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  • ANOKHI MEDIA’s 12th Anniversary Event @ Fairmount Royal York (March 28, 2015)

       The  ANOKHI MEDIA’s 12th Anniversary event at Toronto’s Fairmont Royal York was the place to celebrate the South Asian Community with over 900 well-dressed attendees. Red Carpet guests included: Daniel Ashwin Pillai – Director of Online TV, Spotlight TV, Pulse TV Dilshad Burman- Host, Omni TV V-Mix Raoul Juneja – Producer and Veejay, Omni TV V-Mix Veronica Chail…

  • The Players Gala presented by BlackBerry supporting MLSE Foundation-Sun.,March 29th 2015@Real Sports

    The Players’ Gala presented by BlackBerry was the chance for sports fans to mix and mingle with their favourite Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors players and alumni while supporting the MLSE Foundation. The Toronto FC were not at this gala because of an out of town commitment in Salt Lake City. Fans entered the event…

  • 4th Annual Memory Ball-Sat.,March 28th,2015@Palais Royale

  • Lynyrd Skynyrd-Fri.,March 27th,2015@Casino Rama

    Photography by Scott Hughes In 1969, Ronnie Van Zant sought a name.for his Rock Band and  The group settled on Leonard Skinnerd, and eventually spelled “Lynyrd Skynyrd”  a mocking tribute to a physical-education teacher at Robert E. Lee High School in Jacksonville, Florida who was notorious for strictly enforcing the school’s policy against boys having…

  • The National Home Show-March 13th-22nd@Direct Energy Centre

    We attended North America’s Largest Home and Garden Event which was held at the huge Direct Energy Centre by the Lakefront from March 13th to March 22nd, 2015. The co-location of two world class events, Canada Blooms the largest flower and garden festival and the National Home Show. http://www.nationalhomeshow.com/ We like to thank Sara Zajac…

  • Kingsman: The Secret Service Movie Premiere

    By Derek Lang Kingsman: the Secret Service (2015) Director: Matthew Vaughn This was a fun movie that seems to not know who their target audience is… adults or teens. There’s a lot of violence in the movie but you can tell there are scenes that have done some creative workings to keep the gorefest down.…

  • Kodo One Earth Tour+Nagata Shachy-Thurs.,March 12th,2015@Sony Centre

    “Kodo One Earth Tour:- Mystery,”is the latest production from the Japanese Taiko Drummers, the profound world of “Mystery.”the second work directed by artistic director Tamasaburo Bando,  with a tour around the USA and Canada from January through March 2015 arrived at The Sony Centre on Thursday. No pictures were allowed during the performance until the…

  • Upcoming: Sat, March 14 @ THE RUM EXCHANGE Saturday Night 3~5~7 Fever…

    3~5~7 … It’s been a very popular year since the go-to destination for the afterwork crowd The Rum Exchange opened in the heart of Toronto’s downtown financial district . Why call it Saturday Night 3~5~7 Fever?                             ~ $3 RUM,JAGER,TEQUILA & JACK SHOTS        …

  • Sushi Festival 2015-Thurs.,March 5th,2015@Japanese-Canadian Cultural Centre,Don Mills

    The Toronto Sushi Festival was held at The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre with a wide range of sushi delicacies from sushi restaurants and acclaimed Japanese chefs all over Ontario. Sushi enthusiasts and food lovers can partake on this two day festival which offers a VIP section and a general public area. One thing missing was…

  • Happy Birthday Toronto 181st”Past,Present and Future”Art-Wed.,March 4th,2015@Steamwhistle Roundhouse

    Toronto is turning 181 years and on March 4th Steamwhistle celebrated A Happy Birthday party Toronto, opening reception and special art exhibit of “Toronto: Past, Present, Future”, presented at the Steam Whistle Gallery this month. “Toronto: Past, Present, Future” is a mixture of artwork across all mediums from Toronto-based artists who explore the nightlife, urban…

  • 3rd Annual Laugh Out Loud Gala-Sat.,Feb.28th,2015@Mississauga International Centre

