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13th Annual President's Gala
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Canada Aviation and Space Museum
11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa, Ontario K1K 2X5
Cocktails start at 5:30 p.m.
Ticket Pricing
ODS Member Dentist / Guest of ODS Member Dentist (Includes New Graduates and their Guests)
$200.00 + HST until Monday, September 1, 2025, $250.00 + HST thereafter
General Admission
$250.00 + HST until Monday, September 1, 2025, $300.00 + HST thereafter
Theme: Step into an unforgettable evening with the Legacy of Light — where culture and mystery come alive with world-class entertainment, a signature culinary experience, and the prestige of one of the region’s most celebrated galas.
Attire: Black Tie Optional
Seating
CE Course: This year, Dr. Sherif Elsaraj, President of the Ottawa Dental Society, is bringing his passion for continuing education (CE) to the President’s Gala with a unique learning opportunity. A featured lecture, Legacy of Sleep, will be presented by Dr. David “Dave” Federici. Attendees will receive a Category 3 Attendance Certificate worth 1 CE point for the one-hour session. For those who prefer not to attend the presentation, an extended cocktail hour will be available, complete with entertainment and the chance to explore the remarkable artifacts of the Canada Aviation & Space Museum.
Dinner Options: The options are salmon, chicken, or vegetarian. You will be asked to specify your selection when you register for this event.
Drinks and Alcohol
Support CHEO’s Dental Clinic During Registration
Help Brighten a Child’s Smile
This year, the President of the Ottawa Dental Society has lowered ticket prices to encourage attendees to donate the amount they save. These donations will support the Dental Clinic at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), which provides essential oral healthcare to children.
During registration, you can make a difference by donating directly to CHEO’s Dental Clinic. Every dollar raised will go towards improving access to compassionate dental care for kids and families who rely on CHEO.
To make a direct donation to CHEO, please click on the link in the Workshop description below or click on the "View Details" option of the Workshop during registration and click on the link provided. This link will direct you to the CHEO donation page.
Let us come together to support brighter futures — one smile at a time.
Donation receipts for amounts over $10.00 will be issued by CHEO.
Raffle Tickets
GRAND PRIZE: Win a Trip for Two (2) to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic!
Pre-Event Special Offer:
Raffle tickets are available on the registration page at a special rate of $100 for three (3) tickets.
How to Purchase:
During the ticket selection process, choose:
"Grand Prize Advance Ticket Purchase" – (click here for an example)
At the Event:
Tickets will also be available for purchase at the event for $50 each.
Payment Method: Credit Card only.
Raffle Rules & Conditions
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancel by Friday, October 3, 2025, for a full refund.
No refunds after this date or for no-shows.
Donations are non-refundable.
Transfers accepted until Friday, October 3, 2025 — email info@ottawadentalsociety.org.
Help Brighten a Child’s Smile
This year, the President of the Ottawa Dental Society has lowered ticket prices to encourage attendees to donate the amount they save. These donations will support the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Dental Clinic, which provides essential oral healthcare to children.
You can make a difference by donating directly to CHEO’s Dental Clinic by clicking here. This link will direct you to the CHEO donation page. Every dollar raised will go towards improving access to compassionate dental care for kids and families who rely on CHEO.
Let us come together to support brighter futures — one smile at a time.
*Donation receipts for amounts over $10.00 will be issued by CHEO.
**(The program requires a seat number to access the workshop option. The chosen number fulfills this requirement, but does not reflect our expectations.)**
A native of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, Dr. Federici graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1992 after receiving his BS in Biology in 1988 also from Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. He has been in private practice in Manahawkin, New Jersey since 1992. He solely focuses on Dental Sleep Medicine and collaborates with all types of physicians to treat OSA and SRBD’s with Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT). He is a member of the AADSM, a Diplomate of the ABDSM, Faculty of the AADSM Mastery education, AADSM Presidential Committee member, Director of Dental Sleep Medicine at Select Dental Management, and is a Board member of the New Jersey Sleep Society. He has written for and been published in the JDSM, Sleep Review, among other publications. He has been married to his wife of 33 yrs and is blessed to have two amazing daughters. When outside of doing what he loves in DSM, Dr. Federici loves to travel with his family, enjoys golf, and loves the outdoors.
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