Category: Foundation
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The 25th Annual Gala For The Zina Garrison Academy@MacGregor Park-Houston, Texas-Sat.,Feb.18th,2017
It was the 25th annual gala to support The Zina Garrison Tennis Academy. The guest list Included : 2017 HONOREE Mayor Sylvester Turner SPECIAL GUESTS Olympians – Past & Present included: GALA CHAIRS Zina Garrison & Doug Dawson HONORARY CHAIRS Pastor Kirbyjon H. Caldwell Pastor Suzette Caldwell Steve Albert Dave Black Daniel Cohen Kim Davis Richard…
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The 20th Annual Bloor Street Entertains @The ROM (Wed., Nov.30th, 2016)
It’s been 20 years and Bloor Street Entertains (BSE) has hosted this event for some of Toronto’s most influential business and philanthropic leaders for an amazing night of dining and entertainment, all in support of the Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR). 2016 was the biggest BSE to date. Held on November 30th on the…
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WXN Top 100 Most Powerful Women @M.T.C.C. (Thurs. Nov.24th, 2016)
The Awards Gala is about celebration and recognition. It’s another year of accomplished recipients for The Top 100 Community, raising the total number to 939, including 128 Hall of Fame Inductees. On November 24, 2016, the spotlight was on the Award Winners, as well as their organizations and networks who played a vital role in…
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8th Annual Prosperity Ball-Part 2-Dare To Dream@Pantages Hotel(Fri.,Nov.16th,2016)
This was the 8th annual gala in aid of the “New Beginnings” support program and the theme was “Dare To Dream” Part 2 held at the Pantages Hotel in downtown Toronto.”New Beginnings” gives women hope, and for the first time, an incentive to want to move from their present situation to living a full and…
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The 4th annual Angels Catwalk for SickKids@Steam Whistle Brewing(Thurs.,Nov.17th,2016)
The 4th annual Angels Catwalk for SickKids is one of Toronto’s most anticipated charitable events. Building on the success of the past three years, this premier red carpet event once again featuring some of the hottest fashions to walk across the runway to raise funds for transplant research, education, and innovation, and awareness for organ…
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The 6th Annual Under The Big Top For Autism@Liberty Grand(Thurs.,Nov.17th,2016)
This was the 6th annual gala for Under The Big Top For Autism! This is a cause that’s especially dear to everyone as autism affects 1 in 88 children with that number growing constantly. It was an honour to be a part of an event that is trying to help children and parents in the…
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The Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada Tea & Tiaras Event@Royal York-Fairmount(Sun.,Nov.13th,2016)
It was the third annual afternoon event for The Starlight Children’s Foundation of Canada featuring High Tea and High Fashion hosted by CBC News’ Suhana Meharchand. A little different and new this Year, a Fashion Show Featuring Stylish Hospital Gowns from Starlight’s Ward + Robes Program Partner Nuvango High tea, high fashion and glittering tiaras…
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Crystal Ball-Reach For The Rainbow@M.T.C.C.(Sat.,Nov.12th,2016)
http://www.reachfortherainbow.ca 1000+ guest attended The Crystal Ball-Reach for the Rainbow’s signature fundraising event and this is considered one of the top black tie revenue generating galas in the country and is known for its extravagant Live and Silent Auction! The Theme was called SOUND + COLOUR-30 YEARS OF CRYSTAL THE MAGIC OF CHILDHOOD MEMORIES On…
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B’Nai Brith Canada-2016 Human Rights Gala Honouring David Foster@Mattamy Centre(Thurs.,Nov.10th,2016)
By BK on the SCENE On Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016, B’nai Brith Canada celebrated its 2016 Human Rights Gala by honouring Grammy-Award winning Canadian music legend and humanitarian David Foster with the Award of Merit, the highest distinction their organization can bestow. A dedicated human rights activist and Officer of the Order of Canada, it…
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The 9th Annual Rally For Kids With Cancer@Real Sports Bar&Grill And Arcadian Court(November 4th & 5th, 2016)
By NIcholas Chan and BK on the SCENE THE RALLY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER SCAVENGER CUP, entering into its 9th year in Toronto, has raised over $17,000,000 for children’s cancer research treatment and care at SickKids. On November 4th & 5th, 2016, supporters rallied and continued the FIGHT against children’s cancer. The Car Rally is…
