The uOBMRI Presents: PHENOTYPE
Join us December 12th from 7pm at The Rainbow Bistro on 76 Murray St, Ottawa for a night of music, dancing, and good vibes. Tickets are $40 (plus tax and fees), which includes snacks and a raffle ticket.
As we welcome back to the stage Phenotype a band consisting of research and clinical experts and 50PROOF, the evening will raise awareness and support to graduate students to continue their training in brain health research. Last year, we raised enough funds to award a $10,000 scholarship towards a graduate student conducting research in brain and mind related health. This year, help us double this goal! Click here to purchase a ticket, if you can't make it, consider donating to our cause - click here to donate now.
First 50 to register receive a limited Rockin’ with the Docs t-shirt!
Phenotype:
- Dr. Rob Beanlands: Cardiologist, University of Ottawa Heart Institute
- Dr. Jocelyn Côté: Neuromuscular Researcher
- Dr. Dar Dowlatshahi: Stroke Neurologist, The Ottawa Hospital, University of Ottawa
- Dr. Alaa Rostom: Gastroenterologist, The Ottawa Hospital, University of Ottawa
- Tracy Serafini: Director, Strategy & Communications, Department of Medicine, uOttawa, The Ottawa Hospital
Click here to see their CTV news interview!
Featuring: 50PROOF
- Dr. Shawn Hayley, guitarist, Research Scientist and Professor, Carleton University
- Reid Masson, bassist, vocalist
- Thaila Riden, drummer
- Gilles Lemieux, guitar, harmonica and vocals
Learn more about the band here
Silent Auction Items
FORE!!
- Enjoy a Fairway Getaway at the beautiful Brookstreet Hotel and Marshes Golf Club in Kanata. Your 'B On the Greens' package includes: an overnight stay in a luxurious king or double queen guestroom. While there, cruise the stunning Marshes fairway in a power cart while challenging your partner to an 18-hole round of golf. And it doesn’t stop there! After a solid game, stroll over to the outdoor saltwater pool and sauna to ease those sore muscles.
Get Your Detective On!
- Get your detective hat on and show your 5 friends how you can crack any case! Then treat them to a round of mocktails/cocktails to celebrate! Escape Manor will have you scratching your head as you and your friends try to figure out how to unlock the case, and the door! Package for 6 people with one round of beverages included.
Let’s Go Redblacks!
- Picture you and 3 friends on the sidelines pre-game watching our Ottawa Redblacks warm up – then moving to premium seats for the whole game. This package is priceless!
Your Castle Awaits!
- Luxurious and historic! A castle downtown awaits at the breathtaking Fairmont Chateau Laurier! Enjoy one night in a Fairmont King Room. While there roam the beauty and history of one of Canada’s oldest hotels. Who says you have to leave Ottawa to escape!
Strike for Gold in the Yukon
- You and a travel companion can fly from Ottawa or Toronto with Air North to Whitehorse and wipe this one off your bucket list. Visit Canada’s beautiful Great White North and come back to tell us how magical it is!
Elgin Street for the Cultural You!
- Here is your chance to visit the beautiful Lord Elgin Hotel for an overnight stay in a queen room. While there, you can get your culture on a walk across to the National Arts Centre (NAC) for orchestra seats at a memorable performance by Shelly/Beethoven & the Kannah Mason Trio (from the UK).
Orchestra Seats and a Hilton Stay
- Pack a bag and head out for your overnight stay for 2 at the beautiful Hilton DoubleTree in the market. In the morning stroll downstairs where a full breakfast awaits in the Albion Rooms. Don’t forget this getaway includes Orchestra seats for the highly anticipated Shelly/Beethoven & the Kanna Mason Trio (from the UK) at the National Arts Centre (NAC).
Self Care Time!
- You deserve to be pampered so this is the package for you! It will be all about you – ok, and a friend, as you cheers yourselves over brunch at Hilton LacLeamy’s Arome Restaurant. After brunch, head to the tranquil Koena Spa at Chateau Cartier Hotel in Gatineau to continue that much needed pampering! Oh, and continue the pampering with your very own spa inspired basket of organic skincare products from local company Green Beaver. Now this is self care!
The Gift of Adventure!
- Got a thrill seeker in your home? Here is the perfect holiday gift package to match their adventurous vibe. Kundstand sports backpack (black with multicolor Kundstand badge), Yeti Mug, Bliz protective sports googles (black).
Bon Appetit!
- This is truly a posh way to “do lunch” in Quebec! Grab a friend and take a leisurely drive to beautiful Fairmont Chateau Montebello. When you arrive your table for 2 will be waiting for you as you experience one of the most decedant brunches in the area! C’est Bon!
Apple iWatch – Everyone wants this!
- Wow that special person in your life with a holiday gift they are sure to remember. Who doesn’t want an Apple iWatch! Apple iWatch SE3 40mm Midnight with charging bundle
Samsung 64G A9 Tablet – browse on the go!
- You don’t have to miss anything on your social media now you have this compact Samsung A9 tablet you can watch your favorite content anywhere! A sure winner as a holiday gift or keep it for yourself!
Jazz in the Park
- It’s back in June 2026 – the legendary Ottawa Jazz Festival in picturesque Confederation Park. Be the first to have bragging rights that you already secured your 2 full festival passes! Groovy!
Say Goodbye to 2025 in Style – Auld Lang Syne
- Ring in 2026 at Sala San Marco’s Annual New Year’s Eve Gala! Dress in your finest and enjoy a night of fine dining, music by DJ Momentum, and plenty of noise makers to ring in the New Year. Classic!
Staycation in the ByWard Market
- It is your time for a staycation in the bustling Byward Market. Get ready to relax for the night at the trendy Hyatt Andaz! Expires – December 2026
Thank you to all of our 2025 sponsors!
Accepted forms of payment:Cheque (payable to the University of Ottawa), Direct Deposit, and Cash. If paying by Direct Deposit, more information will be available post-event.