LAW SUITS PROGRAM

Proudly presented by

A MESSAGE FROM
THE Co-Chairs of Law Suits

Kerri Parslow
& Julie Stanchieri

Welcome to Law Suits!

What began as a vision in 2018 has come full circle—and we couldn’t be more thrilled to share this unforgettable evening with you. Preparing for this year’s event has been a true labour of love, and seeing it all come together is nothing short of incredible.

This night would not be possible without the dedication and spirit of our lawyer-models, who have stepped far outside their comfort zones to walk the runway in support of a cause close to all our hearts. Your courage and enthusiasm are the heartbeat of Law Suits.

We are deeply grateful to our generous financial and in-kind sponsors, whose contributions have made this event possible.

A heartfelt thank you also goes to our committee members for their tireless efforts behind the scenes, and to Miyo Yamashita, Kat Aptekar, Keith Clarke and their team at The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation for their unwavering support and guidance throughout this journey.

And finally, thank you for being here. Your presence tonight supports groundbreaking early detection research at The Princess Margaret—one of the top five cancer research centres in the world. Every dollar raised brings us closer to reaching our collective goal: transforming cancer outcomes and creating a world free from the fear of cancer.

We hope you enjoy every moment—spectacular fashion, delicious food and drink, and the incredible spirit of community that makes Law Suits so special.

With gratitude,

Kerri Parslow

Founder & Co-Chair Law Suits

Julie Stanchieri

Co-Chair Law Suits

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO OF THE PRINCESS MARGARET CANCER FOUNDATION

Miyo Yamashita

Thank you to everyone for attending and supporting tonight’s Law Suits charity fashion show!

First, I would like to acknowledge and extend a very special ‘thank you’ to our Law Suits Chairs, Kerri Parslow and Julie Stanchieri. Their bold vision, boundless style and incredible commitment are unparalleled. We are grateful that they’ve joined forces tonight to transform this runway into a pathway towards a future free from the fear of cancer.

At The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, we know we can lead the world in understanding, diagnosing, and treating cancer. Cancer is still the leading cause of death in Canada, but, together, we are making progress. Today, the overall 5-year survival rate for those diagnosed with cancer is 64% — up from 55% in the early 1990’s. If we can start to catch cancer earlier through genetic testing and new technologies such as a simple blood test, both of which we have pioneered at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, cancer survival rates will improve even more dramatically.

That’s why every dollar raised tonight will support early detection and innovative treatments so that we can give cancer patients everywhere brighter tomorrows.

As we look to the future, I am hopeful and know that together, we can transform cancer outcomes — not just for patients here at The Princess Margaret, but for patients and families across Canada and around the world.

Thank you again for your commitment to create a world free from the fear of cancer.

Sincerely,

Dr. Miyo Yamashita, PhD
President & CEO
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation

HOST OF THE EVENT

Jeanne Beker

Canadian Journalist, Media Personality and Fashion Icon

Jeanne Beker is a Canadian journalist, media personality, and fashion icon. Her memoir, Heart on My Sleeve (2024), was released through Simon & Schuster Canada to critical acclaim. With a touching forward by Linda Evangelista, Beker delivers uplifting reflections that walk us through a wardrobe of memory, one article of clothing at a time. Over the years, Beker has acted as an arts reporter for CBC Radio, a news anchor on CHUM Radio, a co-host of The NewMusic, a founding member of MuchMusic, and the emblematic host of Fashion Television for 27 years. Beker is also a seasoned newspaper columnist for several publications and has authored six books. A frequent keynote speaker and television guest, she currently hosts the series Style Matters on The Shopping Channel. Beker was named to the Order of Canada (2014) and received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame (2016).

Since her diagnosis in 2022, Beker has been outspoken in her support for cancer research while candidly sharing her personal healing journey with the world. See her cancer awareness campaigns here.

Be Part of Something Revolutionary

Friday, May 30, 2025 / 6:00 pm ET

The Quay, 100 Queens Quay East, 3rd Floor

Event Schedule

6:00pm

Welcome + Silent Auction

6:30pm

Dinner + Drinks

7:30pm

Fashion Show — Hosted by Jeanne Beker
Kerri Parslow & Julie Stanchieri
Dr. Raymond Kim
Miyo Yamashita

8:00pm

Live Auction

8:15pm

Speaker Panel
Luana Locke
Brian Greenspan

8:40pm

FUND-A-NEED

9:00pm

Closing Remarks — Let the Party Begin!

