Best Buddies Canada, a national charitable organization dedicated to fostering friendships between Canadian students and individuals with intellectual disabilities, recently honoured screen legend Ann-Margret with its 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award at its 15th annual benefit gala. The black tie affair, held at the Four Seasons Hotel, attracted close to 500 of Canada’s film and business leaders, and featured live musical performances, along with a special look back at Ann-Margret’s extraordinary career.

PHOTOS: Legendary Hollywood icon Ann-Margret and Michelle Levy; Gala co-chairs Penny Shore and Daniel Greenglass; Cynthia Gordon with Warren and Debbie Kimel. Rocky Pantalone (founder National Homes); Nancy Pencer; Gala co-chair  Barry Avrich; celebrated Canadian film director Norman Jewison and Lynne St. David.