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  • The 2nd Annual Einstein Gala@The Carlu(Sun.,May 15th,2016)

    Anderson Cooper hosted a star-studded dinner at The Carlu on Sunday,May 15 and Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead provided a thought-provoking discussion followed by an acoustic performance. The Canadian Einstein Legacy Project, a series of initiatives that honour the greatest minds and innovators around the globe, announced a partnership with Tribal Planet and the…

  • Heart Of Fashion 2016 In Support Of The Interventional Radiology Suite@Bridal Path(Sat.,May 14th,2016)

    On Saturday, May 14th, it was a unforgettable night of fashion, food and entertainment under an absolutely stunning marquee tent in the Bridle Path ravine beyond the gates of Glendon. Proceeds from Heart of Fashion supported Interventional Radiology at North York General, suppored the patients and the families. http://www.nyghfoundation.ca/our-events/2016-heart-fashion<img Heart of Fashion was an exclusive…

  • ONE NIGHT STAND: Take a Stand for Children’s Mental Health@Steam Whistle Brewing(Thurs., June 2nd,2016)

    One in five children suffer with mental health issues and 80% of those children WILL NOT receive the help they need. Take a stand for children’s mental health through ONE NIGHT STAND in support of The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre. Proceeds from the event will support vital children’s mental health programs, including prevention, early intervention, treatment, training,…

  • Spring Into Change Gala for SickKids Patient Amenities Fund@Spoke Club(Sat.,May 7th,2016)

    Spring into Change is an exciting gala that raises funds for SickKids patient amenities fund. The evening featured live musical performance by The Dave Murphy Band, bottomless cocktails, hors d’oeurves and a silent auction. Proceeds from the ticket sales were donated directly to the Patient Amenities Fund at SickKids, which helps families experiencing financial hardship…

  • The POGO Ball@Liberty Grand(Sat.,May 7th,2016)

    Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO). Is inspired by the children/families whose lives strive to improve. Plus champion childhood cancer care on behalf of the childhood cancer community. POGO presented Travel the Spice Route, which took place at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex on Sat.,May 7th, 2016. The Evening included a lavish culinary experience, striking…

  • Dare To Dream in aid of New Beginnings@Fairmount Royal York(Sat.,April30th,2016)

    This was the 8th annual gala in aid of “New Beginnings” support program and the theme this year was “Dare To Dream”. Patrons of the event were treated to a delicious three course dinner as the hosts and acts entertained the guests as they dined, browsed the items at the silent auction tables and purchased…

  • 7th Annual International Pub Night@Daniel Spectrum

    Patrons were treated to premium beer, cider tasting, tasty pub fare, an oyster bar, 50/50 draw, a silent auction, a d.j. and a grand prize raffle. The entertainment for the evening was comedian Mike MacDonald. The host of the evening was media personality Natalie Johnson of CTV News/Toronto. By supporting International Pub night you are…

  • 2nd Annual Courtney’s Quest Charity Gala in support of Sick Kids Foundation+Camp Trillium@Parkview Manor(Sat.,April23rd,2016)

    This was the 2nd annual event benefiting SickKids Foundation and Camp Trillium and both are dear to the hearts of our host/guest speaker Courtney Sadler and her family. The goal this year was to raise $100,000 for both the SickKids Foundation and Camp Trillium. Some of noted guest included: The Master of Ceremonies Marivel Taruc…

  • Earth Ball 2016 MILL STREET BREWERY: 21 Tank House Lane Distillery District(Fri.,Arpil 22nd,2016)

    The annual Earth Ball event hosted more than 400 business and environmental leaders in celebration of environmental achievement, while delighting guests in a culinary experience coupled with exciting entertainment. For 25 years, Earth Day Canada has inspired and activated Canadians of all ages to reduce the collective impact on the environment through innovative programming and…

  • 21st Annual Starlight Gala”Under The Sea”@Fairmount Royal York(Sat.,April 16th,2016)

    By BK on the SCENE This year the 21st Annual Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada celebrated with the theme of “Under The Sea” and it was a spectacular evening of live music, aquatic dancers, A Mermaid model and water life decorations displayed all over the event hall. It was truly a Water theme and all for…

  • The 5th Annual Memory Ball@Palais Royale(Sat.,April 9th,2016)

    Photography by Nicholas Chan It is a yearly fight against Alzheimer’s and again this year’s edition of The Memory Ball was a sell out. A lot of well dressed patrons occupying the beautiful and historic Palais Royale which dates back to the “Big Band”era with the walls full of pictures of Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald…

  • SNAP 2016 A Photographic Art Fundraiser for ACT@Reference Library(Thurs.,March31st,2016)

    SNAP!, presented by TD, is one of Toronto’s most exciting annual auction of contemporary photography, held in support of the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT). Featuring both a live auction and silent auction, SNAP! took place Thursday, March 31, 2016 at the Bram & Bluma Appel Salon (Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street) with Dragons…

  • Online Art Auction to Raise Awareness and Funds for Women and Families (Starting March 8 to March 14)

    The Jean Tweed Centre for Women, Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment, Ballet Creole and Margaret’s Housing and Support Services have partnered to celebrate International Women’s Day 2016 and to raise funds and awareness for local women’s issues. unify, the online art sale, begins March 8th at 12:01 a.m. and runs for a week…

  • Lucky Ball@Revival(Thurs.,March 17th,2016)

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  • TOM*MENSFASHION4HOPE@College Park(Thurs.,Feb.25th,2016)

    By Andy Wright (http://andywrightstudios.com) MENSFASHION4HOPE is a special charitable presentation at TOM* to raise fund for The Kol Hope Foundation for children.  All proceeds are donated to the SickKids Hospital via the Kol Hope Fund at SickKids to help improve the condition and lives of children with congenital diseases. The mission of The Kol Hope…

  • Bubble Hockey Night 2016@Steamwhistle Roundhouse(Mon.,Feb.22nd,2016)

    The event was an exclusive evening of hockey and hearts: Bubble Hockey Night for SickKids http://www.sickkidsfoundation.com/together which was a march-madness style bubble hockey tournament that supported the hospital’s most urgent needs. We cheered on the teams in pursuit of the SickKids Cup. Steamwhistle Brewery and multiple vendors played generous host to us as we walked…

  • Bubble Hockey 2016 For Sick Kids@Steamwhistle Brewery(Mon.,Feb.22nd,2016)

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  • UPCOMING FEB 6, 2016: Clothes Exchange @Oasis Convention Centre (Mississauga)

    People deserve and can have an equal opportunity in life to belong to society, to have a sense of fairness and confidence when standing for themselves and trying to better their lives. Some people do not have and cannot afford the proper attire to present themselves professionally at an interview; therefore, not having the opportunity…

  • Monogram Dinner by Design Presented by Caesarstone@Design Exchange(Jan.19th-24th 2016)

    Monogram Dinner by Design presented by Caesarstone, celebrates design talents and raise awareness and fund for charities that make a difference in their local communities. The fundraiser brings together internationally celebrated designers and local talents to create three-dimensional dining installations that inspire, delight and excite. These extraordinary dining environments set the stage for two days…

  • UPCOMING: 4th Annual AWHL Fundraiser Dec 4/5/6 @ Coffee Tree Roastery – 2412 Bloor Street West (Toronto)

    4th Annual AWHL Fundraiser — Keep the phone lines open for the Assaulted Women’s Helpline!  In keeping with tradition the staff at the Coffee Tree will donate all the tips they receive Friday Dec. 4, Saturday Dec. 5, and Sunday Dec. 6. As per tradition for the past three years, you can also donate $20 and take home…