Masquerade gala in FSJ tomorrow, supporting Skye’s Place!

Fort St. John is giving residents a chance to put on their dancing shoes and mask up for a good cause.

The Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society is hosting its inaugural gala, Starry Skye’s Masquerade Gala, on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre. Proceeds from the evening will go toward Skye’s Place, a second-stage housing initiative that helps women and their children rebuild their lives outside of abuse.

Skye’s Place has been offering families who are fleeing violence safe and stable transitional housing and trauma-informed support for 28 years. Currently, there are 57 individuals living at Skye’s Place, including two babies that were born there this year.

“Skye’s Place provides housing, counselling, programs that foster healing, empowerment and resiliency so children can come home to safe and warm places to learn, grow and thrive,” stated organizers.

Guests at the masquerade-themed gala are encouraged to dress for the occasion, and masks will be available at the door for donation. Haven will provide live music, Kinshira Entertainment will be on hand to perform, MC Erica Fisher will host the evening, and Mark Wall will be auctioneer for the evening’s live auction while a  50/50 draw and door prizes will be available.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for local businesses and organizations who would like to support Skye’s Place.

For more information visit fsjwrs.ca or email Estefania Albornoz, Manager of Fundraising and Community Engagement at the Fort St. John Women’s Resource Society at fundraising@fsjwrs.ca, or call 250-224-2875.