Life Financial - advisor John Crisp, Tycon Steel, Harley J. Crabb & Co Inc., Megson FitzPatrick Insurance Services, Alpha Roofing & Sheet Metal Inc, Ellswear dance & activewear, Bottle Depot and Times Colonist. As well, a big thankyou to our prize donors: The Fairmont Empress, The Royal & McPherson Theatre Society, Delta Victoria Ocean Point Resort and Spa, Big Fish Lodge, Strathcona Hotel