It is starting to feel like Christmas in Canada

with the decorations up and the growing number of events early this winter?  We are excited for many annual celebrations and event and have listed a few events

happening in Toronto this season?  Happy Holidays and have a wonderful season

with your family, partner, and friends.

The Taste of Life Christmas Ball

Enjoy a live Holiday Concert starring Toronto Concert Orchestra and Chorus

conducted by Maestro Kerry Stratton and Vincent Chan. This fantastic musical

performance is accompanied by a gourmet meal dinner; dance at the ball in the

Conservatory; and luxury prizes including a 4-day Paris Shopping Tour, and much

more; plus exquisite gifts for each and every guest. This event will be a memory

not soon to be forgotten!

When: December 10, Wednesday

Where: Casa Loma, 1 Austin

Time: 6:00 pm  Cocktail Reception

7:00 pm  3-Course Dinner

7:30 pm  Live Holiday Concert

9:30 pm  Dance Floor Opens

For tickets and info: www.tasteoflifemag.com/christmasball

100 Years of Christmas

Celebrate 100 Years of Christmas at Casa Loma!  This season at the castle bring the

family to visit Santa Claus, watch a performance of the Snow Queen, View the 10

Christmas trees decorated by some of Canada’s top designers, view the Winter

Wonderland display, and celebrate with carollers, festive crafts, a holiday character

scavenger hunt and more! Visit here for more information.

When: November 27th – December 28th

Where: Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto

Toronto Christmas Market

Again this holiday season Toronto will once again celebrate the romance and magic

of a traditional European Christmas at the Toronto Christmas Market. Inspired by

the Old World and influenced by the New, this event captures all of the tradition,

and charm of a European Christmas Market. The Distillery market showcases a

number of unique and locally handcrafted products. Family entertainment includes

musicians, carolers and children’s choirs.

Dates:   November 28 – December 21, 2014

Times:  Tuesday to Friday: 12pm – 9pm

Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 9pm

Where: The Distillery Historic District

For more information, visit http://www.torontochristmasmarket.com/

Gingerbread Build Party

Bring your family to the Ontario Science Centre this season for the Gingerbread

build party in support of Habitat for Humanity. Admission tickets are not required

for this event and as a bonus a 20% discount to the exhibits. Free parking is

provided for the gingerbread build.

When: Saturday December 6 or Sunday December 7: noon, 1:30pm, or 3:00pm

Where: Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills

Buy your Gingerbread kit now

Breakfast with Santa at the Palais

This season you can visit with Santa at the Palais Royale! All children in attendance

receive a small gift. Some of the activities include story time with Elves where you

can Curl up by the fireplace; the warm Hot Chocolate & Taffy Rolling. Also guests

can join Mrs. Claus and The Candy Kitchen to decorate your own festive sweet

treat. There is something for the whole family.

When: Saturday Dec. 20th & Sunday Dec. 21st, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Where: Palais Royale Ballroom, 1601 Lake Shoe Blvd. West, Toronto M6K 3C1

Website: http://www.palaisroyale.ca/breakfast-with-santa/

Written by Chiharu Nakatsuka

Donate & Party with Canada’s Top Marketing Experts & Entrepreneurs

Join hundreds of Toronto’s top entrepreneurs and small business owners to enjoy an amazing night with complimentary drinks and snacks to get you in the holiday spirit.

Learn from Marketing Experts at Constant Contact & Green Lotus while supporting moms and women-led families of the YWCA this holiday season!

When: December 2 at 5:30 to 9pm
Where: YWCA – 87 Elm St Toronto
Free Event in Support of YWCA Toronto!

Celebrate the Donate and Learn Anniversary & Enjoy an Amazing Holiday Party!

The Donate & Party is FREE with a suggested $20 donation (tax-deductible) to our partnering charity, the YWCA Toronto who has been supporting women and girls for over 130 years.
Limited spots are available – Register & Donate now http://greenlotus.ca/party

What is the Donate & Learn Initiative?

The Donate & Learn Initiative was created by Green Lotus to support local Toronto charities and provide informative workshops with a focus on social media, online marketing strategies, and the tools needed to achieve online marketing goals! Donate & Learn events are FREE a donation to the partner charity is recommended (tax-deductible).

So far, the Donate & Learn Initiative has raised more than $18,000 for the YWCA and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto.

