2026: Nearly $330,000 raised at the 20th edition of the Montreal Wine Auction, presented by the MTY Food Group!
On May 11, nearly 200 of you joined us for the 20th anniversary of the Montreal Wine Auction, presented by the MTY Group at the William Gray Hotel.
This year, the Pediatric Research Foundation offered a unique experience, combining wine and art in an enchanting atmosphere, enhanced by a carefully curated musical selection and a moving performance by Alex Nevsky. Hosted by Matthieu Dugal, Radio-Canada journalist, the evening celebrated the prestigious Maison Louis Latour. Throughout the meal, guests were guided through the wines served by Florent Latour, the eleventh generation at the helm of Maison Louis Latour. His insightful commentary allowed guests to better appreciate the richness of the vintages tasted while reminding them of the tangible impact of their donations on pediatric research. The banquet was followed by an unforgettable live auction, hosted by the incomparable Laurent Berniard.
Highlight of the evening: the Pediatric Research Foundation announced a direct donation of $100,000 to the pediatric epilepsy research laboratory at CHU Sainte-Justine, inspired by Claude-André Boivin and the Édouard Boivin Fund. The announcement was met with great emotion by the guests and researchers in attendance.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our participants; thanks to them, we raised a record amount in the 20-year history of the Auction: $329,820 to benefit pediatric research. We thank our volunteers, our campaign firm, and our 2026 partners, whom we hope to see again next year.
See you in the spring of 2027 for the 21st edition!
An opportunity for all wine lovers and collectors to get together for an evening in support of pediatric research. We’re counting on your support to continue our mission of raising funds to ensure the health and recovery of our children.





Campaign cabinet
Alain B. Auclair
Co-president of the campaign cabinet
Head of Investment Banking, UBS Securities Canada Inc.
Alain Giasson
Co-president of the campaign cabinet
President, Alfa Capital inc.
Raïssa Beaudoin
President and General Manager, RB Events
Alain Vermette
President, CDA Précision
Benoit Crowe
Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, Novexco Inc.
Anne Saint-Pierre
Retired Associate, EY, National Translation Services
Hugo-Pierre Gagnon
Partner, Corporate Law, Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Stephen Kelly
Partner, Corporate and Securities Law, Norton Rose Fulbright
Denis Boucher
Director, Government and Aboriginal Relations, VIA Rail Canada
Guillaume Bougie
Investment Specialist – Institutional Client Relations, Pinestone Asset Management
Josée Saint-Pierre
President and CEO, Pediatric Research Foundation