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Category: Life & Culture

  • Canada’s National Ballet School, Canadiana Gala @ The Carlu (Fri. Mar 3RD, 2017)

    By BK on the SCENE & Photos by AJ Lam Toronto is renowned as a thriving center for art & culture in Canada, boasting acclaimed academies of the arts where thousands of young talents learn their craft. On Friday March 3, 2017, The Carlu was honoured to host the Canada’s National Ballet School’s Canadiana Gala,…

  • FAIR HAVEN Premiere Draws Talent including Lily Anne Harrison & Twilight’s Peter Facinelli@Santa Monica-Fri.,March 3rd,2017

    Photography  By-David Morrison Last Friday in Santa Monica saw Hollywood talent turn out for the premiere of Kerstin Karlhuber (BEACHED; LEGACY CLEANING)’s latest film, the socially relevant FAIR HAVEN. Red carpet talent included film stars Lily Anne Harrison (BREAKING AND EXITING), and her father Gregory Harrison (Trapper John, M.D.; RAZORBACK); and Michael Grant (WHERE HOPE…

  • An Honest Farewell”Honest Ed’s Opening Extravaganza-Ed Lives!”A 4 Day City Festival@Honest Ed’s-Thurs.,Feb.23rd-Sun.,Feb.26th,2017

    If you know a bargain, then you have shopped at Honest Ed’s! Torontonians had one last chance to say goodbye to Honest Ed’s  iconic store! The four-day farewell bash began on Thursday Feb. 23rd with the ‘Ed Lives!’ opening night party. The event, which began at 6 p.m., featured an open bar, food, music, dancing…

  • Black Tie Boxing Benefiting Lone Survivor Foundation@Silver Street Studios-Tues.,Feb.21st,2017

    We were honoured to be invited to a great sports event as more than 500 of Houston’s elite and boxing enthusiasts, dressed in black tie and cocktail attire, arrived on the red carpet at Silver Street Studios as spectators at Benjamin Berg’s and Savarese Promotions’ one-of-a-kind event, Black Tie Boxing benefiting Lone Survivor Foundation. As…

  • 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…

  • Front Row Houston Fashion Show @ The Gallery (Feb. 1st 2017)

    The Front Row Houston Fashion Show took place Superbowl weekend, on Feb 1st 2017, featured in The Gallery at 6303 Beverly Hill Street. Presented by CHKMTE (pronounced “Checkmate”), the runway became a showcase for the unique and original fashion designs by distinguished labels including Richard & Grace and Preston Douglas. Portions of the proceeds went…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • The 4th Annual Suits and Staches @Waterworks (Sat. Nov.19th, 2016)

    Words by Joe Mancuso Photography by BK on the SCENE It wasn’t so long ago that a man’s health issues were a taboo subject, unless it was a broken bone or sporting sprain. Serious issues were left in the dark finally the discussion was brought into the light by linking such serious issues such as…

  • The 25th Annual Mirror Ball 2016@The Allstream Centre(Sat.,Nov.19th,2016)

    It was the 25th annual Mirror Ball, Toronto’s annual fundraising event that took place at the Allstream Centre. The annual black-tie event supports Beauty Gives Back and its mission to help women face the emotional battle of cancer. This year’s event included Matte Babel and Sangita Patel of ET Canada as host/Emcee. Guests included the…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • The RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards Gala@The Fairmount Royal York(Wed.,Nov.16th,2016)

    5,000 women entrepreneurs from coast to coast were nominated for this year’s award, and 18 finalists were selected. These exceptional women were chosen for their accomplishments in industries as diverse as finance, technology, and health services. The winners were announced and celebrated at the 24th Annual Awards Gala, hosted by Diane Francis, editor at large…

  • 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…

  • The Gentlemen’s Expo@M.T.C.C.(Thurs.,Nov.10th-Sat.,Nov.12th, 2016)

    By Nicholas Chan and BK on the SCENE It all happened on November 10-12 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre South Building The Gentlemen’s Expo is the premium event for men’s lifestyle products, consumer experiences and on-stage programming that entertain and educate men. The annual event houses great speakers and compelling attractions in the categories…

  • 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…

  • FÊTE CHINOISE 2016 By PALETTERA&SHANGRI-LA TORONTO (Saturday, November 19th, 2016)

    We look forward to seeing you there! Last year’s highlights in case you’re curious: Fête Chinoise Short Film — November 14, 2015 Save this date for November 19th for Fête Chinoise 2016. It will be taking place at the Shangri-La Hotel Toronto, raising the bar with refreshing ideas and an incredible event experience for Canadians…

  • 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…

  • 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,…