Loading articles...

Amazing Race Canada stars Dylan Elias and Kwame Osei to host 2018 Keyano Gala

Last Updated Sep 20, 2018 at 8:53 am MDT

PHOTO. Supplied, Amazing Race Canada stars Dylan Elias and Kwame Osei are known locally through their Northern Elite Football organization and youth mentorship program.

The Masters of Ceremonies for the 2018 Keyano College Gala will be Amazing Race Canada stars Dylan Elias and Kwame Osei.

The duo are known locally through their Northern Elite Football organization and youth mentorship program, and now for their third place finish on Amazing Race Canada.

In a press release, Fred Russell, Keyano College’s vice president, community relations said they wanted to involve Elias and Osei because their accomplishments are inspiring,

“It’s so great to see two people with such a passion for the future of the young people of our community,” said Russell.

The annual Keyano College Gala is the signature fundraiser for the college and is the premiere black-tie event of the year for the region.

Last year, the gala raised more than $285,000 to support more than 200 students and improvements in programming, athletics, theatre, and infrastructure at the college.

That is why Osei chose to be a part in the event.

“Athletics is huge part of my life, I would not be where I am today had it not been for football. I know how powerful sports and extracurricular activities are to the development of young people. You learn so many life skills through sports such as discipline, responsibility, time management, and teamwork just to name a few.” said Osei.

“On the other hand I know how difficult it can be for students to pay for school, I was once in their shoes. So when I was asked to host this event, it was a no brainer for me to say yes. I take pride in supporting the next generation of leaders.”

This year’s gala will be on Nov. 3 at the Syncrude Sport and Wellness Centre with The Trews as the featured performer.