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  • TOM* WK-Christopher Bates Runway Show-Fri.,Feb.27th,2015@The Carlu

    By Bill Kwan Menswear designer Christopher Bates showcased his latest creation during TOM* Week at The Carlu. Once you see the lipstick kissed collar on the runway, you know you’re watching a Christopher Bates collection. Vancouver-born, men’s fashion designer deals in details. Whether it’s denim, expert stitching, or strategically placed colours, Bates doesn’t create seasonal…

  • Leafs/Raptors Alumni Gala-Tues.,Feb.24th,2015@R.O.M.

    All was forgotten and forgiven during the annual Alumni Leafs/Raptors gala at The Royal Ontario Museum or R.O.M. Yes the Leafs are playing way below their capability and the Raptors are playing “So So” as GM Masai Ujiri said during his speech in front of the invited guest. Leafs GM Brendan Shanahan spoke to the…

  • Canadian Screen Awards Day 1+2@Ritz Carleton+Sheraton Centre Hotel+

    By Bill Kwan Day one of The Canadian Screen Awards was held at the luxurious Ritz Carleton. The red carpet was held in the corridor and the after party was held in the Ballroom. Some of the guests included: Helga Stephenson – CEO, Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television Martin Katz – Board Chair, Academy…

  • Juno Awards Announcement-Wed.,Feb.18th,2015@Casbah-Hamilton

    By Newton Yee Each year, the JUNO Awards recognizes Canadian music artists. This year’s show has an exciting lineup of nominees, performers, and events throughout JUNO week. JUNO week starts March 9, and culminates with the awards ceremony in Hamilton Place on March 15. The press release was hosted at the Casbah. The JUNO announcements…

  • Heritage Toronto Unveils Plaque For The Wong Association-Thurs.,Feb.19th,2015@303 Spadina Ave.

    It’s Chinese New Year’s and it’s the year of The Sheep! Heritage Toronto had a Photo Op in Chinatown to celebrate Chinese New Year’s Day and to unveil Heritage Toronto’s first plaque of 2015 – it’s for the Wong Association of Ontario. A reception followed the ceremony which was held on the 3rd floor of…

  • ReelWorld Film Festival 2015 Press Junket -Wed.,Feb.11,2015@Metro Hall

    A Press Junket was held at Metro Hall which was hosted by Tonya Williams and here were the guest and films being showcased: film: Finding Samuel Lowe Dir: Jeanette Kong http://www.reelworld.ca/Festival/Films.aspx?udt_618_param_detail=10 film: Nobody Writer: Fenulla Jiwani http://www.reelworld.ca/Festival/Films.aspx?udt_618_param_detail=73 film: The Long Walk Dir/Writer Bobby Del Rio Cast: Aldrin Bundoc http://www.reelworld.ca/Festival/Films.aspx?udt_618_param_detail=81 film: Listen To Me Dir/Writer Lalita…

  • 31st Annual Great Valentine Gala-Sat.,Feb.,7th,2015@Westin Harbour Castle-Metro Grand Ballroom

    It was the 31st year for The Great Valentine Gala for Canadians who live with a disability. On Saturday February 7th,2015, the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons hosted their Gala at The Hilton Harbour Castle in Toronto. The foundation have raised more than $26 Million on behalf of Canadian with disabilities. The night included…

  • Jean-Michel Basquiat-NOW’S THE TIME preview-Tues.,Feb.3rd,2015-Showing-Feb.7th-May 10th,2015@AGO

    Jean-Michel Basquiat preview was held at the AGO on Tues.,Feb.3rd,2015. Basquiat from NYC was a influential artist in the early 1980s and gained international recognition by creating powerful and expressive works that tackled issues of racism, identity and social tension. Although his career was cut short by his untimely death at age 27, his groundbreaking…

  • Leather And Laces-Superbowl49-Jan.30th+31st@Bentley Gallery@Phoenix,Arizona

    Pictures by gotceleb.com How is Victoria Secret, The Superbowl, Rock N’Roll,Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Models and Leather And Laces have to do in common? They were all incorporated during Superbowl 49 in Phoenix Arizona for the 12th edition of Leather And Laces Gala. A two night event starting with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover girl,Victoria Secret runway…

  • Jordin Sparks/Larry Fitzgerald-Red,White+Black Event-Wed.,Jan.28th,2015@Blur-Scottsdale,Arizona

