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  • The 3rd Annual Le Grand Bal@The Fermenting Cellar(Wed.,Nov.18th,2015)

    By: William Kay+ Steve Blackburn The Third Annual Le Grand Bal Masquerade was held at the Fermenting Cellar in Toronto’s trendy Distillery District. This year’s Le Grand Bal was was in support of Toronto’s first transitional housing program for sex-trafficked victims via Covenant House Toronto. Thanks to the amazing efforts from Suzanne Rogers, Sylvia Mantella,…

  • 13th Annual Regent Park Film Festival@Daniel Spectrum(Wed.,Nov.18th,2015)

    The Regent Park Film Festival is Toronto’s only free-of-charge multi-cultural community film festival, dedicated to showcasing local and international independent works relevant to inner-city communities across Toronto. We host an annual festival and also hold year-round school and community screenings, workshops and discussions at no cost. The Festival aims to reach isolated communities throughout Regent…

  • Transgender Awareness Week 2015(Nov.14th-20th)+Interview With Jack Jackson

    To mark Transgender Awareness Week 2015 (Nov.14 – 20), Jack Jackson of “Alljackedup” has designed a special, one-off commemorative bow tie celebrating the achievements of activists, pioneers and heroes of the transgender, gender variant and gender non-conforming communities. Available for a limited time, the bow tie features the names of current transgender role models like…

  • 2015 Promise Ball@Paramount Conference&Event Venue(Sat.,Nov.14th,2015)

    The 2015 Promise Ball gala is the culmination of tireless and committed individuals who are dedicated to finding a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. JDRF was paying tribute to the Frost Family as the honouree at this year’s Promise Ball. The M.C. for the evening was celebrated comedian and…

  • 27th Annual 12 Trees Of Christmas Preview-The Joy Of Creativity@Gardiner Museum(Thurs.,Nov.12th,2015)

    A special guided tour took place at the Gardiner Museum for the annual 12 Trees event. Dee Dee Eustace is the curator of this year’s 12 Trees, with the support of 12 Tree artist and designers to create this year’s edition called”The Joy Of Creativity.” This explores the possibilities of what a Christmas tree can…

  • Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremonies 2015@HHOF Toronto(Nov.6th-Nov.9th,2015)

    By Nicholas Chan and Don Quincy This was the Class of 2015 full of superstar defenceman and how did it rank compared to past inductees? You be the judge but this year must rank among some of the best hockey players ever! Sergei Fedorov, Phil Housley, Nicklas Lidstrom, Chris Pronger, Bill Hay, Angela Ruggiero and…

  • The Annual Stone Tile Gala Event(Thurs.,Nov.12th,2015)

    By Nicholas Chan The annual Stone Tile Gala was the perfect setting to bring together the GTA’s design industry professionals in one spot. For over 20 years, Stone Tile has been recognized as North America’s foremost authority on natural and manufactured tiles. The showroom was a perfect place to hold the gala. Though a huge…

  • Giller Prize@Ritz Carelton(Tues.,Nov.10th,2015)

    The 22st Scotiabank Giller Prize was held in the grand ballroom at the Ritz-Carlton and televised by CBC on November 10, 2015. The Giller Prize, the richest literary award for fiction recognizes Canadian authors for the talents. The prize $100,000 goes to the winner and $10,000 going to other finalists. Founded by Jack Rabinovitch in…

  • Jenice J. Heo@Andrew Richards -Neil Young Series-Opening Night@Struck Contemporary(Turs.,Nov.5th,2015)

    It was the grand opening of the Jenice J. Heo “Neil Young Series of art. This was part two of the “Struck Contemporary”series that showcased some amazing art such as Andy Warhol’s original artwork. The invited guest were treated to great hospitality which included:delicious appetizers, creative desserts and an open bar. Two art work that…

  • “Spectre” Movie Premiere@Scotia Bank Theatre+007 After Party@Drake One Fifty(Tues.,Nov.3rd,2015)

    By Nicholas Chan It was a dual partnership when Dignitas International combined with the premiere of the new James Bond movie Spectre at the Scotia Bank theatre in downtown Toronto. Founded in 2004, Dignitas International is a leader in health systems. They work with patients, health care workers, researchers and policymakers. They are advocates of…

