Women’s Golf Day

BY J.M. LEE

Diversity and inclusion illuminated the spirit of generosity at the 3rd Annual Drishti Women’s Golf Tournament on July 10, 2025, presented by Save-On-Foods, raising $18,650 for the Arthritis Society Canada.

Held at the Peace Portal PAR 3 Golf Course in Surrey, this empowering event brought together over 150 women from diverse backgrounds for a day filled with golf, inspiration, and community building. Created to introduce non-golfers, beginners, and seasoned players to the sport, the tournament was more than just a game—it was a celebration of empowerment, networking, and unity.

The day featured keynote addresses from three exceptional women leaders who shared their journeys of resilience, leadership, and transformation:

• Glenys Turtan, Senior Manager, Data Services at Pattison Food Group, shared her inspiring journey from a part-time data entry clerk to leading a department of 31. An honoree of Women of Influence, Glenys spoke about the importance of patience, resilience, and recognizing the uniqueness of team members to create workplace harmony and success.
• Sonia Bawa, Director of People Development at Pattison Food Group and fellow Women of Influence honoree, shared her powerful story as a former executive at Accenture, a mother of three, and a passionate advocate for diversity and gender equity. Her commitment to inspiring meaningful change was a powerful call to action for all in attendance.
• Dr. Jacqui Fleury, ND, naturopathic doctor, speaker, author, and women’s health advocate, captivated the audience with her insights on navigating midlife health challenges. Through her work and programs like The Sludge® and Master Your Moods, she empowers women to embrace perimenopause and menopause with clarity, confidence, and vitality.

After the keynote speeches, ten influential women were recognized for their contributions to the community, charitable initiatives, and their continued efforts to make a difference.

Supporting Partners & Sponsors

This impactful day would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors:

• Title Sponsor: Save-On-Foods
• Platinum Sponsor: Brian Jessel BMW
• Lunch Sponsor: Teja Foods
• Gold Sponsor: Scotia Wealth Management
• Raffle Sponsor: Pure Integrative Pharmacy
• Golf Ball Sponsors: Sarb Bhatia, BMO
• Hole Sponsors: BDC, Savera Skin & Laser, Inchin’s Bamboo Garden
• Morning Coffee & Cake Sponsor: Just Cakes Bakeshop
• Print sponsors: Jassal Signs, Rayacom Premium Print
• Gift Basket Donors: Save-On-Foods, Urban Fare, Pure Integrative Pharmacy, BMO, Scotia Wealth Management, Titanium Flooring, GluteNull
• Community & In-Kind Sponsors: 7-Eleven (water bottles & Slurpee coupons), Inspire Health, Arthritis Society Canada, Innovative Fitness, First Tee Canada, Gummy Gainz, Titanium Flooring
• Media Sponsors: Drishti Magazine, Brand Manifest
• Live Auction Sponsors: Ash Abhyankar, Sachkhand Travels, Golden Tree Jewellers

Special Thanks – Heartfelt appreciation goes out to all the golfers, volunteers, donors, and our fabulous emcee Zara Durrani and live auctioneer Howard Blank for bringing their energy and passion to this unforgettable event. Together, we made the 2025 Drishti Women’s Golf Tournament a resounding success.