Celebrating 75 Years of St. James Collegiate
A Reunion to Remember
Welcome!
We’re so glad you’re here. This site is your go-to hub for all things related to St. James Collegiate's upcoming 75th High School Reunion — from event details and ticket info to fun ways you can get involved. Whether you’ve stayed in touch or it’s been decades since you last walked the halls, we can’t wait to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate this incredible milestone together.
COUNTDOWN TO REUNION GALA – October 23, 2026
2026 75th Reunion Events
Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration – St. James Collegiate is turning 75! Join classmates and friends October 23–25, 2026, for a reunion weekend filled with laughter, connection, and school pride.
The Gala on October 25 will cap off the festivities, and other exciting events will be announced as details are finalized. Gala tickets and accommodations discount will be announced in early 2026.
Help Make Our 75th Reunion Unforgettable!
We’re also planning two exciting fundraising events for the fall of 2025 to help cover the costs of next year’s gala reunion — and we need your help!
75th Reunion Fundraiser Social
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Time: 7:30 to 11:30 PM
Location: St. James Legion, 1755 Portage Ave, Wpg
Celebrate with us at a Manitoba Social! Dance to great music, reconnect with classmates, and enjoy a late lunch, raffle prizes, and plenty of nostalgia. Don’t forget your dancing shoes — and a friend or two!
We’re also looking for silent auction items!
We’re also seeking silent auction items. Prizes, gift baskets, services, or gift cards are all welcome — it’s a fun way to promote your business while supporting the event. Send us a note through the Sign Up form below.
Can’t make it but still want to support the cause?
Support tickets will be available — it’s a great way to contribute even if you can’t attend in person.
Stacks, Smiles & Support
Date: [tbd date]
Time: [tbd time]
Location: Smitty’s Restaurant
Join classmates for a delicious breakfast at Smitty’s, served up with a side of nostalgia! We’ll gather for a warm and welcoming morning of reconnecting, reminiscing, and raising funds to help make our 75th High School Reunion unforgettable. Friends and family are welcome!
Want to help make it happen?
We’re looking for
friendly, organized volunteers to help coordinate the event – things like spreading the word, welcoming guests, and adding those extra touches that make a gathering special. It’s an easy and fun way to get involved, with support from the reunion committee.
All proceeds go toward next year’s reunion, and every pancake helps!
Meet Your Reunion Committee
It takes heart, humour, and a love for nostalgia to pull off a celebration 75 years in the making and this crew has all three! Get to know the classmates helping organize events, reconnect old friends, and make our milestone reunion one to remember.
Reunion Chair:
Tom Dercola
Co-Chairs:
Jan Currier (nee Cook)
Jerry Nagamori
Treasurers:
Vince Runchey
Bonny Olson-Piercy (nee Rosaasen)
Secretaries:
Sandra Cant
Joanne MacKinnon-Hunt
Decades Rooms:
Marj Bilous
Afternoon Tea:
Dorothy Young
Social Committee:
Marly Shipley (Chair)
Keith Auld
Nancy Cousins (nee Graham)
Bonnie Borgford (nee Clifford)
Sandra Cant
Joanne McKinnon-Hunt
Billie Lecuyer
Barb Greenwood Custance
Many more volunteers are needed! If interested, please complete and submit form below.
Sign Up for Reunion News & Updates
Be the first to know about dates, venues, ticket info, and special surprises. Join our reunion mailing list today — no spam, just the updates you want!
