Category: Foundation
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2024 Legends for Charity In Support Of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital @Caesars Palace – Octavius Ballroom – Las Vegas – Thurs., Feb. 8th, 2024
The 19th annual Legends For Charity dinner on Feb. 8, 2024 presented Tony Romo, of THE NFL ON CBS, with the coveted Pat Summerall Award. The annual charity dinner raised a record $2.1 million to benefit the lifesaving mission of St.Jude Children’s Research Hospital. More than 600 guests attended to honor Tony Romo, which recognizes a national broadcaster or…
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Media Launch of the 35th Dragon Ball @The Tridel Head Office-Thursday, Jan.,18th, 2024
Photography By SV Photography Yee Hong Community Wellness Foundation hosted a preview for The Dragon Ball at The Tridel Head Office. Combining philanthropy with the celebration of Lunar New Year, Dragon Ball has maintained its position as one of Toronto’s most anticipated events and the largest Lunar New Year celebration of its kind in North…
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Toronto International Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker @The Meriden Hall Sat.,Dec.23rd,2023
The Toronto International Ballet Theatre’s rendition of “The Nutcracker” in Toronto, choreographed by Tatiana Stepanova and set to the timeless compositions of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, was a mesmerizing ballet experience, blending artistry, emotion, and technical precision perfectly. The performance, hosted at Meridian Hall, showcased Stepanova’s remarkable ability to infuse choreography with musicality and vision and…
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Unison Holiday Schmoozefest 2023 @The Liberty Grand-Wed.,Dec.13th,2023
By Sally Warburton The Liberty Grand at Exhibition Place Toronto was a happening place on Wednesday, December 13th. It was the Unison Holiday Schmoozefest 2023! Considered the music industry’s best seasonal schmooze, the Schmoozefest party did not disappoint! Held in the elegant Governor’s Room at the Liberty Grand, it was the perfect venue to hold…
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THE ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS @Massey Hall Wed.,Dec 6th,2023
By Jesse Read,Shannen Johnston & Wayne Baggs Andy Kim’s annual Christmas Charity Event proved to be a heartwarming and memorable celebration that seamlessly blended the joy of the holiday season with the spirit of giving. Held at Massey Hall on Dec 6th, this event was not just a festive occasion but a powerful demonstration of…
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THE WORLD THAT’S POSSIBLE-A War Child Gala-Wed.,Dec.6th,2023 @Four Seasons Hotel
On December 6th THE WORLD THAT’S POSSIBLE, was an exclusive gala evening to celebrate humanity’s vast potential, stir the imagination, and inspire us to create the world that’s possible.Proceeds from this unforgettable night of gourmet international cuisine, and inspired by the regions where War Child works, world-class entertainment, storytelling, and philanthropy support children living with…
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Fall and Winter Exhibitions at the McMichael:Marcel Dzama, Moridja Kitenge Banza, and the industrial art history of Cobalt, ON.
Left: Marcel Dzama (b. 1974), Ghost of Canoe Lake, 2023, pearlescent acrylic, ink, watercolor, and graphite on paper, 36.2 x 36.2 cm, Courtesy the artist and David Zwirner © Marcel Dzama. Above Right: Franklin Carmichael (1890–1945), A Northern Silver Mine, 1930, oil on canvas, 101.5 x 121.2 cm, Gift of Mrs. A.J. Latner, McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Bottom…
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Music For Life 2023 @Fairmont Royal York Hotel-Thurs.,Nov.23rd,2023
The gala event took place on November 23, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel Toronto.Music For Life is the annual benefit and gala dinner for Dixon Hall Music School. This year, was a celebration of 45 years providing an accessible, creative home for children and youth. This event attracted upwards of 400 generous corporate…
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ENTREPRENEURS: Meet the 2023 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Winners @The Ritz-Carleton Hotel -Wednesday, November 22,2023
The 31st annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards and the official announcement of the 2023 award recipients were made at The Ritz-Carleton in Toronto on Wednesday, November 22,2023,with the gala presentation of the seven winners for 2023. After a record-setting year, seven exceptional women entrepreneurs have been honoured for their remarkable achievements. These award recipients…
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Homes For Dinner @The Globe and Mail-Sat.,Nov.18th,2023
