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Category: Gala Scene

  • The Annual Canada-Poland Summer Event@Consulate General of the Republic of Poland(Wed.,June 29th,2016)

    The Annual Canada-Poland Summer Event was held at The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Toronto. It was a perfect evening for guests to mingle and enjoy the festivities of the yearly party. The guest list included: Maxime Bernier-Leadership Candidate for the Conservative Party, Wojciech Sniegowski-President of Canada-Poland Chamber of Commerce, Rafal Pawlak-Trade…

  • Moonlight Gala 2016@The McMichael Canadian Art Collection(Sat.,June 4th,2016)

    This signature event celebrated the 50th anniversary of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection with a culinary extravaganza, award-winning Ontario wines, live entertainment, and a live and silent auction of unique, high-quality items. The McMichael Canadian Art Collection offered visitors an extraordinary event in an exceptional setting. http://moonlightgala.mcmichael.com/ Guests were first to experience the special exhibition…

  • SCRUBS IN THE CITY: LONDON – SickKids Foundation (June 2, 2016)

     Words+Images: BK on the SCENE On Thursday, June 2, “Torontonians” attended the 15th Annual Scrubs in the City event, co-presented by TD and Mantella Corporation to benefit The Hospital for Sick Children where guests decided whether they are royal or rebel, punk or posh, ‘toff’ or tough. Both sides of London were calling and guests…

  • One Night Stand For The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre@Steam Whistle Brewing The Roundhouse(Thurs., June 2nd,2016)

    It was called “One Night Stand” but the purpose was “Take A Stand For Children’s Mental Health”! 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.…

  • 19th Annual Butterfly Ball 2016 @The Four Seasons (May 26, 2016)

    THE 19TH ANNUAL BUTTERFLY BALL® 2016 RAISES $460,000 FOR TORONTO’S ONLY CHILD & YOUTH ADVOCACY CENTRE Boost CYAC held their Annual Butterfly Ball at the Four Seasons Hotel for an amazing cause.  Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre (Boost CYAC) raised an unprecedented $460,000 to support its critical work. The sold out event hosted 430…

  • 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…

  • Scrubs In The City London For SickKids@Evergreen Brickworks(Thurs.,June 2nd,2016)

    It’s the scene to be seen at! “London Calling!”. Support the annual @SickKids at Scrubs in the City, June 2nd!  The party of the year, mate!. http://www.skscrubs.com #skscrubs See everyone there! Scrubs in the City: London Are you a toff or a tough? A Royal or a rebel? London’s a city of contrasts, and they’ll all…

  • 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…

  • An Evening of Black,White&Diamonds in support of Sinai Health System@Saks Fifth Avenue(Tues.,May 3rd,2016)

    Black,White and Diamonds in support of brain health and rehabilitation at Sinai Health System was held at Saks Fifth Avenue on Tuesday night. The evening brought together an exclusive group of influencers and supporters. All proceeds from the event supported brain health at Sinai Health System,comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Joseph and Wolf Lebovic Complex,…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • An Evening Of Black,White&Diamonds@Saks Fifth Avenue(Tues.,May 3rd,2016)

    We like to thank Janessa Bishop of Mount Sinai for the invitation to An Evening Of Black,White&Diamonds.

  • 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…

  • Lucky Ball benefitting The Food Bank@Revival(Thurs.,March 17th,2016)

    The Lucky Ball gala with all proceeds going towards the Fort York Food Bank. Hosted again at the Revival Bar on College Street, in the heart of Toronto’s Little Portugal, the night brought on young professional who support this great cause. Young professionals and supporters of this great cause came out on a Thursday night…