Month: November 2017
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The 9th Annual Prosperity Ball-Moonlight Masquarade @The Carlu-Nov.25th,2017
This was the 9th annual gala in aid of “New Beginnings” support program and the theme this year was “Prosperity Ball/Moonlight Masquerade.” Home Guests of the event were treated to a delicious three course dinner while singing sensation Anna Cyzon wowed us with two original songs and entertained the patrons while they dined. Guests browsed…
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The 10th annual Chief of Police Gala – THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2017 – Beanfield Center
By Kimberly Samnang The Chief’s Gala is an annual event hosted by Chief Mark Saunders in support of Victim Services Toronto. It is a celebration that highlights a highly valued and respected volunteer organization that is essential not only to victims, but also to police officers at the scene of crimes and sudden tragedies. The…
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The 25th Annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards@The Fairmount Royal York-Wed.,Nov.22nd,2017
The 25th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards granted honours to six winners in this year’s prestigious ceremonies, including: the founder of a non-for-profit that pioneers STEM education for women nationally, a blue-collar CEO of one of the most successful retail maintenance businesses in the country and a restaurateur and real-estate mogul whose empire is…
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She Does the City! Nov 16 -19, 2017
By: Sorin Simniceanu She Does the City celebrated their 10th anniversary with a weekend long pop-up. The event was sponsored by Knix Wear, Instax and United Way, among others. More importantly, She Does the City has partnered with United Way, promising a $10,000 giveback to help the organizations in this city who support women: Sistering,…
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The Annual Mayors Evening For The Arts@MTCC-Mon.,Nov.,20th,2017
By Nicholas Chan On November 20, some of Toronto’s brightest stars and top performers will join Mayor John Tory and Barbara Hackett for the annual Mayors Evening for the Arts. The gala, emceed by Cheryl Hickey of Entertainment Tonight Canada and Noah Cappe of The Bachelorette Canada. In support of Toronto Arts Foundation’s Arts in…
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The Good, Bad And Ugly Sweater@Second City-Nov.20th,2016-Jan.5th,2017
It’s that time of the year! “AGAIN!” We’ll be faced with Garlands, Christmas Trees and Horrible/Tacky sweaters. The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Sweater, at The Second City, made fun of all the washed up, broken down traditions that tend to plague us during the holiday season. On stage November 20, 2017 to January…
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2017 Right To Play Tribute Dinner@Metro Toronto Convention Centre -Tuesday, November 14, 2017
BY Kimberly Samnang Right To Play hosted its fourth signature Tribute Dinner on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 in Toronto — a fundraising event to celebrate the power of play, and its ability to transform the lives of children and empower youth around the world. The Dinner paid tribute to The Honourable Chantal Petitclerc, Canadian Senator,…
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The 7th Annual Under The Big Top Gala In Support Of Autism@Liberty Grand-Thurs.,Nov.16th,2017
2017 was the 7th annual gala for-Under The Big Top For Autism! This is a cause that’s especially dear to everyone, as autism affects 1 in 88 children with that number growing constantly. It was an honour to be a part of an event that is trying to help children and parents in the absence…
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Luckystickz celebrates his new release November 28 at Lula Lounge (Toronto ON) before ringing in the new year December 31 at the Hamilton Convention Centre (Hamilton ON). STEEL PAN SAVANT & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER LUCKYSTICKZ SETS FORTH ON EVERY DAY BATTLE — AVAILABLE NOW!
