On May 1st, something special happened.

Under the Cover, Literacy Unlimited’s signature fundraiser event, brought together a full house of passionate supporters, curious readers, and community champions. The event completely sold out, and the energy in the room was undeniable from start to finish.

Held at the stunning Souffle de Vie Vineyard, the evening featured excellent wine, lively conversation, and a captivating on-stage dialogue between acclaimed author Ashley Audrain and journalist Kristy Snell. Their exchange brought inspiration, laughter, and honest reflection — exactly what this celebration of literacy deserved.

Highlights of the Night:

  • A packed house filled with energy and connection
  • A silent auction and raffle that had the room buzzing
  • Beautiful photos by @lucybaum that perfectly captured the night’s atmosphere
  • Most importantly, critical support for free, one-on-one tutoring for adults improving their reading, writing, and digital skills
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As returning sponsors, The St-Georges Group of Assante Capital Management Ltd. is honoured to be part of such impactful events. Our team has long believed that empowering individuals through literacy enriches not just lives, but entire communities.

“Empowering individuals through literacy enriches our entire community. We’re honored to contribute to this transformative journey.” — Darren St-Georges, Senior Wealth Advisor

Our deepest thanks go to Literacy Unlimited for organizing such an inspiring and meaningful event. The Under the Cover events are more than just fundraisers; they are a celebration of community, connection, and the power of literacy to transform lives. We’re honoured to play a small part in supporting your mission.

If you haven’t yet explored the incredible work Literacy Unlimited is doing across the West Island, now is the perfect time to get involved:

Learn more about Literacy Unlimited

Photos courtesy of Lucy Baum Photography

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About Valérie Forget

Valérie is a wealth management advisor and partner of The St-Georges Group of Assante Capital Management Ltd. She earned her Bachelor in Finance from the Université du Québec en Outaouais in 2016, and is now obtaining her financial planning designation (Pl. Fin.). Valérie favours an integrated approach to wealth management that aims to facilitate financial decision-making by simplifying complex issues.

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