By BKONTHESCENE & YYZ Events It was as an evening to connect with like-minded change makers, converse on the challenges facing our city, and create transformation at the Globe and Mail venue and its picturesque view of Toronto. Homes First provides those in need with the dignity of a roof over their head, a place…
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The 2023 Hockey Hall Of Fame Induction Celebration Weekend @HHOF-Fri.,Nov.10th-Mon.,Nov.13th
By BKONTHESCENE &YYZ Photography The 2023 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration was on Monday, November 13, in Toronto (preceded by the traditional slate of “Induction Weekend” events beginning on Friday, November 10th,for the ring ceremony and also including the annual “Hockey Hall of Fame Game” hosted by the Toronto Maple Leafs).Monday was the red…
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30th Scotiabank Giller Prize gala at the Four Season Hotel Nov 13, 2023
By Steph C The Scotiabank Giller Prize, Canada’s most prestigious literary award, celebrated its 30th anniversary at the Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto on November 13, 2023. Established in 1994 by Jack Rabinovitch in honour of his late wife, Doris Giller, it recognizes outstanding works that captivate with narrative excellence. This year’s televised star-studded gala…
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ComKids Masquerade Ball @Casa Loma-Thursday, October 26th,2023
By Sally W. Thursday, October 26 was a busy night at Casa Loma! It was the ComKids Masquerade Ball 2023! Dressed for the black tie event with beautiful evening dresses and suits, the ComKids fundraiser supporters were masked as well! Creative and beautiful masks of all kinds! And everything was in aid of the ComKids…
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Stroke Prevention-Tuesday, November 7, 20235:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Registration is required for this free live private Zoom event.https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=d02ad990-6a2a-4465-a981-195c99894ff5&envId=p-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q&bbeml=tp-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q.jPAQp4peWy0SSCB0alw8uhQ.ri5vvUwXqY0ueeeP4At11ig.l91FDnHe1XE-ZGf58fUI-aw Join us for an Open Mind presentation on “Stroke Prevention and Acute Treatment”. This program will give an overview of types of strokes, available therapies for acute stroke, warning signs, risk factors, lifestyle choices to help prevent stroke, and the mobile stroke rescue program at UCLA.Did you know that: • Strokes are the…
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THE ANDY KIM CHRISTMAS RETURNS TO TORONTO’S MASSEY HALL DECEMBER 6
Tickets to the 19th annual celebration go on-sale Friday, October 27 at MasseyHall.com and TicketMaster.ca with proceeds supporting CAMH’s Gifts of Light Prices range from $35.50- $85.50 (plus service charges)All Ages / Reserved Seating The Andy Kim Christmas returns to Toronto’s legendary Massey Hall Wednesday, December 6 for another unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of the season with performances from iconic Canadian artists. This year’s show marks the 19th year that…
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The 30th Anniversary For Art With Heart @The Carlu-Tues.,Oct.3rd,2023
Art With Heart returned to The Carlu for their milestone 30th anniversary auction of contemporary art by local Canadian artists. This was a great celebration to showcase art and the cause that is so important to Casey House. Funds raised from this amazing evening supported people living with and at risk of HIV. Art With…
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Canadian Congress Announces National Transformation Campaign and Inaugural Nation Builder Awards at Canada Leadership Summit and Gala
The Canadian Congress is thrilled to announce its groundbreaking campaign for national transformation, which will be officially launched at the Canada Leadership Summit and Gala 2023. The event will take place from Friday, October 6th, 2023, to Sunday, October 8th, 2023, at the Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel, 5875 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1N1. The campaign’s kickoff event will…
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Debby Friday Has Won The 2023 Polaris Music Prize For The Album Good Luck
Debby Friday Has Won The 2023 Polaris Music Prize For The Album Good LuckDebby Friday has won the 2023 Polaris Music Prize for the album Good Luck. This is Debby Friday’s first Polaris Music Prize win. The Prize, which was presented by CBC Music, goes to the best Canadian album of the year based on artistic merit without…
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Day#6-Tues.,Sept.12th,2023
By The BKONTHESCENE Team We started our day for –Backspot, a virtual Canadian film by D.W. Waterson From the minute the film starts we see Cheerleading as a sport. And a difficult one at that. These girls are athletes. Competitive athletes. And this film shows this. The relationships between the girls, the drive to be…
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