Percussionists are born with a passion and rhythm so key to their being, and Canadian singer, songwriter, steel pan aficionado, and motivational speaker Luckystickz is absolutely no exception to this rule. Dejehan Hamilton as Luckystickz is an awesome interview; between his experience at Boston’s alumni-heavyweight Berklee College of Music as the very first Canadian steel…
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Gold Medal Plates@Metro Toronto Convention Centre Thursday, November 16, 2017
By Kimberly Samnang What a grand finale to the 2017 Gold Medal Plates campaign! The event in Toronto was simply stellar, with superb food and drink, a highly successful trip-auction, great conversation between the brilliant MC, Scott Russell and the athletes – Olympian bobby-dazzlers. And of course the house band was on fire in front…
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The 5th Annual Angels Catwalk For SickKids@SteamwhistleRoundhouse-Thursday, November 16, 2017
By Nicholas Chan and BK on the SCENE Angels Catwalk for SickKids is a yearly fundraiser put on by Ashley’s Angels which helps charity raise a significant amount of funds for transplant research and awareness for organ and tissue donation. http://www.angelscatwalk.ca/ The 5th annual Angels Catwalk for SickKids is one of Toronto’s most anticipated charitable…
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Canada’s Walk of Fame @ The Liberty Grand (Wed. Nov. 15, 2017)
CANADA’S WALK OF FAME ROLLED OUT THE RED CARPET FOR THE 2017 INDUCTEES Hosted by multi-platinum, award-winning singer/songwriter and 2006 Canada’s Walk of Fame inductee, Jann Arden, Inductees accepted the honour from special guest presenters who have impacted their life and/or career. This intimate evening also shined a spotlight on the 2017 Allan Slaight Honour recipient…
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Hockey Hall of Fame Announces 2017 Inductees@The Hockey Hall Of Fame-Nov.10th-13th,2017
By Nicholas Chan Lanny McDonald, Chairman of the Hockey Hall of Fame and John Davidson, Chairman of the Selection Committee, announced that seven individuals had been elected to Hockey Hall of Fame Honoured Membership, five in the Player Category and two in the Builder Category. The vote took place at the annual meeting of…
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The 7th Annual Chair Affair@Casalife-Fri.,Nov.3rd,2017
Top industry designers, Chef Michael Smith, and entertainer Terence Gowan & Friends, were in attendence for the 7th Annual Furniture Bank Gala. It was an evening of art and design, an auction of celebrated designer chairs and more fabulous items and together helping those in need find warmth, dignity, and stability in their new homes.…
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Emily Saliers of Indigo Girls debut album-“Murmuration Nation”
Thirty years into one of the most storied careers in popular music, Ind “What’s a 53 year old woman doing making her first solo record?” muses Saliers, best known as one half of the iconic duo Indigo Girls. “What compels someone like me to follow this strong attachment to rhythmic music?” See Emily Saliers at…
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The Annual Stone Tile Party@1451 Castlefield Rd.,Toronto-Thurs.,Nov.9th,2017
The Stone Tile Red Carpet Party is an annual staple on the calender of the “who’s who” In Toronto. The door opened up at 6pm to their customers, clients and friends of Stone Tile. They promised to deliver a great industry party and “yes”, they pulled a Canada Post by totally delivering on time! This…
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The 26th Annual Mirror Ball@The Westin Harbour Castle-Fri.,Nov.10th,2017
By Nicholas Chan and BK on the SCENE The 26th annual Mirror Ball, which brought together nearly 700 Toronto-based executives, survivors and enthusiastic repeat attendees, to raise critical funds for the cause,and it took place on Friday November 10 at The Westin Harbour Castle. This was an incredible night in support of all women, facing…
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JOSH SAHUNTA CREATES PURPOSEFUL DISSONANCE IN NEW RELEASE EDMONTON ARTIST WEAVES SOUND & TALE ON NEW RECORD — AVAILABLE NOW!
Edmonton-based Josh Sahunta off his recent release, Dissonance — available now. This video speaks volumes to Josh’s incredibly artistic eye; it’s one to see. An intriguing thriller backing “Sing Me to Life,” you’ll be drawn in by the trifecta that is Josh’s richly talented songwriting, sound, and art direction. Telling the story of a man…
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BOOMBOX-“LlVE FOREVER”@TIFF Bell Lightbox-Thurs.,Nov.2nd,2017
By BK on the SCENE The iconic movie/TV show “Fame”, featuring Irene Cara, transformed TIFF Bell Lightbox into it’s own modern school for the arts, inspired by the 1980’s prestigious performance arts high school in New York City. Patrons were transformed in a unique, multi-sensory experience, featuring Toronto’s emerging artists and performers. Boombox installations…
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Taste Canada’s Awards@The Ritz-Carleton-Mon.,Oct.30th,2017
By BK on the SCENE The 20th annual Taste Canada Awards were held at the Ritz-Carlton Toronto, an event combining cookbook authors and food bloggers to honour culinary writers and publishers from across our country. A total of 147 books and blogs in both English and French were entered in the yearly event. Noah…
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