QMS Gala

Join Us for the 2026 QMS Gala:

The Roaring ’20s

We are already 70% SOLD!

Secure your ticket and step back into the elegance and energy of The Roaring ‘20s—a theme that holds special significance this year as we celebrate the enduring legacy of Queen Margaret’s School, founded in 1921. Join us on Saturday, February 28, 2026, for a spectacular evening as our Gala continues its tradition as QMS’s signature fundraising event and a joyful opportunity for our entire community to come together and invest in the future of our students.

Over the past five years, QMS has grown by an impressive 46%. Today, we offer more than 60 off-campus experiential learning opportunities for students from Preschool through Grade 12—encompassing athletics, outdoor education, field trips, community service days, and more. As our programs expand and enrollment continues to rise, so does the demand on our transportation fleet.

Each week, QMS buses crisscross the region—serving Mill Bay, Nanaimo, Lake Cowichan, and Crofton—and ensuring that even students traveling from Salt Spring Island can access a QMS education. With your generous support, we can expand and modernize our fleet to meet the needs of our growing community and continue providing safe, reliable transportation for every QMS student.

To make this event a success, the Gala Committee is seeking your support in the form of donations for our silent and live auctions. We welcome a wide range of contributions, including:

• Activity experiences
• Gift cards
• Consumable goods
• Lifestyle items
• Landscaping materials or services
• Household décor
• Outdoor living items
• And more

The Gala is not only a meaningful way to support our school, but also a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow parents, faculty, and local business owners in the QMS community. For businesses, the event provides valuable networking opportunities and increased visibility among a highly engaged audience.

2026 Gala Sponsors

We are incredibly grateful to the generosity of our event sponsors who have provided financial support for this year’s event!

✨ Additional sponsors coming soon!

Tax Deductible Donations

Queen Margaret’s School is a registered charity (Charitable Registration #107868135RR0001). All gifts over $20 in value are considered tax deductible and will be issued a receipt. Donors living in the US may make tax-deductible contributions through Friends of Independent Schools and Better Education (FRISBE). Unfortunately, QMS cannot issue US tax receipts.