    The Gala scene took us to Mississauga for the 3rd annual comedy event in support of mental health at Trillium Health Partners Laughing Out Loud 2015 gala was held at The The International Centre with hosts: Alan Thicke and Gerry Dee. Last Saturday night, Trillium Health Partners Foundation celebrated the 3rd annual Laugh Out Loud…

  • #AcademySocial Feb. 26, 2015 @ Steam Whistle Roundhouse, 255 Bremner Blvd. Toronto

    It has been a busy week in Toronto post Academy Awards (Oscars) with Toronto hosting events all week to celebrate and recognize Canadian talent.   The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (ACCT) and hubub hosted the 2015 #AcademySocial event again at the famous Steam Whistle Roundhouse located in the heart of downtown Toronto (South…

  • Levetto-Fri.,Feb.27th,2015@940 College St.West

    The new Levetto located at 940 College St. West in Toronto welcomed the media to their grand opening on Friday. We were greeted and served delicious food all night compliments of Executive Chef Shahir Massoud. Levetto professes to be “the first & foremost makers of authentic Roman cuisine at a fast-food price.” Chef Shahir Massoud…

  • TOM* WK-Christopher Bates Runway Show-Fri.,Feb.27th,2015@The Carlu

    By Bill Kwan Menswear designer Christopher Bates showcased his latest creation during TOM* Week at The Carlu. Once you see the lipstick kissed collar on the runway, you know you’re watching a Christopher Bates collection. Vancouver-born, men’s fashion designer deals in details. Whether it’s denim, expert stitching, or strategically placed colours, Bates doesn’t create seasonal…

  • Leafs/Raptors Alumni Gala-Tues.,Feb.24th,2015@R.O.M.

    All was forgotten and forgiven during the annual Alumni Leafs/Raptors gala at The Royal Ontario Museum or R.O.M. Yes the Leafs are playing way below their capability and the Raptors are playing “So So” as GM Masai Ujiri said during his speech in front of the invited guest. Leafs GM Brendan Shanahan spoke to the…

  • Canadian Screen Awards Day 1+2@Ritz Carleton+Sheraton Centre Hotel+

    By Bill Kwan Day one of The Canadian Screen Awards was held at the luxurious Ritz Carleton. The red carpet was held in the corridor and the after party was held in the Ballroom. Some of the guests included: Helga Stephenson – CEO, Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television Martin Katz – Board Chair, Academy…

  • Reel World Visionary+Trailblazer Awards-Thurs.,Jan19th,2015@CBC Atrium

    Trail•blaz•er:”Someone who creates a path to guide others; a pioneer in a particular area who is pointing things in a new direction; an innovator.” It was an evening of awards, walking the Red Carpet,food, photo opps and drinks at the CBC Barbara Frum Atrium to celebrate outstanding contributions to The Reel World Film Festival. Tanya…

  • Juno Awards Announcement-Wed.,Feb.18th,2015@Casbah-Hamilton

    By Newton Yee Each year, the JUNO Awards recognizes Canadian music artists. This year’s show has an exciting lineup of nominees, performers, and events throughout JUNO week. JUNO week starts March 9, and culminates with the awards ceremony in Hamilton Place on March 15. The press release was hosted at the Casbah. The JUNO announcements…

  • Heritage Toronto Unveils Plaque For The Wong Association-Thurs.,Feb.19th,2015@303 Spadina Ave.

    It’s Chinese New Year’s and it’s the year of The Sheep! Heritage Toronto had a Photo Op in Chinatown to celebrate Chinese New Year’s Day and to unveil Heritage Toronto’s first plaque of 2015 – it’s for the Wong Association of Ontario. A reception followed the ceremony which was held on the 3rd floor of…

  • Iconic Signed Vinyl, Feb. 12, 2015 @Paul Hahn & co (1058 Yonge St, Toronto, ON)

    Paul Hahn & Co., hosted an exclusive showcase featuring the Icon Collection and Analogue Gallery with an evening of music, drinks and some Rock & Roll history added…to entertain the music enthusiasts that attended the event. The exhibition features rare signed and framed vinyls from music legends such as Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, the Rolling Stones,…