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DX INTERSECTION 2016-DISPATCH@Design Exchange(Fri.,Nov.4th,2016)
On November 4, The Design Exchange hosted the annual DX Intersection party. DX Intersection is the annual fundraiser for Design Exchange and Canada’s Design Museum. It was a night to remember, and the experience was complete with tasty beverages, amazing food, and great tunes! DX Intersection was greatly anticipated and attended by hundreds of art,…
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THE 6th ANNUAL FURNITURE BANK CHAIR AFFAIR@Casalife(Friday 28 October 2016)
It was a Friday night in west end Toronto, as guests from across the city joined Canada’s top designers and furniture industry elite for Furniture Bank’s 6th annual fundraising gala CHAIR AFFAIR. Retail design paradise casalife played host to over 1,000 members of the industry, media and caring Canadians alike. Proceeds create homes for over…
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TIFF-BOOMBOX”WARP SPEED”@TIFF BELL LIGHTBOX(Thurs.,Oct.27th,2016)
This was the 50th anniversary of Star Trek and this year’s edition of Boombox explored everything associated with the iconic T.V.show/movie! Toronto filmmakers, artists and dancers created amazing installations and performances to showcase how influential Star Trek has been for 50 years ! BOOMBOX is the annual fundraiser in support of TIFF’s charitable foundation. Revenue…
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Hush, Hush@Bloor/Gladstone Library(Sat.,Oct.15th,2016)
The spectacular Bloor/Gladstone Library Branch was the setting for the fourth annual Hush Hush party in support of Toronto Public Library – one of the busiest urban public library systems in the world! This amazing night raised funds so that the 70% of Torontonians who use the library will have more access to technology,…
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THE SINAI SOIREE-“Dia de los Muertos”@CBC’s Barbara Frum Atrium (Sat,Oct.29th,2016)
We have a pair of tickets (valued at $300) to giveaway to our loyal followers to this year’s Sinai Soiree. Comment or email us(bkonthescene@gmail.com) “Why you should be chosen to attend this amazing event+If you are in the Dia De los Muertos mood, then send us a picture of you in your costume !” A…
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TASTE MATTERS-In Support Of Eva’s Initiatives-@Liberty Grand(Thurs.,Sept.22nd,2016)
Taste Matters is a feast of delectable delights that brings together Toronto’s finest food and beverage in support of homeless and at-risk youth. The goal is to reach the goal of $150,000 to provide shelter and new opportunities for youth living at Eva’s! This year’s host was Celebrity Chef David Rocco, co-creator and host of…
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Canadian Art Gala Auction Preview Cocktail Reception@Waddington Auctioneers(Thurs.,Sept.15th,2016)
It was an Auction Preview Cocktail Reception at Waddington’s Auctioneers, 275 King St. E. on Thursday night. This preview is in anticipation of the gala which takes place at Andrew Richard Design on Thursday, September 22nd,2016, and includes more than 350 influential art, cultural, philanthropic and business leaders. The gala offers one of the largest…
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Nordstrom Opening Gala @Eaton Centre (Wed.,Sept.14th,2016)
Nordstrom Eaton Centre, at 220,000 square feet, held a pre-opening gala at their Eaton Centre store on Wednesday featuring shopping, fashion shows, as well as delicious food. signature cocktails, savour dinner and amazing desserts. We enjoyed live music by The Dwayne Gretzky, and we also did a bit of shopping. All proceeds, which totalled over…
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The Green Flag Gala@Hunter’s Landing(Thurs.,July 14th, 2016)
By BK on the SCENE The Green Flag Gala is the official opening party and everyone was rev up for the Honda Indy Toronto! And of course the big race was on Sunday by the lakefront. The Green Flag Gala featured a live auction of race items, experiences and locally sourced treasures. Proceeds supported blood…
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The 3rd Annual Argyle Affair – The Art of Night Edition in support of Sunnybrook@The Arcadian Loft (Thurs.,July 7th, 2016)
By Bill Kwan Sunnybrook Next Generation presented the 3rd Annual Argyle Affair in support of Sunnybrook. Partying with a purpose on a Thursday night at the beautiful Arcadian Loft! It was an art filled evening out with great friends, great food, and great music at Toronto’s premier fundraising event for young professionals. Gourmet hors d’oeuvres,…
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