CENTRE CULTUREL SYRIEN

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A CONCERT FOR SYRIA 2015 EDITION MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR e consequences of the displacements of this population warrant everyone's attention. is is one of the world's most important humanitarian issues, which is why we are responding by welcoming those who will choose to start a new life in Montréal. I would like to acknowledge the e orts of Le centre culturel syrien, which plays such an important social and community role in Montréal, and wish the organizers of this event continued success. Denis Coderre Mayor of Montréal MONTRÉAL MAYOR DENIS CODERRE SPEAKING AT THE 2015 EDITION OF A CONCERT FOR SYRIA PAGE 3

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1 A CONCERT FOR SYRIA EDITION MCGILL I MEDICI ORCHESTRA WHAT WHERE WHEN WHY HOW Concert for Syria is a bene t concert to help displaced Syrians in Syria. Program: Joseph Haydn's Symphony No. 104, "London Symphony" and Franz Schubert's Sixth Symphony performed by Orchester I Medeci di McGill e Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul 3415 Redpath Street, Montreal, H3G 2G2 Sunday, March 11, Concert at 4 pm, the doors will open at 3:30 pm THE CHURCH OF ST. ANDREW AND S T. PAUL Since the beginning of the con ict more than 5 years ago, the number of lives uprooted or negatively affected has reached alarming proportions. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), there are reportedly 8.7 million internally displaced people in Syria. In addition, 4.8 million Syrians have ed their country. ese numbers demonstrate that almost half of the Syrian population (23 million) is in urgent need of humanitarian aid. Originally established as a cultural and social club in 1976, Le centre culturel syrien was re-organized in 2015 to help alleviate the suffering of those exposed to the consequences of the brutal con ict in Syria. rough its 2015 edition of A Concert for Syria, performed by the I Medici di McGill Orchestra in Montreal's Notre- Dame Basilica, Le centre culturel syrien was able to raise $80,000. Proceeds from the event were donated to Oxfam-Québec and Development and Peace, established organizations that are providing humanitarian aid, including clean water, food, and clothing, to those in need in Syria. For its edition, Le centre culturel syrien, in collaboration with the I Medici di McGill Orchestra, aims to once again raise funds for internally displaced Syrians as well as for Syrian refugees living in Montréal. e proceeds will be donated to the following organizations: McGill University's scholarship fund for Syrian refugees in Montréal e Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS Canada) Le centre culturel syrien PAGE 11

L orchestre IMedici di McGill The orchestra I Medici di McGill (McGill Doctors) was founded in 1989. It is mainly composed of musical talents from McGill University's Faculty of Medicine, as well as the faculty's colleagues and friends who are passionate about medicine and music. I Medici di McGill Orchestra A CONCERT FOR SYRIA 2015 The orchestra, which is in its 30th season, has more than 65 musicians. Over the years, more than 400 instrumentalists have collaborated with the ensemble. Since 2014, the ensemble has been under the musical direction of Gilles Auger, who succeeded Iwan Edwards (2000-2014) and Wanda Kaluzny (1989-2000). http://www.imedici.mcgill.ca. PAGE 12

2 EXHIBITION OF SYRIAN PHOTOGRAPHS THE P AST &THE PRESENT MCGI LL U NIVERSITY 22/23 FEB The CCS will present an exhibition of Syrian photographs, including historic and original 19th-century photos and works of several contemporary Syrian photographers. This is one of the most anticipated activities within the framework of McGill University's One Syria campaign. MIDEASTIMAGE. COM PAGE 13

3 A CONFERENCE ON THE RECONSTRUCTION OF SYRIA MCGILL U NIVERSITY 23FEB A renowned Syrian architect will discuss the opportunities and challenges associated with rebuilding his country PAGE 14

4 1) An exhibition documenting the historical SYRIANS IN C ANADA, YESTERDAY AND TODAY influence of Syrians in Canada 2) An online portal to help refugees 3) Research on the number of Syrian newcomers to Montreal and their needs 4) Workshops on finding a job 5) Language courses PAGE 15

5 EXHIBIT OF SYRIAN A RTISTS SUMMER Following the success of our exhibition at the Musée des Maîtres et des Artisans de Montréal in the fall of 2017, a larger exhibition of Syrian artists' works is scheduled for summer. PAINTING BY JOSEPH MOUKHTAR PAGE 16

6 ONLINE PORTAL FOR SYRIAN CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS This centralized online platform will allow generous donors to support a significant number of approved charities working in several Syrian cities. The needs envisaged are numerous: orphanages, women victims of violence, visual and hearing impairment, mental health and various medical needs. This will be a highly effective and transparent portal for charitable projects. PAGE 17

7 MOMENT OF H OPE:IMMERSIVE BENEFIT NIGHT The Syrian Cultural Center is in discussion with Cirque Éloize to offer you a unique, mysterious and artistic benefit evening celebrating Syrian culture and the art of the circus. A memorable evening not to be missed! PAGE 18

8 CCS MCGILL EDUCATION FUND In, we plan to continue our successful partnership with McGill University. The Scholarship Fund for Syrian Students that we have helped establish totals more than $60,000. We hope to grow this fund to offer a number scholarships and workshops, and to support research projects related to Syrian refugees. PAGE 19

9 SYRIAN BOOKS FOR QUÉBEC LIBRARIES Books are a uniquely portable magic. Stephen King The Syrian Cultural Center will collaborate with Quebec libraries wishing to create a collection of Syrian books or enrich those collections they already have. PAGE 20

CATEGORIES PLATINUM 5000$ GOLD 3000$ SILVER 1500$ BRONZE 750$ CCS website promotion Logo/name on CCS site for Advertising in concert brochure Full page 1/2 page 1/4 page 1/8 page Freebies (private reception) ** 6 X tickets of $100 4 X tickets of $100 2 X tickets of $100 1 X tickets of $100 Logo+ name at entrance banner ** Acknowledgment during the speech ** Promotional Facebook publication "Special Mention": Sponsorships of $ 250 will be posted and thanked on the site of the CCS ** EDITION OF A CONCERT FOR SYRIA PAGE 21

F O R M Our ability to help those in need in Syria is due to the generous support of our sponsors. Please refer to the previous page for the bene ts of various sponsorship levels. NAME TITLE COMPANY ADDRESS PROVINCE PHONE FAX CITY POSTAL CODE EMAIL SIGNATURE I would like to be a: PLATINUM SPONSOR / 5000$ GOLD SPONSOR / 3000$ SILVER SPONSOR / 1500$ BRONZE SPONSOR / 750$ SPECIAL MENTION / 250$ OTHER AMOUNT $ Please send your form to us in one of the following ways: MAIL A TT: NABIL BEITINJANEH 630 S HERBROOKE STREET WEST #400 M ONTRÉAL, Q C, H3A 1E4 CANADA EMAIL INFO@ CENTRECULTURELSYRIEN. ORG Please make your cheque payable to Le Centre Culturel Syrien PAGE 22

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THANK YOU We sincerely thank our partners and sponsors for their participation in our events and we are delighted to count you among our new sponsors. It is thanks to your support and generosity that we are able to continue to fulfill our mission. WWW. CENTRECULTURELSYRIEN. ORG