Okanagan Military Tattoo seeking sponsors for youth, seniors, disadvantaged

The organizing committee for the fourth annual Okanagan Military Tattoo is looking for individuals, businesses and service organizations who are willing and able to sponsor tickets for disadvantaged or disabled youth, seniors or veterans to the Okanagan Military Tattoo.

The Okanagan Military Tattoo, with more than 600 performers will take place at Kal Tire Place in Vernon on Saturday, July 29 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, July 30 at 2 p.m. The indoor ‘air conditioned show’ will take place rain or shine.

The Tattoo Organizing Committee wants to ensure the Tattoo is as inclusive as possible and help as many underprivileged, disabled or Ànancially challenged people as possible attend the show.

All seating for the Tattoo is reserved. It would be helpful if anyone purchasing tickets for people with mobility issues did so as soon as possible to secure the best possible seating close to the concourse level and thus avoid or minimize the use of stairs.

For $200, a sponsor can purchase a block of 10 tickets. The sponsor can allocate and deliver the tickets to an organization of their choice, or the Tattoo committee will allocate the tickets on the sponsor’s behalf. Recipient organizations might include seniors centres, care homes, nonproÀt organizations, The Royal Canadian Legion, Boys & Girls Clubs, the Salvation Army or various Church groups.

Traditionally, Tattoos have provided an opportunity for civilians to witness the precision and professionalism of those who have dedicated their lives to the defence and security of their nation.

The Okanagan Military Tattoo will showcase local musicians and ethnic dancers together with world class performances by Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, the RCMP E Division Pipe Band, the 160 member Calgary Roundup Band, the RCMP Ceremonial Troop and Massed Pipes and Drums from the Okanagan area. There will also be a contingent of cadets from the Vernon Cadet Camp. The Vernon Community Band will provide a musical interlude prior to the opening ceremonies.

To help people attend the Okanagan Military Tattoo, please call Derek Hall at 250-549-2123 or email derek_a_hall47@hotmail.ca. For more information, visit OkanaganMilitaryTattoo.ca.