Lieutenant Gordon Flowerdew
The Second Unsung Heroes Gala Dinner will celebrate the colourful life and selfless accomplishments of Lieutenant Gordon Flowerdew.
Lieutenant Flowerdew left his home in Walhachin, British Columbia, and joined the Lord Strathcona Horse (Royal Canadians) in the First World War. On March 30, 1918, Lieutenant Flowerdew led a cavalry charge at the Battle of Moreuil Wood. During the attack Lieutenant Flowerdew was seriously wounded and later succumbed to his wounds. He was posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for his courage.
Unsung Heroes Gala Dinner 2023
Date: April 1, 2023
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Sage Restaurant at the University of British Columbia
Cost: $175.00
Proceeds from this event will benefit Canadian veterans through the Order of St. George Foundation.
Click HERE to Purchase Tickets.
Accommodations are available at The UBC Conference Centre. For details and booking go to: https://suitesatubc.com/
Gala Dinner Menu
Appetizer
Pan Seared King Oyster Mushroom “Scallops”
Smashed Edamame, Miso Vinaigrette, Micro Greens
Entree
Pan Seared Fraser Valley Free Run Chicken Breast
Celeriac Puree, Crisp Pancetta & Onion Ragout,
Calvados Apple Ginger Butter, Baby Carrots & Broccolini
or
Red Wine Braised Short Ribs
Cauliflower & Leek Puree, Sautéed Greens, Peppercorn Demi-glace
or
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Fresh Herbs, Parmesan Reggiano Cheese, Truffle Oil
Dessert
Warm Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Vegan Chocolate Sauce, Toasted Almonds
Selected Red and White Wine
Port for Toasts
Cash Bar
Questions regarding this event may be directed to:
Knight Commander Allan Plett, Prior, Cascadia Priory
Dame Commander Melanie Graham Communications, Cascadia Priory