Category: Announcement
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Shinji-The Grand Opening, A New Modern Japanese Steakhouse-Tuesday, July 7, 2026 @333 Bay Street
At Shinji, every table is a celebration. From melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu sourced directly from Himeji & Kobe to pristine seafood and beautifully crafted sushi, every dish is made to impress on your palate and on your camera roll. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and reimagined with a bold, modern energy, Shinji is where unforgettable dinners turn into…
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Montuno Cubano Releases “Baila Mi Guaracha,” a Global Invitation to Dance
Spotify I YouTube I Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Prince Edward Island based Latin outfit Montuno Cubano releases its new single “Baila Mi Guaracha” out now, ahead of a summer run of shows that includes headline appearances at Stratford Summer Music and Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. Led by Santiago de Cuba born songwriter, singer and requinto player Jorge Luis Peña Acosta, the track draws…
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THE 30TH ANNUAL AMERICAN BLACK FILM FESTIVAL OPENS WITH THE PREMIERE OF MALCOLM D. LEE’S STRUNG, WITH STARS CHLOE BAILEY, LYNN WHITFIELD, COCO JONES, AND LUCIEN LAVISCOUNT IN ATTENDANCEJEFF FRIDAY, NICOLE FRIDAY, REGINA KING, KOUNTRY WAYNE, AND MORE ALSO IN ATTENDANCE
(L to R) Lucien Laviscount, Chloe Bailey, Malcolm D. Lee, Lynn Whitfield, Coco Jones (L to R) Nicole Friday, Chloe Bailey, Jeff Friday (L to R) Nicole Friday, Regina King, Jeff Friday The 30th American Black Film Festival opening night heats up Miami Beach with the premiere of Peacock and Blumhouse’s thriller Strung. In attendance were…
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Stanley Kwan’s Landmark Biopic, CENTER STAGE, Returns to Theaters for its 35th Anniversary Beginning 8/7 + NEW Trailer
INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTAR MAGGIE CHEUNG STARS AS SHANGHAI SILENT FILM ICON RUAN LINGYUIN DIRECTOR STANLEY KWAN’S LANDMARK BIOPIC IN THEATERS TO CELEBRATE ITS 35TH ANNIVERSARY THE 4K DIGITAL RESTORATION WILL OPEN IN THEATERS BEGINNING AUGUST 7, 2026“Lush, definitive, and boldly conceived.” — Jordan Raup, The Film Stage“Kwan’s most thrilling, concentrated and dazzling achievement.” — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune“Cheung is a true heartbreaker: radiant,…
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WE WALK THE RED CARPET AND SAW CLASSIC & EXOTIC CARS, INCLUDING PORSCHE, FERRARI, LAMBORGHINI, ASTON MARTIN, AMERICAN, SUPER CARS AND MORE&IT WAS FATHER’S DAY
We had a chance to celebrate the 16th edition of the Yorkville Exotic Car Show on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026. As Toronto’s premier destination for high-end boutiques, gourmet dining, and world-class hotels, the Bloor-Yorkville district once again rolled out the red carpet for an unforgettable display of exotic cars, automotive celebrities and live music. This spectacular red-carpet event took place…
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54-40 Toast Their West Coast Roots With Ocean Pearl Lager, Debut Rare Track “Travel With Jack,” and Launch a Coast to Coast Summer of Touring
The Beloved Canadian Rock Institution Brews a Hometown Tribute With Four Winds and Barnside, Uncovers a Previously Unavailable Recording, and Hits the Road From Delta to Toronto Photo Credit: Trevor Cornish Website I Spotify I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Legendary Canadian rock band 54-40 are raising a glass to the place that made them. The Vancouver area mainstays have teamed with Four…
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AC/DC PWR/UP POP UPS TO OPEN IN EVERY CITY ON 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
AC/DC PWR/UP POP UPS TO OPEN IN EVERY CITY ON 2026 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR Free and open to all fans, the AC/DC PWR/UP Pop Up will open in every city on the band’s 2026 North American stadium tour, giving fans one more way to be part of the PWR/UP Tour as it rolls through townAs…
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Cirque Du Soleil-LUZIA @The Big Top – 2150 Lake Shore Blvd West – June 18th to August 30th, 2026
We had the privilege of attending the opening night of Cirque Du Soleil-LUZIA, marking the company’s 38th original production since 1984. Running under the Big Top at 2150 Lake Shore Blvd West in Toronto from June 18th to August 30th, the show offers a breathtaking escape into an imaginary Mexico. Upon arrival, guests were greeted by a vibrant…
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The acclaimed young Canadian artist honours her first fiddle teacher as she prepares to represent Canada at Sweden’s Lilla By Festivalen
Spotify I YouTube I Website I Bandcamp I Facebook I Instagram I TikTok Irish Millie has released “Allison,” the opening track from her acclaimed EP ‘Between Then and Now,’ and a song that traces the quiet beginnings of one of Canada’s most exciting young voices in folk and roots music. Built around the intimate interplay of fiddle and guitar, “Allison” is a tribute to Sally Pirie, the…
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Canada Black Music Archives’ Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour Returns to Toronto, Bigger Than Ever, as the City of Toronto Proclaims June 2026 Black Music Month
