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  • 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…

  • Hockey Hall Of Fame 2016@Toronto(Fri.,Nov.11th-Mon., Nov. 14th,2016)

    The class of 2016 was Rogie Vachon, Pat Quinn (represented by his daughter Karri Quinn), Sergei Makarov and Eric Lindros — received their rings in advance of the Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration on Monday and later participated in a ceremonial puck drop at Air Canada Centre as part of the Hockey Hall of…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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 Stone Tile Party@1451 Castlefield Avenue(Thurs.,Nov.10th,2016)

    It was a cold Thursday November night in Toronto as we travelled uptown to be picked up in a limo bus to the annual Stone Tile party. For over 20 years, Stone Tile has been recognized as North America’s foremost authority on natural and manufactured tiles. The annual Stone Tile Gala was the perfect setting…

  • 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,…

  • Gold Medal Plates@M.T.C.C.(Thurs.,Nov.3rd,2016)

    By BK on the SCENE Gold Medal Plates: The Road to the Canadian Culinary Championships One of the most unique fundraisers we had the pleasure of attending was this year’s Gold Medal Plates. Noted as a celebration of Canadian Excellence, this charity fundraiser benefits the Canadian Olympic Foundation and is centered around five programmatic pillars: culinary,…

  • The 9th annual Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup in Toronto November 04th and 05th, 2016 for fight against Children’s Cancer in support of The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)

    http://www.rallyforkids.com/Toronto/ Entering into the 9th year – the Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup in Toronto will be held November 4 and 5, 2016, and has raised over $18,000,000 for children’s cancer research treatment and care for The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). SickKids is one of the top children’s hospitals in the world;…

  • 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…

  • ART T.O.@M.T.C.C.(Thurs.,Oct.27th,2016

    The official opening of Art Toronto was a unique and important benefit gala for the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) which has raised $5 million dollars over the past 15 years. Funds raised at the event help support the AGO’s exhibition and education programs, with a portion of the proceeds going to purchase works of…

  • 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…

  • Toronto LifeMagazine 50th Anniversary@Casa Loma(Thurs.,Oct.20th,2016)

    We were privileged to attend the exclusive, invite-only gala which was held at the beautiful Casa Loma on Thursday, with Toronto Life celebrating its 50th anniversary and a special November issue. It was a lavish event and it showcased the best in red-carpet style to celebrate 50 years of publishing “what to do+what’s happening in…

  • 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,…

  • 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…