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Striking a pose & raising funds for ACO

Paparazzi event treats attendees like celebs

By Xtra Staff • October 20, 2008 8:00 pm EDT

On Oct 18, the Paparazzi event raised funds for the AIDS Committee of Ottawa. Attendees were encouraged to dress up and strike a pose for the cameras as they walked the “red carpet” into Swizzles. The night featured live music and a hair fashion show.

Check out our video report below:

Video by Claire Jenkins.

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