    The outdoor Red Carpet ceremony started the evening for Jordin Sparks’ “Red,White+Black”event. Later on the evening an intimate performance with Jordin & friends was held at Blur for the Red,White and Black charity event!   This was one of THE party to be at on the Wednesday before the Superbowl game.  Jordin is Arizona born and bred…and…

  • Bad Grandpa Movie Premiere

    By Derek Lang Bad Grandpa Director: Jeff Tremaine I really shouldn’t list this movie as I never finished watching it. It’s one of those movies where you can feel your IQ dropping as you watch. I got through about 15 minutes and had to turn it off. This is a first for me as I…

  • Interior Design Show Preview+Opening Reception-Jan.22nd-25th@M.T.C.C.

    Every January, the Interior Design Show, a 3 day event occurs in Toronto, which showcases and shapes the industry for the year in North America and beyond. The 17th edition of Canada’s design fair celebrates leading brands, speakers and rising local talents. It placed a spotlight on Canadian-made products and small-batch designers, as well as…

  • Toronto Design Offsite Festival‎-TO DO Opening Party- Wednesday January 21, 2015@SMASH

    Photography by John Ortner Hosted by Toronto Design Offsite Festival Festival and sponsored by Douglas Design Studio. ‪ “TO DO Opening Party” #‎TODO15‬ was held at the fantastic site called”SMASH”, the week started off on a cold wintery Monday, but we kicked-it-off mid-week at the TO DO Opening Party. We attended SMASH in the Junction…

  • Filthy Haanz | Notable Fashion Show @The Rum Exchange (Jan14, 2015)

    Photography by John Ortner Getting ready for spring even if the rest of the crowd are in January mode and are still transfixed about the sleet/snow? Let’s head over to the financial district’s hot spot, located on Richmond (west of Bay St.) The Rum Exchange. A new Montreal-based premium lifestyle label here to help you look…

  • Friday Night Jazz-with Stacey Renee-Fri.,Jan.9th,2015@Ripley’s Aquarium

    We are setting the mood of dim lights, basement studio and fans waiting for amazing vocals from a Torch Song Singer. Well Ripley’s Aquarium hosts Friday Night Jazz the second Friday of every month, which offers live Jazz music, a cash bar, and appetizers…..almost forgot to mention the great view of the Fish and sea…

  • The International Boat Show-Jan.,9th-18th,2015@Direct Energy Centre, C.N.E.

    It’s the beginning of January and it’s super cold right now! The Boat Show put a little sunshine in our cold lives while we count the days before we can set sail or place our canoes in the water. This was an enormous event with acres of Boat companies showcasing their beautiful boats and accessories.…

  • Butcher Babies,Hatebreed+B.L.S.-Jan.,8th,2014@Kool Haus

    It was a “Swan Song” for the legendary “Kool Haus” in Toronto as this was indeed the very last Rock N’ Roll concert before the historical Kool Haus and Guvernment will be torn down for condominiums. This event went out with a “Big Bang.” It wasn’t easy to take pictures or concentrate on the show…

  • Levetto Restaurant-Thurs.,Dec.11th,2014@68 Sudbury Street

    Levetto professes to be “the first & foremost makers of authentic Roman cuisine at a fast-food price.” Chef Shahir Massoud (ex-Cinq 01, Teatro)served pizzas ($7 to $26) and rigatoni with beef ragu ($13)Wholesome scratch-made pasta, a unique pizza with romana dough and classic Italian salads were the food served to the media for this special…

  • Savoury Chef Table Experience, Dec. 3, 2014, @The Westin Harbour Castle

    In January of 2015, the Westin Harbour Castle will open a new intimate style restaurant named Savoury, where up to 10 guests (yes, there is a minimum cost for the room, but you can book the room for a special occasion) can dine on five-course meals that will be designed and prepared by celebrity chef…

  • Cat Stevens/Yusuf”Peace Train,Late Again Tour”-Mon.,Dec.1st,2014@Massey Hall

    It was dubbed “Peace Train……Late Again Tour”! as Cat Stevens/Yusuf played to a sold out crowd at Massey Hall.  The backdrop on stage was a train station and the billboard sign read”Toronto.” It’s been 38 years since he last played in Toronto and by the reaction of the crowd it seemed like an eternity for…