From politics to people. Former Socred leader Grace McCarthy is now the driving force behind the C.H.I.L.D. Foundation, because no child deserves to live in pain.

North Shore realtor and all-round good guy Ken Spong and wife Julie were more than happy to lend their support.

NS News display gal Sheryl English and husband Phil were rubbing elbows with all the hockey players and friends.

Nine-year-old Kolton Babych spent his auction money on a huge A&W Root Bear that was almost as big as he.

It was a night for friends and fun as Denise Ouang (left), former Minnesota North Star player Paul Houck, Marc Sylvestre and Janet Robertson could tell you.

Don't know what Howie Lobar did to deserve all this attention as Wendy Bennet (left) and Cindy Lawlor laid a big smack on him.

Bidding on prizes and enjoying time together were Shelley Owen, Tish Stewart, Mike and Gill Watson.

It's a family affair as David Owen (left), Maureen Keith and Wayne Stewart will tell you.

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The Babych boys did it again. Another successful year with lots of money raised. Hosts Wayne Babych (left), Dave Babych, Le Bistro Chez Michel partner Philippe Segur and (in front) Ty Babych were extra pleased with the turnout.

Former Canuck player Martin Gelinas (centre) went to the Stanley Cup Finals last season with the Carolina Hurricanes. Friends Karl Robathan (left) and Tiffany Wall were cheering him all the way.

They're the tireless workers who count all the money and keep things organized. From left: Susan Marraffa, Deanna Marzin, Diana Babych and Selena Marzin.