Phantom Creek Estates' Legacy Gala Raises CAD $250,000 for Youth Music Education and BC Wildfire Recovery

Phantom Creek Estates marked its tenth anniversary with The Phantom Creek Legacy Gala at the Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver, raising a total of CAD $250,000 in support of youth music education and wildfire recovery efforts in British Columbia. The fundraising total was achieved through corporate sponsorships, charitable auctions, special fundraising lots and contributions from guests. Following final financial reconciliation, net proceeds will be allocated in accordance with the confirmed charitable arrangements to support youth music education through the Vancouver Academy of Music (VAM) and wildfire relief and community recovery through United Way British Columbia (United Way BC) . The September 20 gala brought together guests from government, business, education, philanthropy, the arts, media and the wider community to commemorate a decade of Phantom Creek Estates and turn the anniversary into an evening focused on culture, music and charitable giving. A Decade of Phantom Creek Estates Located in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, Phantom Creek Estates draws on a winegrowing heritage that stretches back nearly half a century. Founder and Chairman Richter Bai began a new chapter for the estate in 2016, with a long-term focus on the land, quality and the distinctive character of the Okanagan. Marking the estate's tenth anniversary in 2026, the Gala was built around three themes: TERROIR · LEGACY · GENEROSITY Terroir reflected the estate's connection to the Okanagan landscape and its longstanding winegrowing history. Legacy recognized the people and partnerships that have contributed to Phantom Creek Estates over its first decade. Generosity extended that anniversary beyond the estate itself, bringing together business leaders, artists, educators, charitable organizations and community partners to support young people and communities across British Columbia. Government and Community Leaders Attend Vancouver Gala A congratulatory message from Prime Minister Mark Carney was presented during the evening in recognition of Phantom Creek Estates' tenth anniversary. Guests included Senator Yuen Pau Woo; former Senator Victor Oh; Anne Kang, British Columbia's Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport; Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim; Prince George Mayor Simon Yu; B.C. MLA George Chow; Vancouver City Councillor Lenny Zhou; and Richmond City Councillor Alexa Loo . The Gala also welcomed leaders and representatives from the Vancouver Academy of Music, United Way British Columbia, BMO Private Wealth, the University of British Columbia, Tom Lee Music Canada, Baydo Development Corporation, CHMB AM1320 and other business, educational, cultural and community organizations. Among those attending were Joseph Elworthy, President and CEO of the Vancouver Academy of Music , and Sarah Bollozos, Chief Development Officer of United Way British Columbia . Music Takes Centre Stage Music played a central role in both the artistic program and the Gala's charitable mission.