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Category: Charity Gala

  • Suits & Staches-In Support Of Movember Foundation@Leon’s Roundhouse(Fri.,Nov.20th,2015)

    by Don Quincy – DQC Photo #‎Movember‬, the time of the year where men do their best Tom Selleck or Ned Flanders impression or whoever their Stasche Hero may be! Global events including ‪#‎SuitsandStaschesCharityGala‬ are put on to raise awareness of men’s health issues and to raise donations in order to fund a diverse range…

  • The 5th Annual Under The Big Top For Autism@Liberty Grand-(Thurs.,Nov.19th,2015)

    The Fifth Annual “Under The Big Top For Autism” was held at the historic Liberty Grand on Thursday. A very successful evening benefiting Autism Speaks Canada with 600+ in attendance!!! They raised over $250,000.00 for ASC. This is a cause that’s especially dear to everyone as autism affects 1 in 88 children with that number…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • The House Party-In Support Of-Ronald McDonald House Charities@Steam Whistle Brewery(Thurs.,Oct.8th,2015)

    By Nicholas Chan The House Party website: http://rmhctoronto.wix.com/houseparty http://rmhtoronto.org/ Yes it was a “House Party” but it was more than fun party on a Thursday night at the legendary Steam Whistle Roundhouse Brewery building. It was all about the Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto which provides a “home away from home” for 81 children and…

  • Art With Heart-In Support Of Casey House@The Carlu(Tues.,Oct.6th,2015)

    This was the 22nd annual Art With Heart auction for Casey House! And there were some beautiful art work on display and for sale on Tuesday night. The beautiful Carlu was a great spot to have this event and patrons were treated to food stations, beverages and great desserts. But the main reason for this…

  • Furniture Bank’s Chair Affair Preview@Cambria(Wed.,Sept.30th,2015)

    Since 1998, Furniture Bank has collected and provided over 300,000 items of furniture to over 60,000 people. A series of one-of-a-kind furniture creations were showcased at the preview at Cambria Furniture outlet to some special guest on Wednesday night. The International Centre will host this year’s Chair Affair gala and charity auction on Friday, October…

  • iBellieve Foundation Gala@Steam Whistle Brewery(Wed.,Sept.23rd,2015)

    Photography by Nicholas Chan We were invited to an amazing charity event at The Steam Whistle Brewery from guest speaker Simon Ibell who is the Founder of the iBellieve Foundation, he is also a Motivational Speaker, and Writer. A truly remarkable and inspirational individual, Simon is an advocate for Human Potential, a Role Model for…

  • TIFF 2015: Pre-TIFF 2015 Extravaganza-Multiple Locations (Sept. 9, 2015)

      So it wasn’t even the start of TIFF 2015 and we were invited to some real”Swanky”Gala. So let’s start off at The Spoke Club for the Canadian Filmakers’ Party. The Who’s Who from the North American filmakers’ association were in attendance. Jason Priestly and E Talk Ben Mulroney were the host for the evening.…

  • UPCOMING: PANTS OFF For Prostate Cancer Sept 23!!!

    Pants Off for Prostate Cancer is an edgy fundraising event where men and women are encouraged to check their coats, and pants, at the door! What follows will be an unforgettable and fashionably fun evening that’s one part social, one part fundraiser, and two parts unforgettable! It’s September 23, 2015 and downtown Toronto’s Moss Park…

  • UPCOMING: Join the Ronald McDonald House Toronto Young Professionals Committee on Thursday October 8th…

    Join the Ronald McDonald House Toronto Young Professionals Committee on Thursday October 8th for an incredible night of drinks, dancing, networking and fun at Steam Whistle Brewery.  Last year over $34,000 was raised for families of seriously ill children staying at Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto. For more information, visit HERE…

  • 1st ANNUAL BUSKER SOIREE “The Night is Yonge” @Aperture Room (Aug 13, 2015)

    It was a fun and stylish fundraising event in support of Epilepsy Toronto for the very 1st annual Busker Soiree “The Night is Yonge”. The evening was hosted by NBA star Tristan Thompson and CTV News’ Andria Case. Since its inception in 2000, Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy has featured hundreds of the best street performers…

  • ANNUAL SCOTIABANK CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL GALA @ Liberty Grand – Exhibition Place (July 24, 2015)

    By Bill Kwan The 2015 Annual Gala is one of the most important nights of the year for people who “have a love” for celebrating “in-style” for The Annual Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival. It is a night to wear your finest formal attire to come out and celebrate the rich history of the Caribbean culture in the city…

  • TORONTO PLAYS 2015 | In Support Of RIGHT TO PLAY @The Burroughs (June 25, 2015)

    Las Vegas meets Toronto for the 4th annual Toronto Plays in support for Right to Play at The Burroughs. Guests enjoyed complimentary hors d’oeurves and an open bar. A silent auction and a raffle helped make the evening raise funds for a worthy cause. The purpose of this event was to raise funds for Right to Play…

  • One Night Stand, June 19, 2015 @ Design Exchange, 234 Bay Street, Toronto

    Friday night located in the financial heart of downtown Toronto inside the fabled walls of the Design Exchange, The Hincks-Dellcrest Foundation held their 6th annual fundraiser for Children’s Mental Health. One Night Stand brought together everyone out to support the kids. #OneNightStand @HincksDellcrest Host duties for the night fell onto Adam Growe of Cash Cab,…

  • PROGRESS PLACE GALA 30th ANNIVERSARY @ Fifth Social Club (June 16, 2015)

      The 30th Anniversary Progress Place Gala was Held at The Fifth Social Club where over 200 guests enjoyed a night of good food, drink and 80s entertainment, this event presents a unique opportunity for friends and supporters to show their support for Progress Place and the work being done to advance the cause of…

  • One Night Stand, June 19, 2015. 8:00 PM @ Design Exchange, 234 Bay Street

    Take a Stand for Children’s Mental Health #OneNightStand Silent Auction items $125 Your ticket includes: Entry to the 2015 ONE NIGHT STAND Cocktail party at 8pm Complimentary drinks all night Live entertainment Access to silent auction Access to raffle draw Specialty cocktail bar Passed hors d’oeuvres Late night snacks One in five children suffer with mental…

  • REGENT PARK GALA @ The Capitol Event Theatre (May 21, 2015)

    The Regent Park Gala was held at The Capitol Event Theatre with the 3TO6TEAM (an extension of the MLSE Foundation) spearheading the event to raise money for the kids of Regent Park to give them the opportunity to play organized sports after school. The gala was a great evening of entertainment by: Live VIP reception performance…