Our
Speakers

Kerri Parslow

Founder & Co-Chair Law Suits

Julie Stanchieri

Co-Chair Law Suits

Miyo Yamashita

President & CEO of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation

Dr. Raymond Kim

Medical Director of Cancer Early Detection and the Bhalwani Familial Cancer Clinic, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Luana Locke

The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Ambassador

Brian Greenspan

Partner, Greenspan Humphrey Makepeace LLP

Special Thanks to Our Law Suits 2025 Contributors

Host
Jeanne Beker

Partner, Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
Dr. Miyo Yamashita, Kat Aptekar, Keith Clarke, Sarah Hurme, Steve Merker, Josh Lai

Law Suits Committee
Brian Greenspan, Chris Paliare, Craig Thompson, Gary Kalaci, Jennifer Birmingham, Laura Reiter, Marlenne Doss, Sacha Fraser, Tom Curry

Presenting Sponsor
Stanchieri Family Law team including, Louis Parent and Ashley Leger

Lawyer Models (“Lawdels”)
The Honourable Mary Lou Benotto, Jessic Brant, Ashley Butts, Julie Chapman, Mark Crane, Gillian Dingle, Jackie Dinsmore, Michael Eizenga, Thomas Evangelista, Ian Hull, Aaron Franks, Matthew Gottlieb, Monique Jilesen, Sunil Kapur, Warren Kinsella, Jennifer Lee, Jeffry Leon, Kathryn Manning, Kristina Milbourn, Sandra Perri, Larry Rosen, Linda Rothstein, Shara Roy, Anthony Ruffalo, Junior Sirivar, Lara Speirs, Surina Sud, Gavin Tighe, Vernita Tsang, Yola Ventresca, Jim Vigmond, The Honourable David Watt

Honorary Models
Dr. Raymond Kim, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre; Sophia Parslow-Garthwaite

Princess Margaret Ambassador
Luana Locke

Event Planner
Lexington and Co. Events, including Lexi Haslam, Aleena Khambiye and Rozhin Garousi

Stylist
COSTIGAN, including Julianne Costigan and team

Silent Auction and Swag Bag Committees
Laura Reiter, Lilia Bogomilsky, Surina Sud, Jennifer Birmingham, Marlenne Doss

Media Sponsors
National Post, Financial Post; Living Luxe, including Jennifer Lipkowitz and Anthony Sirianni

Sponsors
Platinum Icon: Greenspan, Humphrey, Makepeace LLP
Gold Visionary: Fengate, Stikeman Elliott, Torys LLP
Silver Innovator: Marmer Penner Inc., McCarthy Tetrault, Smith Legal Search
Bronze Trendsetter: Alexa Translations, BridgePoint Financial, CloudAct, Crowe Soberman, Cohen Hamilton Steger, DLA Piper, DMG Advocates LLP, Empire Company Ltd., Fogler Rubinoff, Gardiner Roberts, Gowling WLG, Healthy Planet, Lenczner Slaght, Oatley Vigmond, RBC, TMF Group

In Kind Platinum Icon: Harry Rosen, Dean Davidson
In-Kind Gold Visionary: Detailz Couture Event Rentals, LexisNexis
In Kind Silver Innovator: Roots
In-Kind Bronze Trendsetter: Lexington and Co. Events, The Quay/Oliver & Bonacini

Other Donors/Contributors
William Ashworth, General Manager, Dow Jones & Co. and The Wall Street Journal
Armani
Allyssa Helm Beauty & Co.
Blush & Bloom
CAFA
Designer Dance Floors
Dream Base Records
Enchanted Booth
Fairmont Royal York
Friday Harbour All Seasons Resort
Gatto Flowers
Geox
DJ Gimmemar
Great Wolf Lodge
Harold
Hotel X
Jérôme Art and Photography
Jo Malone London
Judith Tylor Designs
Costigan
La Mer
Leydon Photography
Masala Whiskey
Mave & Chez
Medusa Entertainment
Montanez Design
Niagara 5000
Niagara Helicopters
Olaplex
Raiwasa
Reznick Carpets
Sherpa Creative
StatueRue
The Fitzroy
Tom Ford Beauty
Trove
Vassi Wearable Art