  • Boom Box@Tiff Bell Lightbox(Thurs.,Nov.5th,2015)

    By Nicolas Chan It was called”A Night Of Explosive Creativity Inspired By The Exhibition of Andy Warhol:Stars Of The Silver Screen” and it delivered in style on a Thursday night in Toronto. This event was named by Best Of Toronto’s Annual Event Of The Year For 2014. This event proclaimed that “Everyone will be famous…

  • The Third Annual Hush Hush@Bloor/Gladstone Branch Library(Sat.,Oct.31st,2015)

    The Third Annual HUSH HUSH Bash in support of Toronto Public Library was held on Saturday,October 31st, 2015 at the Bloor/Gladstone Branch Library. The library was transformed into a “Haunted House” for one night for the event. This event was being hosted by New Collection, the Toronto Public Library Foundation’s young patrons group. HUSH HUSH…

  • Chair Affair@The International Centre(Fri.,Oct.30th,2015)

    Since 1998 and founded by Sister Anne Schenck, Furniture Bank has collected and provided over 300,000 items of furniture to over 60,000 people. Gently used furniture and household goods donated by individuals and corporations to people who are in need of a new start. The fleet of trucks are on the road throughout the year,…

  • Kings Of Chaos@Casino Rama(Fri.,Oct.30th,2015)

    By Scott Hughes Could this be another Supergroup that could last longer than one tour or one tour? With a rotating line up of musicians that featured: Sabastian Bach, Duff McKagan, Gilbey Clarke, Robin Zander, Matt Sorum and Steve Stevens. Well they hit the stage with singers: Robin Zander of Cheap Trick fame and Sabastian…

  • STARLIGHT CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION CANADA’S SECOND ANNUAL TEA & TIARAS @Royal York Hotel (Oct 25, 2015)

    Mothers, daughters, aunts, grandmothers, cousins, friends and colleagues are preparing to dress in their Sunday best on October 25, 2015 to attend an afternoon filled with delicious teas and high fashion at Starlight Children’s Foundation™ Canada’s second annual Tea & Tiaras. The event, hosted by Suhana Meharchand, will take place at Toronto’s Fairmont Royal York (100 Front Street West) from…

  • Upcoming: 3RD ANNUAL ANGELS CATWALK FOR SICKKIDS (Thursday, November 19, 2015)

    Join us for the 3rd annual Angels Catwalk for SickKids on Thursday, November 19th – 6:30 pm at Andrew Richard Designs, 571 Adelaide St. East, Toronto. Building on the success of the past two years, having raised over $500,000 – this premier red carpet event will once again feature some of the hottest fashions to walk…

  • Henzel Studio Collarbortions by Henzel@Relative Space(Fri.,Oct.23rd,2015)

    The artistic style of Calle Henzel has been the reason for Henzel Studio’s designs. He has over the years challenged the traditional art and design scene. In May 2014, Henzel Studio launched Henzel Studio Collaborations which were a collections of art rugs designed with some of the most prominent artists of our time. This included:…

  • My Salon on Richmond Grand Opening (Thurs.,Oct.22nd,2015)

    It was the grand opening of My Salon on Richmond on Thursday night. The My Salon team consists of:Colin McEwen Owner/Stylist, Kristin Ridding Spa Team Lead and Caroline Coloma-Mendoza Stylist http://mysalononrichmond.com/ Colin McEwen said”It was the right time to open up this business. Maybe six months ago it wasn’t but the timing was right.” His…

  • 10th Annual Chocolate Ball@Eglinton Grand Theatre(Thurs.,Oct. 22nd,2015)

    By Nicholas Chan Savoury and Sweet meeting in one spot for the 10th Annual Chocolate Ball where the smell of chocolate creations filled the 3-storied renovated historical venue of The Eglinton Grand Theatre. A lot of activities were in store for this fun filled evening such as: Photo Booth, Chocolate Casino, Caricatures drawing, BASo Alto…

  • Upcoming: Right To Play – Empower Play 2015 – October 22 @99 Sudbury Street

    Champions Network of Young Professionals will be hosting it’s second annual mini sticks hockey tournament this Thursday at 99 Sudbury. This is one-of-a-kind charity event bringing together teams of young professionals from various business sectors to compete in an evening of friendly competition while raising money for Right To Play. Empower Play will host teams…