The acclaimed audiovisual tour of Eglinton West’s storied cultural district expands with more dates, new locations, and private bookings The Canada Black Music Archives’ Little Jamaica Music History Walking Tour is back and better than ever, returning to Toronto for a new season that celebrates one of the most culturally significant neighbourhoods in the country.…
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Pianist and Composer Rick Maltese Releases New Single “Just Like an Angel,” a Stirring Call for Kindness
The veteran singing pianist is joined by an acclaimed jazz trio on a melody-driven plea for compassion, drawn from his album ‘Rick Maltese & Friends Vol 2’ Website I Bandcamp I Apple Music I Spotify I YouTube Toronto pianist, composer, and songwriter Rick Maltese has released “Just Like an Angel,” a warm and melody-forward single that turns a simple idea into something quietly…
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Elina Filice Releases “Bury Me,” a Punk-Pop Pride Anthem About the Shirt You’d Be Buried In and the Love You’d Never Want Back
Toronto-based singer, songwriter, and storyteller Elina Filice releases her joyful, life-affirming new single “Bury Me” today, a Canadiana-soaked punk-pop anthem that announces itself immediately as one of the most infectious and emotionally generous songs of her career. Co-produced by Filice and Kevin Brennan and released on her own Red Vine Records, the track is a…
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Mariposa July 2026! Get Your Tickets ASAP!
Full Stage Schedules Available Now – Click HereExplore all the Workshop Combinations and special shows like the Mariposa Unplugged Interviews and celebrations of Neil Young and the Tragically Hip! Mariposa magical moments are imminent! Schedules are subject to change, so check back as you’re planning your weekend. Ticket Prices Increase June 15th Festival is Heading for a…
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CANREADS Book Awards 2026 Toronto- Thursday, May 28, 2026
By Sally Warburton The CANREADS Book Awards honour outstanding achievements in Canadian literature – stories which move us, voices which inspire and words which stay with us long after the final page. The CANREADS Awards evening was held at The Storeys venue on Duncan Street in downtown Toronto. The beautiful second floor of this iconic…
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Dealing With Feeling with Dr. Marc Brackett TOMORROW
Register On This Link- Wednesday, June 3, 20265:00 PM – 6:00 PM PDTRegistration is required for thisfree live private Zoom event.Please join UCLA Friends of the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior for an inspiring and thought-provoking Open Mind program withDr. Marc Brackett, Professor and Founding Director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence…
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The Stimulated Mind – Future Proof Your Brain From Dementia and Stay Sharp at Any Age
Registration is required for thisfree live private Zoom event.The Stimulated Mind: Future-Proof Your Brainfrom Dementia and Stay Sharp at Any Age https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=227f76ee-a34f-4509-9baf-2acd73f6c5d2&envId=p-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q&zone=usa&bbeml=tp-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q.joGCfbW6Is0iGk9cOmHIzug.r8xWkrdKpN06hAxrP0hiOHw.lcXnPIOpOpkSVrOOLkhi1kg Please join UCLA’s Friends of the Semel Institute and the Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital Board of Advisors for a compelling conversation on cognitive longevity, brain health, and the science of staying mentally sharp throughout…
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Hot Docs – Thurs., April 23rd – Sun., May 3rd, 2026
We started the Hot Docs Festival on the opening day for Antidiva: The Carole Pope Confessions Antidiva: The Carole Pope Confessions (2026) is a documentary that was the opening feature during Hot Docs 2026. Pope and director, Michelle Mama were in attendance for the Q&A as it was an excellent choice for opening the 2026…
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Living From The Soul- The Neuroscience of Spiritual Awakening
Tuesday, May 12, 20265:00 PM – 6:00 PM PDT Registration is required for thisfree live private Zoom event.Join UCLA’s Friends of the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and the Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital Board of Advisors for an Open Mind program featuring Dr. Helen Lavretsky, renowned integrative psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and author of the critically acclaimed book Living…
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Hot Docs Wraps 2026 Edition, Audience Awards Announced
Hot Docs wrapped its 2026 edition last night following an 11-day Festival that brought to Toronto cinema screens 115 of the finest documentaries from Canada and around the world, sharing the most pressing stories of our time with full houses of local film-loving audiences and showcasing global filmmaking talent from a total of 51 countries.…
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HOT DOCS ANNOUNCES 2026 FESTIVAL AWARD WINNERS AND $67,000 IN CASH AND PRIZES FOR CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL FILMMAKERS
Hot Docs is proud to announce the winning documentaries from this year’s official competition, and to recognize the outstanding achievements of Canadian and international filmmakers with films screening throughout this year’s Festival. A total of 12 awards, along with $67,000 in cash and prizes, was celebrated at the Hot Docs 2026 Awards Presentation, held earlier…
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