Did someone say FREE Burgers? Fresh Burger Grand Opening

• 6 p.m. -7: 30 p.m Free burgers (First come, first serve)
• 7:30 p.m. -11 p.m. Two burgers for the price of one

The National Women’s Show

Have a great day out with girlfriends to relax, get pampered, and have fun!
Shop at over 450 exhibits and find the best selection of the newest products and services to hit the market for women! Find products and services you can’t find anywhere else! What awaits you:

• Festival of Fashion
  Discover the latest fashions from daytime outfit to evening glam, sparkling jewelry, chic eyewear, and luxurious lingerie. Take a look at the exhibitors’ fashion collections and watch the models presenting the newest trends for the season!

• Beauty & Wellness
  Get a healthy new outlook on life! Explore alternative medicine, vitamin supplements, cosmetic procedures, diet and nutrition assessments, and massage therapy.

• Travel and Adventure
  You like fun and relaxation?  Discover everything from golfing, fitness clubs, adventure sports and spa retreats. Be part of a quick and easy fitness workout or discover the deep breathing of yoga to cleanse your mind. Or make plans for your next holidays with the help of travel pros!

• World of Taste
  Taste great food at the gourmet fare like decadent treats and sweets, savory snacks and revitalizing refreshments. Discover new food and beverage products, entertainment ideas and wholesome recipes! What also awaits you: Organic Orchard, Specialty Square, Wine & Spirits, Gluten Free Garden, Sweet Treats,Tropical cuisine

• Business and Career Centre
  Get help for starting your own business or making a career move. Identify the services which will help you to transition into a new beginning. Choose training programs, continuing education, money management, franchise opportunities and investment strategies.

• House, Home & Design
  Use simple tips and tricks to freshen up a room or renovate the entire home. Find all the resources you need to rejuvenate your surroundings from custom organization and closets, expert advice, and the perfect accessories! Moreover, there is a special section for pets.
  You can also ask interior designers how to refresh your interior design. Are you sick and tired of the design of a key feature in your house? Join interior designers and decorators at Designer’s Corner at the Social Media Contest Hub all weekend.

Further highlights of the event include shopping, free samples, free makeovers, fashion shows, informative workshops, cooking stage demos, food and wine sampling, decorating and ideas, celebrity appearances, health advice, great prizes, and a lot more! It’s an incredible girl’s day out! For more information, visit www.nationalwomenshow.com.

THCC Vision Showcase Awards 2014

Another unforgettable celebration of The THCC VISION Showcase Award 2014, The night of October 16th took place one of the most important celebration for the Hispanic Community in Toronto.

Five categories Awards, celebrates Canadian Hispanic business leaders in Toronto has achieved excellence in their field, making a positive impact on the community.

About 200 people attended the event and enjoyed a great night host by the Toronto Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

The Celebration took place in the beautiful venue of Glenn Gould Studio, CBC.

30 Businesses and Entrepreneurs were nominees in the following categories: Emerging Entrepreneur, Entrepreneur, Small Business, Arts & Culture, and Career Achievement Award.

This business will be the best, embodying all of the highest attributes of entrepreneurship and community involvement.

Exquisite food was provided by Santo Pecado, an authentic mexican catering in Toronto.

This night was presented by an amazing group of sponsors as- Scotiabank, City of Toronto. Cusco, Unikron, Copa Airlines, Schible, CityEvents, Munera, Pina Ruso, Clarkhuot, Lula Lounge.

The media partners provide all the glamour at this big night – TLN telelatino, LATINOS magazine, Univision Canada, Toronto Hispano, 360°FM.CA, Hispanos en Canada, Panamericanworld, BHIVE, ALMA LATINA, Las Perlas TV, Correo canadiense, Now what.

Many representatives of different countries and Canada were presents at the event and  the Hon. MP Bernard Trottier brought greetings from the Government.

The Visión Award Winners 2014:

Small Business

Fidel Pena – Award Recipient

Emerging Entrepreneur

Steven Gonzalez – Award Recipient

Entrepreneur

Salvador Alanis – Award Recipient

Arts and Culture

Hilario Duran -Award Recipient

Career Achievement

Cesar Palacios – Award Recipient

The VISIONARY Award Recipient presented to one Outstanding Entrepreneur who is a source of inspiration to us all.

Roberto Alomar
Famous baseball player, Roberto Alomar was born in Ponce Puerto Rico, Roberto studied the game of baseball from a young age reaching the Major Leagues in 1988.
Championships that helped the Toronto Blue Jays win.

Congratulations to all award recipients! Your accomplishments make our community to grow stronger!!

Looking forward to celebrate The vision Award next year.

Written by Andrea Palafox.

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