OLGC Presents David Foster Fundraiser

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLGC) today announced it will present David Foster and Friends, a star- studded charity gala at Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort on Saturday, September 16, 2006.

Internationally acclaimed singer Andrea Bocelli will headline this unique event, which is the inspiration of 14-time Grammy-award winner, David Foster. Additional performers will be announced in the coming months, and posted on DavidFosterAndFriendsOnt.com

"This is a special event for a special cause," said David Foster. "Money raised from this extraordinary performance will make a real and meaningful difference to so many families in Ontario and across Canada."

"The McGuinty government is pleased to support the important work of the David Foster Foundation through Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation," said David Caplan, Minister of Public Infrastructure Renewal. "Since it was established in 1975, OLGC has generated $23.1 billion in revenue that is invested in priorities like health care, physical fitness, sport, recreation and cultural activities, as well as charitable and not-for-profit organizations."

All proceeds from the event will benefit the David Foster Foundation. The foundation was established in 1986 to help pay non-medical expenses for families with children who require organ transplants, such as transportation and accommodation. Last year, the event held at River Rock Casino in British Columbia raised over $2.8 million.

In addition to raising funds for a worthwhile cause, this world-class event enables OLGC to deliver exciting and entertaining experiences for its patrons, according to Chief Executive Officer, Duncan Brown. "This promises to be an inspiring, intimate and electrifying event. Presenting David Foster and Friends is a real testament to the quality of our people and our world-class entertainment facilities."

The headlining performer, Andrea Bocelli, has sold more than 50 million records worldwide since he broke onto the musical scene a decade ago. His most recent work, called "Amore," was produced by David Foster. Mr. Bocelli will perform songs from this CD at the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics.